Abhishekam of Sri Subrahmanyeshwara Swamy (Kartikeya) is the most powerful form of worship. This abhishekam gives special results for curing Kuja Dosha, getting children and defeating enemies. Subrahmanya Swamy is called "Jnanashaktidhara", which means he is the God who bestows knowledge and power.
Here is the complete explanation about this Abhishekam:
Specialties of Subrahmanyeshwara Swamy Abhishekam
Abhishekam performed on Lord Subrahmanya removes the planetary defects in the horoscope. Especially, the effects of Mars Dosha (Manglik Dosha) and Snake Dosha are reduced.
Benefits of Abhishekam
• Prosperity: Couples expecting children will get the blessings of the Lord.
• Prevention of Kuja Dosha: Obstacles in marriage will be removed and marriage will take place quickly.
• Health: Relief from skin diseases and mental anxieties will be provided.
• Success: Victory will be achieved in competitive exams, court cases and against enemies.
Materials used - Results
Each abhishekam offered to the Lord has its own special properties:
• Milk: Increases longevity and health.
• Honey: Gives a sweet life and purity of voice.
• Panchamrut: (A mixture of milk, curd, ghee, sugar and honey) gives all the comforts. Panchamrut abhishekam to the Lord is very famous in places like Palani.
• Vibhuti (ash): Increases knowledge and removes sins.
• Rose Water: Gives peace of mind and fame.
Abhishekam Process
1. Vigneswara Puja: First, the elder brother, Lord Vinayaka, is worshipped and prayers are offered to see him without any obstacles.
2. Sankalpa: The names of the clan are recited and the intention behind the abhishekam (childhood, marriage or planetary peace) is conveyed.
3. Shodashopachara Puja: The Lord is worshipped with 16 types of upacharas, including invocation, asana, etc.
4. Abhishekam: The idol of the Lord is anointed with milk, curd, honey etc. while reciting the Purush Suktam, Sri Subrahmanyam Ashtottaram and Skanda Shashti Kavacham.
5. Decoration & Aarti: After the abhishekam, the Lord is adorned with sandalwood, saffron, garlands of flowers (especially red flowers) and offered camphor water.
When should it be performed?
• Shashti Tithi: The Shuddha Shashti that comes every month is most pleasing to Lord Swami.
• Subrahmanya Shashti: Abhishekam performed on this day in the month of Margashir gives crore-fold results.
• Tuesday: Since Lord Subrahmanya is the lord of Mars, it is auspicious to perform abhishekam on Tuesdays.
Important Tip: After performing abhishekam to Lord Subrahmanya, if possible, donate milk and fruits to the poor or small children to please Lord Swami quickly.
PujaPhal affiliated priests perform the Shastrokta Puja exclusively online with the devotees' name and gotra, in a traditional and pure manner. The complete Puja video recording is sent to the devotees' WhatsApp.
