Purattasi Masam holds a special place in the worship of Lord Venkateswara. During this month, devotees observe fasting, visit temples and perform special Pooja at home, particularly on Saturdays.
Why Is Venkateswara Pooja Performed During Purattasi?
Purattasi is traditionally associated with Lord Vishnu and His worship. Devotees consider the Saturdays during this month especially significant for offering prayers to Lord Venkateswara.
Families perform Venkateswara Pooja to express devotion and seek blessings for peace, prosperity and spiritual well-being.
Significance of Venkateswara Pooja
Worshipping Lord Venkateswara during Purattasi allows devotees to dedicate time to prayer and spiritual discipline.
Furthermore, families often come together for Pooja, fasting and devotional activities, helping them continue their religious traditions across generations.
Venkateswara Pooja Items
Keep these commonly used items ready:
☐ Lord Venkateswara idol or picture
☐ Clean Pooja cloth
☐ Turmeric and kumkum
☐ Sandalwood paste
☐ Flowers
☐ Tulsi leaves
☐ Fruits
☐ Coconut
☐ Betel leaves and betel nuts
☐ Akshata
☐ Oil or ghee lamp
☐ Incense and camphor
☐ Traditional Naivedyam
The exact requirements can vary according to the Pooja procedure and family tradition.
How to Perform Venkateswara Pooja During Purattasi
1. Clean the Pooja Area
Clean your home and prepare a dedicated space for the Pooja. You can decorate the area with flowers and a traditional Kolam.
2. Place Lord Venkateswara
Place the deity’s idol or picture on a clean platform and decorate it with flowers.
3. Light the Lamp
Light an oil or ghee lamp and incense before beginning the Pooja.
4. Offer Flowers and Tulsi
Offer fresh flowers and Tulsi leaves while chanting prayers dedicated to Lord Vishnu or Lord Venkateswara.
5. Perform the Pooja
Offer traditional materials such as sandalwood, turmeric, kumkum, fruits and coconut. Devotees may recite Vishnu Sahasranamam, Venkateswara Suprabhatam or other traditional prayers.
6. Offer Naivedyam
Prepare a vegetarian Naivedyam according to your family’s tradition and offer it to Lord Venkateswara.
7. Perform Aarathi
Conclude the Pooja with camphor Aarathi and prayers. The family can then receive the Prasadam.
Venkateswara Pooja on Purattasi Saturdays
Purattasi Saturdays are particularly important in many families. Devotees may observe fasting, perform special Venkateswara Pooja and visit a Vishnu or Venkateswara temple.
The exact rituals can vary according to regional and family traditions. Therefore, families can follow the procedure recommended by their Vedic priest.
What Can You Chant During the Pooja?
Devotees may chant “Om Namo Narayanaya”, Vishnu Sahasranamam, Venkateswara Suprabhatam and other prayers dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Lord Venkateswara.
