The importance of Puja Thali and Rudraksha

You often see people performing various kinds of Puja and other ceremonies. India is the multi-cultural country where performing of Puja is associated with all religious groups of individuals in the country. However, have you ever wondered why Puja Thali is important and what significance does it hold? Well, never mind if you don’t. It is a tray or plate or may be in the form of a big container where all the materials used for performing Puja are accumulated and kept maintaining a beautiful design. It is used during various festivals, occasions and rituals. It is a big part of Hindu traditions and plays an auspicious role.

The plate used for Puja can be found made of brass, silver, gold, steel and other metal having the oval and rounded shape comprising of many designs and engravings. The Thali is beautifully decorated with the possible and slight difference on occasion and cost but accessories used would be same almost. So, wondering what ingredients are used at this auspicious Thali presenting at Puja Mandir? 

What does Puja Thali consist of?

 Major ingredients used in it are Turmeric paste/Sindoor(Vermilion) paste or Rangoli colour having religious or holy symbols like ‘Om’. Apart from that unbroken rice grains, incense sticks, Diyas, coconut, flowers like marigold, rose and many other flower’s petals with Indian sweets as Prasad and water in a container are used. Besides, Ghanta(bell), Conch (Shankha), Milk, Fresh fruits, Sandalwood-paste, Mangal kalasha (holy pitcher) with holy water, Ghee, Camphor, Betel-leaves, Kumkum, Tulsi and Murti of deities and coins of gold or silver.

The Thali full of these things is often placed before Gods in temples where prayers and congregation follow. Another significant one is the mala which has the special place in the Hindu mythology. It is known as Rudraksha and in use for years as per the history and cultures continuing from the past in the country.  It is used as beads which must be of 108 plus one as believed. Beads are used for chanting, prayers and concentration. Do you need Puja Thali to perform puja at your home or any other ingredients that you require for your auspicious occasion in your home? If it is so, rush out to Godsmantra and order it online.