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Ganesh Havan

Havan Setup

1. Havan Kund: A copper, brass, or clay pit where the fire is lit.
2. Samidha (Wood): Dry Mango wood sticks are traditional, but peepal or sandalwood can also be used.
3. Ghee (Clarified Butter): Pure cow ghee for pouring into the fire.
4. Havan Samagri: A mixture of dried herbs, roots, seeds, and aromatic substances.
5. Camphor (Kapoor): For lighting the fire.

Havan Samagri Mix

If purchasing a ready-made packet, ensure it contains these key elements:
1. Til (Sesame Seeds): Black or white, symbol of protection.
2. Jau (Barley): Symbolizes prosperity.
3. Akshat (Unbroken Rice): Mixed with turmeric.
4. Medicinal Herbs/Resins: Guggul (resin), Sandalwood powder, Loban, Cloves (Laung), Cardamom (Elaichi).
5. Sugar/Khadisakhar: Sugar crystals.

Puja Items

•⁠ Kalash (Lota): A metal pot filled with water, topped with coconut and mango leaves.
•⁠ Flowers and Garlands: Fresh flowers.
•⁠ Mango Leaves: Used for sprinkling water.
•⁠ Kumkum and Haldi (Turmeric/Vermilion): For Tilak.
•⁠ Betel Leaves & Betel Nuts (Supari): Usually 5 or 11 sets.
•⁠ Panchamrit: A mixture of milk, curd, honey, ghee, and sugar.
•⁠ Incense sticks (Agarbatti) or Dhoop.
•⁠ Fruits and Sweets: For Naivedya/Prasad.
•⁠ Coins: Used for sankalpa (vow) and offerings.
•⁠ Moli (Kalawa/Red Thread): Sacred thread.

Utilities

•⁠ ⁠Havan Spoon (Pali): Copper or brass ladle for offering ghee.
•⁠ ⁠Aasan (Mat): A mat or woollen seat to sit on.
•⁠ ⁠Panchpatra & Spoon: Small bowl and spoon for holding sanctified water.
•⁠ ⁠Towels/Paper Napkins: For cleaning hands.