Puṇyāha (पुण्याह) is a cleansing ritual observed by Hindus. The term ‘Punyaha’ means ‘an auspicious day’ or ‘sacred day’. Punyaha is practiced before any ritual. Punyaha ritual is also performed after days of pollution due to birth or death. Namakarana (Sanskrit: नामकरण, Nāmakaraṇa) (literally, naming) is the naming ceremony in Hinduism and a Sanskara (rite of passage) to name a baby.
Required Materials for Pooja
| NAME | QUANTITY |
|---|---|
| Turmeric powder | 1/4 Lb |
| Kumkum | 1 Packet |
| Sandalwood Powder | 1 Packet |
| Incense Sticks | 1 Packet |
| Camphor | 1 Packet |
| Betel leaves and Nuts | 10 + 10 |
| Flowers | 2 Bunches of colorful roses, 2 packs of any of these (Jasmine/Arali/Lilly/Mullai/Marigolds/Lotus/button roses) |
| Fruits | 12 Bananas and other fruits |
| Mango Leaves | 1 Bunch |
| Coconuts | 3 |
| Rice | 4 Lbs |
| Rice Paddy | 1 Lb |
| Kalasa vastram | 1 Towel or 2 Yds of fabric |
| Honey | 1 Small bottle |
| Coins | 20 |
Other Puja Materials from Home:
- Deepam ( Lamp ), Oil, Match box, Cotton wicks
- Kalasam, Panchapatra and Uddharini, Small Trays 2 nos., Big Trays 2 nos.
- Small Cups 5 nos, Asirvada New dresses, Blankets 2 nos. (for guest seating)
- Paper Napkins and Paper Plates (sufficient numbers)