What is Govardhan puja?
Govardhan Puja, also known as Annakut or Annakoot (meaning “mountain of food”), is a significant Hindu festival celebrated on the first lunar day of the bright fortnight of the month of Kartika, which falls on the fourth day of Diwali. This puja commemorates the divine act of Lord Krishna lifting the Govardhan Hill to protect the villagers of Vrindavan from torrential rains sent by Lord Indra. Devotees worship Govardhan Hill and prepare a large variety of vegetarian food to offer to Lord Krishna as a mark of gratitude and devotion.
importance of Govardhan Puja
- Govardhan Puja invokes protection by worshipping Lord Krishna, shielding devotees from negative influences and natural calamities.
- Govardhan Puja promotes prosperity, bringing wealth, abundance, and financial stability through Lord Krishna’s blessings.
- Govardhan Puja enhances devotion and gratitude towards Lord Krishna and Mother Nature, fostering a deeper spiritual connection.
- Govardhan Puja fosters unity, joy, and togetherness among family and friends, creating a harmonious and festive atmosphere.
- Govardhan Puja ensures success and growth in personal and professional life, helping devotees achieve their goals.
- Govardhan Puja brings positive energy, purifying the environment and ensuring the well-being and protection of the family.
Samagree
The following items are typically used in Govardhan Puja:
Idol or Picture of Lord Krishna Representation of Govardhan parwat Made from cow dung or other materials. Turmeric [organic] (20gm), Vermilion [organic] (20gm), Basil Garland (1), Wicks for Diya (5), Betel Nuts (5), Desi Ghee (20ml), Honey (20ml), Jaggery (Gudh) (20gm), Akshata [Yellow rice] (20gm), Ritual Threads (5), Camphor [Karpoora] (5 Tabs), Red/White/Yellow Cloth (1mtr), Offerings [Cloves, Cardamom, Sugar] (20gm), Thread (25mtr), Holy Water [Ganga Jal] (15ml), Fresh Durva Grass (1), Incense Sticks (6)/Dhoop (2), Donation (100INR), Deity Idols (pair), Incense [Sambrani] (2), Incense Holder (1), Small Copper Pot [Kalash] (1), Small Copper Spoon [Panchpatra] (1), Diya Holders (2), Panchamrit Spoon (1), Camphor Holder (1), includes
– Curd (100gm), Milk (100ml), Sweets (250gm), Fruits [5 types], Coconut (1), Big Pot [Kalash] (1), Utensils [2 big plates for Aarti/Samagri]