Hindu and Cultural Center of Wisconsin American Hindu Association 2138 S. Fish Hatchery Road, Fitchburg, WI 53575 (A Non-Profit Organization ~ Tax ID: 39-1945997) http://aha-svtemple.org Pranapratishtha & Kumbhabishekam Program Preparatory Program: July 21 st, July 22 nd and September 1 st Main Program: September 8 th, 9 th and 10 th. Document Date: August 6 2018
Deity Preparation Pujas Prior to Pranapratistha Adhivasams: Special Abishekams performed for the Vigrahas to infuse cosmic energy through rituals described in our scriptures. As ritual part of the Pranaprathishta, all the Adhivasams are performed to induce cosmic energy to the Vigrahas. The Vigrahas are infused with tremendous cosmic power through performance of Pranaprathishta. Worship of manifestation of the divine in the form of Vigrahas enables us to fulfill our wishes and achieve peace. Time and Location Puja Detail Dhanyadhivasam: The (granite) deities are immersed in Danyams (grains). Puja starts 6:00pm July 21 st 10:00am (Complete) Dhanyaadhivasam is done prior to Maha Samprokshanam. During Dhanyaadhivasam, the deities will be completely immersed in Dhanyams (Grains). The Lord is saluted through this ritual as "VISHWA-BHUK", the protector of the Universe. The essence of the mantras recited at this time is that, the Lord is recognized as the Controller, Master and Consumer of the entire Universe and pray to him for his satisfaction with the offering of Annam or Dhanyam. It states that the food is a form of nectar and is offered to the Lord as a form of complete surrender unto HIM. All Devotees will be allowed to participate in pouring the grains. This Puja ceremony is specially dedicated to all of the AHA Community who have donated or contributed to AHA s growth since its inception in 1997. AHA Management Board Directors and Trustees extends a special invitation to all Dollar-A-Day participants, Building Fund and general contributors, past and present Board, Trustees and Executive Committee Members, teachers and participants of Balagokulum and Bala Vihar programs, volunteers and Anna Dhatta sponsors to all participate in this inaugural ceremony to mark the start of the official Pranapratistha program. We thank you all for your great support for the organization over the years and look forward to the same in coming years. Sponsor recognition will be made at the event, and detailed schedule of the Pranapratistha program will be given to all attendees. July 22 nd 10:30am (Complete) Jaladhivasam: The (granite) deities are immersed in water in a reclining (sleeping) position. Puja starts at 10:00am. Muhurath: 10:30-11:00am. The deities are completely or partially immersed in water in a reclining position. This is done to emphasize centrality of water in the Vedas. Water is the essence of Jyothi or Light. The essence of mantras chanted during this ritual is that, all entities including vital air, animals and food are a form of water. Water shines brilliantly by itself and cannot be ruled over by any other entity. Truth is also considered as a form of water. All of the above facts help us to understand the significance of this ritual. Sept 1st 11:00am Sept 1 st Ksheeradhivasam: The deities are immersed in / showered with milk. Puja Starts 11:00am Pushpadhivsam: The deities are immersed in flowers. {can be done on Sunday Sept 9 th as part of other rituals as well}
Pranapratistha Puja Sponsorship Opportunities and Timings for September 8-10 2018. # Name Day & Time 1 Homam and Poornahuti Pranapratishtha Puja HTCC Sponsorship Level (2000-2018) Session A:Day 1, 5:40pm (Main Yajaman Only) Session B:Day 2, 7:45am (Main +12) Session C:Day 2, 5:30pm (Main +12) Session D:Day 3, 5:00am (Main +12) 1. Diamond ($10,000 and above) 2 Yanthra (Cu) Sthapanam Day 1, 8:45am 2. Platinum ($5,000 - $9,999) 3. Gold ($2,500 - $4,999) 4. Silver (1,000 - $2,499) 5. Bronze ($500 - $999) 6. General ($251 - $499) Sponsors to select 1 of 3 sessions (B,C,D). Sponsors get to participate in Yantra Sankalpam/placement and 1g Gold coin Sthapanam. 3 Gold Coin Sthapanam Day 1, 8:45am Sponsors get 1g Gold coin for Sthapanam 4 Silver Coin Sthapanam Day 1, 8:45am Sponsors get 1g Silver coin for Sthapanam 5 Kalash Pooja Day 3, 5:00am Sponsors get Kalash for keeping, after puja. Notes Sponsor Family Name Recognition on Designated Wall 6 Navrathna Gemstones Sthapanam Day 1, 8:45am Sponsors get 1x Navrathna Gemstones pack for Sthapanam 7 Ghee Abhishekam (Utsav Moorthies) 8 Sankalpam Gift Bag Day 1, 8:45am Session A:Day 1, 5:40pm (Main Yajaman) Session B:Day 2, 7:00am Session C:Day 2, 4:30pm Session D:Day 3, 4:30am Day 3: 9:00am (Given at the end of the Program) Sponsors get to participate in Guruthsnanam puja Sponsors to select 1 of 3 sessions (B,C,D). Maximum of 50 Families allowed on Monday.
