This month's Yagya program is our most comprehensive yet. We are merging the March and April Yagyas into a beautiful 20-day series, taking place from March 20 through April 7.

The first 10 days will feature special Yagyas dedicated to enhancing, supporting, and protecting the four fundamental aspects of life and fulfillment, known in Sanskrit as the Four Purusharthas. These will be followed by an additional 10 days honoring the annual festival of the Dasa Mahavidya—the ten divine forms of the Mother Goddess.

The Four Purusharthas: The Pillars of a Fulfilled Life

In the Vedic tradition, the Purusharthas represent the essential goals of human life. Each of these aspects is nourished and strengthened through specific Yagyas designed to bring harmony and divine support.

Dharma (Righteousness, Duty, Ethics)
Dharma encompasses our moral values, responsibilities, and social duties. It is the foundation of ethical living, guiding us to act with integrity and righteousness.

Day 1: Rudra Abhishekam – This sacred offering to Lord Shiva deepens our connection to the eternal truth of Dharma, aligning us with divine righteousness.

• Day 2: Navagraha Yagya – The nine planetary influences shape our karmic experiences in this lifetime. This Yagya helps dissolve negative karmas and brings harmony and success.

Artha (Prosperity, Wealth, Material Success)

Artha refers to financial well-being and material stability, which should be pursued ethically and in accordance with Dharma.

Day 3: Lakshmi/Narasimha Yagya – This ceremony invokes Goddess Lakshmi for financial growth and stability while Lord Narasimha ensures family harmony.

Day 4: Ashta Lakshmi Yagya – Dedicated to the eight forms of Lakshmi, this Yagya attracts abundance, success, and contentment in all areas of life.

Kama (Desire, Love, Relationships, Pleasure)

Kama represents our desires, emotions, and pursuit of happiness—including love, relationships, and sensory joys—while remaining in alignment with Dharma.

Days 5 & 6: Kamakshi Yagya – Devoted to Goddess Kamakshi, whose very glance bestows joy and fulfillment. She is the presiding deity of Kanchipuram and embodies divine love and grace.

Moksha (Liberation, Self-Realization, Spiritual Freedom)

Moksha is the ultimate goal—spiritual liberation. Though it may seem distant, progress toward Moksha also enhances our experience of Artha and Kama, bringing balance and fulfillment to both material and spiritual life.

Days 7 & 8: Mrytunjaya Yagya – This powerful mantra promotes health, removes anxiety, and strengthens the body’s innate healing capacity while supporting spiritual focus.

Day 9: Vishnu Sahasranama Yagya – A recitation of the 1,000 names of Lord Vishnu, the divine protector of the universe, invoking his blessings for harmony and protection.

Day 10: Sarva Gayatri Yagya – This sacred ritual invokes all deities through their respective Gayatri mantras, offering gratitude and inviting their divine grace and protection.

This 20-day series is a rare opportunity to immerse in deep spiritual nourishment, aligning every facet of life with divine support. May these Yagyas bring blessings, fulfillment, and inner peace to all who participate.

Vasant Navaratri and the Dasa Mahavidya

Vasant Navaratri is not merely a time for external rituals but a sacred opportunity for deep inner transformation.

The Dasa Mahavidyas reveal the divine in its many manifestations—ranging from fierce protection to nurturing abundance. By honoring on these sacred forms through the performance of yagyas, we can transcend limitations, cultivate wisdom, and invite divine grace into our lives.

Kali – The fierce yet compassionate destroyer of ego, representing time and transcendence.

Tara – The guiding savior, bestowing wisdom and liberation.

Tripura Sundari (Shodashi) – The embodiment of supreme beauty and divine grace, symbolizing spiritual perfection.

Bhuvaneshwari – The cosmic queen, manifesting the boundless potential of creation.

Bhairavi – The fierce warrior goddess, embodying divine strength and discipline.

Chhinnamasta – The self-sacrificing goddess, signifying transcendence beyond worldly attachments.

Dhumavati – The widow goddess, representing detachment and the dissolution of illusion.

Baglamuki – The silencer of negativity, granting mastery over obstacles and speech.

Matangi – The goddess of divine wisdom, music, and inner intuition.

Kamalatmika – The Tantric form of Lakshmi, bestowing prosperity, abundance, and fulfillment.

Each of these divine aspects reflects different dimensions of both spiritual and worldly life. Participating in yagyas during Navaratri creates a powerful alignment resulting in inner growth and divine blessings.

Sacred Rituals and Offerings

Each morning, our priests will perform the Rudra Abhishekam, followed by a traditional goddess yagya, including the Vedic fire ritual (havan) from 8 AM to 1 PM. In the evenings, they will conduct two hours of pujas, during which the 700 verses of the Durga Saptashati (Chandi Path) will be recited. This will be followed by the 1008 names (Sahasranam) of Lalitha, the most radiant and beautiful form of the goddess.

These sacred rituals generate Shakti (divine energy), which empowers devotees to manifest the experiences they seek—whether spiritual, material, or both. Some feel an inner lightness, others experience deep joy and spiritual contentment, while many see positive transformations in their lives, such as increased success and prosperity. The blessings of the goddesses guide us closer to the life we are meant to live.

Vijaya Dashami: The Triumph of Light

On the final day, Vijaya Dashami, we will offer special pujas to Saraswati, honoring her on this victorious day—symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness and joy over suffering.

These yagyas are profoundly purifying, dissolving past karmic burdens and dispelling old stresses. As a result, life is lived with greater freedom, happiness, and fulfillment.

May the divine grace of the Mahavidyas illuminate your path and bless you abundantly during Navaratri.