Bhumi Puja | Groundbreaking Ceremony | Shankusthapan | Vaastu Puja | Cost & Benefits
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Bhumi Pujan | Bhumi Puja | Ceremony Importance
Bhumi Pujan or Bhumi Pujanis a Puja ceremony performed before the construction activities in the plot, land or locality. Bhoomi Pooja performed is said to lead to a happy, peaceful and harmonious living in the constructed building. Pujas are offered to Lord Ganapati, Griha Devata, Ishta Devata, Bhudevi, Lord Vishnu, Vastu Purush and Kshetrapala along with other deities. Agni (Fire), Jal (Water), Aakash (Space), Vaayu (Air) and Prithvi (Earth) that represent the Pancha Bhutas (Five elements) are also offered prayers. Prithvi – the earth; is also mentioned as Bhoomi. Bhumi is the base, without which it is difficult to sustain. Bhoodevi or Bhoo Maata is called mother, and no life can exist without her.
Bhumi Puja is also known as Shankusthapan. Bhoomi Puja or Bhoomi Poojan is performed seeking the permission of the Supreme God and requesting for a hassle-free, safe completion of the construction project in due time. This is also done for requesting the permission from the Mother-Earth, who is the consort of Lord Vishnu in order to proceed with ground-breaking.
Bhumi Puja Benefits
- Benevolence & Blessings of Goddess Bhoodevi and Vastu Purush
- Addresses malefic forces
- Eradicates the ill effects and Vastu doshas in the land or plot
- Addresses hurdles, unexpected and untimely troubles
- Hassle-free process of construction
Why is Bhumi Puja suggested?
The occupants of the construction site including the micro-organisms, spirits if any are thereby asked to vacate the place as the construction activity could affect their peaceful existence. Bhumi Pooja is also performed seeking protection from evil forces who could hamper the construction.
Bhoomi Puja is performed before constructing on a piece of land or tilling the land. Bhoomi or Earth is considered as the Mother of all that exists. By doing this puja we are seeking permission for our actions and forgiveness for disturbing the balance and equilibrium of Mother Earth. During the Puja special Vedic sutras and hymns are chanted to appease various energies residing in the space and also to ward off any ill energies. Bhoomi Puja is performed to bring good luck and fortune to the building.
Why do Bhoomi Pooja?
Foundation is that the most significant in any construction. It is like an infant’s life. If not fed (physically, emotionally and spiritually) with the right nutrients at that stage, the infant will grow up to be unhealthy. A proper Bhumi Pujan is necessary to bring luck and good fortune to the building.
Significance of Bhumi Puja
Bhumi Puja is a Ceremony performed as per Grihya Sutras and Shastra Vidhis stated within the Vastu Shastra literature like Mayamata. Bhoomi Puja or Shankusthapan puja is done to seek the benevolence of Pancha Bhootas and divine gods.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Bhumi Puja | Groundbreaking Ceremony
Who should perform Bhoomi Pooja?
Bhoomi pooja is done by the head of the family alongside his wife in the presence of a qualified Vedic Pandit or Purohit.
How do I select the Tithi for Bhumi Puja?
Auspicious Tithi can be arrived at with the Panchangam or Tithi Calculator. You can consult our team of astrologers for suitable dates to perform Bhumi Puja.
What are the Bhumi Puja dates for 2024?
Bhumi Puja date is decided on the basis of Janma Nakshatram of the Karta. You can arrive at the right day and Muhurtam (Mahurat) in 2024 after discussion with Astrology Services from PurePrayer.
When should I perform Bhumi Puja?
Bhumi Puja is performed generally in the auspicious months like Chaitramaas, Vaishakhmaas, Shravanmaas, Kartikmaas, Maghmaas and Phalgunmaas. Vaastu Purush is said to be in Raj Yog during these Hindu calendar months. Thursday and Monday are said to be good days of a week. Months of Chaturmasya are generally avoided.
Which month is best for construction of house?
If getting your house built as quickly as possible is your goal, starting in the spring or summer is your best bet.
Which Nakshatram is good for house construction?
Nakshatrams: Rohini, Mrigshira, Chitra, Hasta, Swathi, Anuradha, Uttara Ashadha, Uttar Bhadrapada, Uttara Phalguni, Dhanishtha, Shatabhisha, Revati are good for starting the house construction work.