Day 1: Saturday September 8 th The Preliminaries: The morning prayers and activities are for deity preparation, devotee blessings and placement of deities in their final resting location. The evening prayers, representing the formal start of ceremonies is offered to all the Devatas and the Lord to seek their permission for conducting all the rituals and procedures for the Pranapratistha and Samprokshanam / Kumbabishekam. The priests officiating the function are welcomed, recognized and honored. The Yajamans (main sponsors) resolve to conduct the function successfully to completion. Initiation of Yaga Shala, offering gemstones at the Sanctum Sanctorum and establishing Yanthra and the main deity are the highlights of this evening s function. Time and Location Start in new. Puja Detail Outside Tent 8:45am Ghee Abishekam for Pancha Lok Utsava Moorthis ( ones only). Devotees participate by dipping all the fingers of their right hand into the ghee and place it on Pancha Lok Utsava deities. Gopura Kalasa Abishekam and Sthapana: Establishment and Abishekam for the Gopura (Tower) Kalasam. Sanctum Sanctorum ( ) 5:40pm to 9:00pm Offering gemstones (Navrathna) to the Navgraha plus main (5) deities being installed. The sequence of offerings will be Navgraha, Ganesha, Shiva, Ram Pariwar, Durga and Balaji 1 or 2 stone each per deity. Placing Yanthra, gold coins for main (5) deities (by Yajamans). With the assistance of Sthpathis placement of main deities on their final locations with Ashtabhandhanam {Need 40-50 volunteers to help with the physical lifting work. 1 st Kaala (Time) Pujas: Prarthana, Anugne, Maha Sankalpam, Vishvaksena / Maha Ganpathi puja, Punyaahavachanam, Aachaaryaadi Rithwigvarana. Rakshabandhanam, Mruth Sankrahanam, Yaga Shala Pravesam, Ankurarpanam, Paalika Puja, Veda Paarayanam, Ankurarpana Homam, Poornahuthy, Neivedyam, Arathi. Navarathna Samarpanam, Yanthra Sthapanam and Moola Moorthy Sthapanam with Ashtabhandanam Prarthana: Prayer for all the Devatas and the Lord. Anugne: Seeking permission from the Lord. Present Getting set to formally start the proceedings by recording the place (where), time (year. day and time per the Hindu calendar) the event is taking place to benefit all the yajamans, attendees, community and the entire world. Maha Ganapathi / Vishvaksena puja: Puja for Lord Ganesha (Vishvaksena). Punyahavachanam: Ritualistic purification. Aachaaryaadi Rithwigvarana: Invite and recognize all the priests in attendance; give them Dhoti, Anga vastram. Rakshabandhanam: Priests and Yajamans wear the Raksha as a protection (armor). They resolve to stay focused on the successful completion of the entire function. Yaga Shala Mruth Sankrahanam: Digging of holy mud from the Northeast corner.
