Puja and Homa 
Ceremonies 

9 March 2025
in Lenzerheide Community Hall

A puja is a ceremony consisting of a series of symbolical actions that mentally invite a God, just as a guest is received and looked after. Various gifts such as flowers, rice, light, fruit and water are offered, representing the five elements of earth, water, fire, air and ether. Each action is accompanied by the chanting of a mantra and has a symbolical meaning, for example, light represents knowledge, flowers represent spiritual inspiration, fruit for the opening of the heart.

 

Homa is a ceremony in which an offering is given to the sacred fire 'Agni'. The honoring of nature, including Agni, has been widespread in India since ancient times. Agni is considered to be a messenger, bringing the offerings to the Gods honored by the ceremony. The smoke of such a sacred fire is cleansing and empowering through the addition of special herbs and ghee (Indian butter).

 

The ceremonies create an atmosphere of stillness and reverence, and give an opportunity to focus inwards. At the same time, they allow us to connect the three days of silence with our senses and facilitate integration back into daily life.

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Admission is free. For organizational purposes we request you to register for the Sunday program. Please use the online registration form and choose the respective parts.