How to Perform Satyanarayan Pooja at Home

Satyanarayan Pooja is one of the most sacred rituals performed to seek the blessings of Lord Vishnu. It is usually conducted on full moon days, housewarming ceremonies, or important family milestones. Here’s a simplified overview:

Purpose: Gratitude, well-being, and prosperity.
Time: Preferably in the morning or early evening.
Samagri: Satyanarayan Katha book, Haldi, Kumkum, Akshat, coconut, banana leaves, kalash, ghee, diya, incense sticks, tulsi leaves, fruits, sweets (sheera or halwa), supari, betel leaves.

Steps Overview:

1. Clean the pooja area and set up the altar.
2. Install Lord Vishnu’s photo or idol.
3. Prepare the kalash with water, mango leaves, and a coconut.
4. Perform Ganesh Pooja.
5. Offer pooja items and chant Satyanarayan Katha.
6. Perform Aarti and distribute prasad.