🪔 About Varaha Dwadashi

The day is dedicated to Varaha (boar), the second incarnation of Lord Vishnu. As Varaha, Lord Vishnu rescued Mother Earth from Asura Hiranyaksh on this day. A sincere devotee who worships him today is blessed with good health, peace, and prosperity. Invoke him in Sri Hari, the ultimate form, and experience his bliss pervading your life.

🙏 How to Do Pooja

Recommended Ritual: Nitya Puja of Sri Hari with 16 Offerings (12 min.)

  1. Wake up early and take a bath.
  2. Clean your home and puja space thoroughly.
  3. Perform the recommended ritual with devotion.
  4. Offer flowers, fruits, and incense.
  5. Chant mantras or prayers specific to this occasion.
  6. Conclude with aarti and distribute prasad.

✅ Do's & Don'ts

✅ Do's

  • Clean your puja space and important areas of your home.
  • Decorate with flowers, lamps, and simple rangoli if possible.
  • Perform nitya puja, yajna, or abhishek of the deity associated with this festival.
  • Share prasad with family, friends, and those in need.
  • Maintain respectful and gentle behavior toward people and animals.

⚠️ Don'ts

  • Avoid eating heavy, oily food and excessive sweets.
  • Avoid alcohol, rash driving, and loud celebrations.
  • Minimize waste; don't harm animals and the environment.