Yaga Shala Pravesam: Entering the Yaga Shala Priests & Yajamans Ankurarpanam: Sowing grains for germination (Note: Navadhanyam and planters needed. Rice paddy and other seeds that will germinate) Paalika Puja (Pot with sprouting grains): Puja for the germinating seeds. Soma Kumba puja Invoking the blessings of the Moon. Yaga Shala Veda Paarayanam: Chanting of veda mantras to be done by the priests in attendance. This is of great importance in energizing the new temple premises. Note: Bhajans and other devotee singing during the function will be interspersed as time and events allow. Homam for Devatas in the Paligai (main Yajaman needed) Conclusion the Yaga Shala events for the evening with offerings of a whole coconut, small vastram to the Homa Kundam / Havan. Neivedyam: Offering Prasad. Arathi: Concluding prayer with lights. Dinner served after completion of Puja (need to make accommodation for children to be served around 7pm)
Day 2: Sunday September 9 th Invocation of the Lord and Opening of the eyes of the Deities. The day begins with the invoking of the Lord in the Kumbham and the devatas in the Upa Kumbhams. The Homa Kundams are started; various appeasement (shantis) and purification ceremonies are conducted. In the new the eyes of the deities are ceremoniously opened. Time & Location 7:45am Puja Detail 2 nd Kaala (Time) Puja: Sankalpam, Vishvaksena / Maha Ganpathi puja, Punyaahavachanam, Maha Kumbha Upa Kumbha Aaradhana, Dwara-Mandala Sthapanam, Aradhanam. Agni Prathigna, Vaasthu Shanthi, Paryagni Karanam, Pancha Gavya Prokshanam, Manonmana Santhi Homam, Nethronmaleenam, Yathoktha Homa, Moorthi Homam Poornahuthy Arathi Getting set to formally start the proceedings by recording the place (where), time (year. day and time per the Hindu calendar) the event is taking place. Vishvaksena/ Maha Ganpathi puja: Puja for Lord Ganesha (Vishvaksena). Punyaahavachanam: Ritualistic purification. Maha Kumbha Upa Kumbha Aaradhana: Invoking the Lord in the Kumbam / Kalasam and all the Devatas in the Upa Kumbums (Number to be determined). Dwara-Mandala Sthapanam: Puja at the 4 entrances of the Yaga Shala for the guardian Devatas. 9:00am Aradhanam: Worship of Kalasams / Kumbhams. Yaga Shala Vaasthu Shanthi: Appeasing the Devata at the site of construction. Note: A figure made of combustible material (Consult Priest Madhavan about this) symbolizing the Vaasthu devatha is needed. Ritualistic starting up of all the Homa Kundams (Havan). (Note: 5 Homa Kundams needed, 1 for Main Yajaman and 4 more Yajamans): To make allowance for the Kumbabishekam / Samprokshanam to be completed with our abilities and resources. Ritualistic worship of all the Moorthis (Note: To be done silently by the priests) : Lighted Darbhai grass is used to purify the deity with fire. Sprinkling with Pancha Kavyam [Pancha Kavyam Components: Milk, Curd, Ghee, Ghomiyam and Ghojalam] control. : To correct for invisible defects in sculpting of the deities beyond our Conclusion the 2 nd Kaala puja with offerings of a whole coconut, small vastram to the Homa Kundam / Havan. 11.30am Nethronmaleenam: Opening the eyes of the Lord and Devatas Arathi: Concluding prayer with lights.
12:00pm 12:30pm Lunch 3 rd Kaala (Time) Puja: Vigraha Karmanga Puja, Nava Kalasa Abishekam, Arathi (Signifies mid-day puja commencement) Vigraha Karmanga Puja: Abishekam (Holy bath) for all the deities with Mantra chanting by Priests. Nava Kalasa Abishekam: For the main deity only. Note: This is separate from the Kalasams in the Yaga Shala. Arathi: Concluding prayer with lights. 5:30pm 4 th Kaala (Time) Puja: Sankalpam, Vishvaksena / Maha Ganpathi puja, Punyaahavachanam, Maha Kumbha Upa Kumbha Aaradhana, Moorthi Homam, Tatvanyaasa, Shodashayaasa, Archana, Chathusthana Yathoktha Homa, Prayaschitta Homam, Poornahuthy, Arathi Getting set to formally start the proceedings by recording the place (where), time (year, day and time per the Hindu calendar) the event is taking place. Vishvaksena/ Maha Ganpathi puja: Puja for Lord Ganesha (Vishvaksena). Punyaahavachanam: Ritualistic purification. Maha Kumbha Upa Kumbha Aaradhana: Invoking the Lord in the Kumbam / Kalasam and all the Devatas in the Upa Kumbums (Number to be determined). Chathusthana: Dwara Puja, Mandala Puja, Kumbha puja, Agni Prathigna (see 2nd Kaala puja) Yaga Shala Yathoktha Homam: To make allowance for the Kumbabishekam / Samprokshanam to be completed with our abilities and resources. Tatvanyaasa: Invoking the different parts of the Lord s body (Note: To be done silently by the priests). Shodashayaasa: Ritualistic invoking of 16 places in the Lord s body (Note: To be done silently by the priests). Archana: Flower offering with chanting of various names (Nama) of the Lord. Moorthi Homam: Ritualistic worship of all the Moorthis (Note: To be done silently by the priests) Prayaschitta Homam: To seek clemency from the Lord for any unintended errors or omissions. Havan Conclusion of the 4 th Kaala puja with offerings of a whole coconut, small vastram to the Arathi: Concluding prayer with lights. 8:00pm Pushpadhivaasam, Sayanadhivaasam: Utsava Moorthis ceremoniously put to bed.
