A homam has many parts, from the kund and the fire to the right offerings at the right moment, and it is easy to get overwhelmed. A pandit leads the homam, so you can focus on the occasion.
Why it is done
Vastu Homam is a fire ritual that many families hold in connection with a new or renovated home, a shop or an office. It involves prayers to Vastu Purusha and related deities, with offerings in the fire. Families choose it as part of beginning life in a space.
Who it is for
Families building, buying or renovating a home; owners of a new shop or office; households who want a homam as part of griha pravesh.
When to do it
Many families do it before or around griha pravesh, on a muhurat from the panchang. Your pandit can suggest options. If you have specific Vastu questions about your space, please consult a Vastu consultant.
Choose your ceremony
About 1 hour for the standard ceremony; about 1.5 hours for the extended one.
- Live video puja: A live video Vastu Homam works if the family is abroad or in another city: the pandit leads on video and you follow along at home. You arrange the samagri yourself, and a helper at home makes the setup and the offerings easier.
- Standard: The standard ceremony: a homam to the Vastu deities with sankalp, ganesh pooja, kalash, the main homam and purnahuti. About 1 hour, 15 vidhi steps, led by one pandit.
- Extended: The extended ceremony: a fuller homam with more steps, more offerings and more time at each stage. About 1.5 hours, 22 vidhi steps, led by one pandit.
Choose the standard for a focused homam. Choose the extended ceremony if you want the fuller sequence or have a larger space and gathering.
Choose 'With samagri' and the pandit brings the ritual items. Choose 'Own samagri' if you already have them or prefer to buy them yourself, and ask the pandit for the list in advance.
The sequence
- Pavitrikaran and achaman
- Ganesh pooja
- Sankalp with family and site details
- Kalash sthapana
- Invocation of Vastu Purusha and related deities
- Setting up the kund and lighting the fire
- Homam with offerings and mantras
- Purnahuti
- Aarti and prasad
How to prepare
- Clean the space and clear the area where the kund will be placed
- Choose a spot with good ventilation and an open or well-aired area
- Keep water and a bucket nearby for fire safety
- Share the address, the muhurat and the type of space with the pandit
- Keep the family members who will sit for the ritual informed
- Decide whether you will use pandit-provided samagri or your own
Who should attend
The owner or household of the space. Family members can join for the purnahuti and aarti.
Your tradition
Homam sequences and offerings vary between traditions, including South Indian and North Indian practices. Tell us your tradition when booking.
Safety
Havan and diyas involve an open flame. Use a stable heat-safe surface, keep the space ventilated, keep water nearby, and keep flames away from curtains, children and pets. Follow your building's rules on havan in common areas.
Questions
How is Vastu Homam different from Vastu Shanti? Both are connected with the home. The sequences differ, and the pandit can explain which fits your occasion.
How long should I plan for? About 1 hour for the standard ceremony and about 1.5 hours for the extended one.
Can it be done in an apartment? Often yes, depending on building rules around open flames. Check with your society and speak to the pandit about alternatives.
Do I need a Vastu consultant first? The homam is a ritual, not an inspection of the space. If you have Vastu questions about your property, consult a Vastu expert.