The words Homa or homam are interchangeable with the word Yajna and Agnihotra. In a Homa, a priest invokes the presence of the Deity in the fire through specialized mantras. Since mantras are revealed by Rishis (Enlightened sages), all mantras carry immense power within them.In this sacred fire ceremony, Sanskrit mantras are chanted to call on various forms of the Divine. Homa is basically offering worship to God trough the fire .It can be done any day but there are some days that are more favorable to do Homa. Homa should be performed strictly according to the rules laid down in the Vedic scriptures. Homa is not just a fire its a medium to reach the God .There are different Homas for different purposes like Ayushya homa to block evil influences, Dhanavantri homa for good health, Gayatri homa for performing good karma or positive thinking, Ganapati homa to overcome obstacles, Sudarshana homa for success etc. We at www.austriaviennapuja.com perform all types of Homa or Homam with full discipline and devotion .You can contact us anytime for Homas or any other Hindu rituals. Our services are based on experience,tradition,integrity and accuracy.Fire is the purest element on this Earth ,nothing can contaminate the fire. Fire purifies whatever it comes in contact with.
What is more powerful Japa or Homa?
Homam as a purification sadhana is far more effective than japam .According to the Atharvaveda (11:7:9) ,Yajurveda Samhita and the Shatapatha Brahmana (12:4:1) homam is believed to reduce pollution and spiritually purify the atmosphere.There are still Buddhists who worship fire. Zoroastrians worshiped fire. Native North American tradition used to dance around the fire and put corn into it .South American Inca tradition worshiped fire also.Greek and Roman civilizations also worshiped fire and made offerings to gods in fire. Benefits of Homa: Attainment of Desires(Religious,Economic,Enjoyment,Liberation) Removal of Bad Karma.Protection from Black Magic.Guidance on the Path of righteousness.Removal of past Sins.Fulfillment of Spiritual and Material Goals.Mental and Subtle Purification.Health improvements.