Day 3: Monday September 10 th Pranapratistha, Samprokshanam/Kumbabishekam: Energizing the deities and consecration of the. The Lord and devatas invoked in the Yaga Shala Kumbhams are ceremoniously transferred over to the deities in the new. The holy water from the Yaga Shala Kalasams are used to consecrate the new and deities. Time and Location 5:00am to 9:30am Puja Detail Vishvaroopam, Vishvaksenaaradhana, Punyaaha, vachanam, Maha Kumbha Upa Kumbha Aaraadhana, Moorthi Homam, Naadi Saanthanam, Praanaprathishtaa Homam, Mahaa Poornaahuthi, Kumbhaabhishekam, Bali, Graha Preethy, Dasa Dhaanam, Yathra Dhaanam, Ghatam (Kalasa) Yathra. Note: Equivalent early morning prayers from other Hindu traditions can be included below. 5:00am Vishvaroopa Darshan: Observing the cosmic form of the Brahman (truth). Reciting Thirupavai, Thiruvenpavai, Thirupallandu, Thirupalli Ezhuchi, Venkatesa Suprabatham - Waking up The Lord. Note: Puja with cow + calf would be required before the Visvaroopa puja. A Fair raised cow will need to be arranged (Narend). Punyaahavachanam: Ritualistic purification. Puja for Lord Ganesha (Vishvaksena). Maha Kumbha Upa Kumbha Aaraadhana: Invoking the Lord in the Kumbam / Kalasam and all the Devatas in the Upa Kumbums. (1D) Moorthi Homam: Moorthi Homam: Ritualistic worship of all the Moorthis. (Note: To be done silently by the priests) (1D) Naadi Saanthanam: Connect the Yaga Shala with the cord made of Dharbai & silver wire rope to the temple. (1D) Pranaprathista Homam: Mantra reciting at the Yaga Shala to energize the deities. Yaga Shala 5:00am Grand conclusion of the Yaga Shala events - offering Pattu sari, Pattu dothi to the Homa Kundam / Havan. Bali (Sacrifice): To keep obstacles at bay from preventing the Lord s passage from the Yaga Shala to the new. 6:00am Graha Preethy, Dasa Dhaanam: Appeasing the planets, 10 types of offering by the Maha Yajaman Yathra Dhaanam: Offerings for the smooth passage of the Lord from the Yaga Shala to the new. Ghatam (Kalasa) Yathra: Offerings for the smooth passage of Kalasam from the Yaga Shala to the new. Kumbhodvaasanam: Taking the Kumbams / Kalasams from Yaga Shala to the. Note: To be accompanied by Drums, Wind instruments, Singing and Gaiety. Alaya Pradakshinam: Procession of Kubhams around the new.
6:25am to 8:30am 9:30am Kumbhabhishekam/ Maha Samprokshanam: Placement of Kalashams on the roof. Holy water from the Yaga Shala Kalasams offered to the Main deity and roof {Need a Hoist lift and 3 Yajmans Maha Arathi, Saathumurai, Theertha Viniyogam / Prasadam, Ghoshti, Aachaaryaadi Sambhavanam, Officer / Volunteer Recognition, Sponsor Recognition, Anna Dhaanam Maha Arathi: Event concluding prayer with lights. and Outside Tents Saathumurai: Singing of the praise of the Lord Conclusion of Vedic chanting, Divya Prabandham reciting (South Indian Vishnu tradition), Odhuvar (South Indian Shiva tradition). Note: Equivalent prayers from other Hindu traditions can be included. Theertha Viniyogam/ Prasadam/Ghoshti: Distribution of holy water and Prasad. Aachaaryaadi Sambhavanam: Reward and recognize Priests. Recognition of Volunteers/Officers: Recognize Volunteers Recognition of Puja Sponsors Anna Dhaanam: Lunch served END OF PROGRAM