Samskaras (Childhood Rites)
Aksharabhyasam
Initiation of formal education. The child writes their first letters invoking Goddess Saraswati.
Annaprasanam
The first intake of solid food (rice) by an infant, marking a milestone in growth.
Chowla Karma
The traditional first hair-cutting (tonsure) ceremony for children.
Upanayanam
Sacred Thread Ceremony (Brahmopadesham). Initiation into Vedic studies.
Naama Karanam
Naming ceremony combined with Punyaha Vachanam (purification).
Milestone Birthdays (Shanti)
Ayushya Homam
Performed on birthdays (star birthday) to pray for longevity and health.
Shashtyabdha Purti (60th)
Celebrating the 60th birthday. Includes Shanti rituals and renewal of marriage vows.
Bhima Ratha Shanti (70th)
Performed at the beginning of the 71st year for health and peace.
Vijaya Ratha Shanthi (75th)
Auspicious rites performed to celebrate the 75th birthday milestone.
Satha Abhishekam (80th)
Celebrating the 80th birthday (witnessing 1,000 full moons).
Purna Kanaka Abhishekam
Traditional golden shower ritual for elders during grand milestones.
Homas & Abhishekam
Ganapathi Homam
To remove obstacles and ensure success in new ventures.
Chandi Homam
Powerful invocation of Goddess Chandi for protection and victory.
Navagraha Homam
Appeasing the nine planetary deities to mitigate negative influences.
Sudharshana Homam
Seeking protection and clarity through the cosmic discus of Vishnu.
Sri Maha Lakshmi Homam
Sri Suktham recitation for wealth, prosperity, and abundance.
Durga, Lakshmi, Saraswati
Homam dedicated to the three forms of Shakti.
Rudra Abhishekam
Sacred bath for Lord Shiva involving Vedic chants (Rudram).
Nakshatra Homam
Pooja for one's specific birth star (Janma Nakshatra).
Bhagavathi Seva
Traditional Kerala-style worship of the Goddess.
Ayyappa Pooja
Special prayers and bhajans for Lord Ayyappa.
Home & Property
Graha Pravesham
Housewarming ceremony to invite positive energy into a new home.
Boomi Pooja
Sanctifying the land before starting construction.
Vaasthu Homam
Correcting architectural energy flow according to Vaasthu Shastra.
Sri Satyanarayana Vratham
Gratitude pooja performed for prosperity and peace.
Wedding & Family
Engagement
Nichayadartham. Formalizing the union between families.
Wedding (Vivaham)
Traditional Vedic wedding ceremony conducted by our priests.
Seemantham
Blessing the mother-to-be (Baby Shower) for a healthy child.