Rudrabhishek Puja Guide: Mantra, Vidhi, Benefits & Booking
Rudrabhishek Puja Guide: Mantra, Vidhi & Benefits
What is Rudrabhishek? Rudrabhishek Puja is a powerful Vedic ritual dedicated to Lord Rudra (Shiva). It is performed to alleviate suffering, bring prosperity, and remove negative karma and obstacles. Legend has it that Lord Rama performed this puja at Rameshwaram before his battle with Ravana.
Rudrabhishek Puja Mantra
ॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिबर्धनम् |
उर्वारूकमिव बन्धनान् मृत्योर्मुक्षीय मा मृतात् ||
Om Tryambakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushti-Vardhanam |
Urvarukamiva Bandhanan Mrityor Mukshiya Maamritat ||
This Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra is central to the Rudrabhishek, invoking Lord Shiva’s protection against untimely death and diseases.
Why Perform Rudrabhishek Puja?
- Removal of Negativity: Cleanses the aura and removes bad karma.
- Success in Career: Helps overcome professional obstacles and financial issues.
- Health & Longevity: Effective for those suffering from chronic health ailments.
- Planetary Doshas: Reduces the malefic effects of the Moon and other planets.
- Peace of Mind: Brings immense mental clarity and harmony in relationships.
Rudrabhishek Puja Samagri List
To please Lord Shiva during auspicious times like Shravan Maas or Pradosh Vrat, specific items are essential. When you book with SmartPuja, we bring most of these items for you!
| Cow’s Milk | Curd (Yogurt) | Ghee | Honey |
| Sugar/Jaggery | Ganga Jal | Sugarcane Juice | Coconut Water |
| Bilva Patra | Datura Flowers | Bhasma (Ash) | Sandalwood Paste |
Step-by-Step Puja Vidhi
- Sankalp: The devotee takes a vow to perform the puja with a pure heart.
- Ganesh Puja: Lord Ganesha is worshipped first to remove any obstacles.
- Kalash Sthapana: A sacred pot is installed to invoke the presence of the deity.
- Abhishekam (The Core Ritual): The Shiva Linga is bathed continuously with sacred liquids while the Pandit chants the Sri Rudram (Namakam and Chamakam).
- Alankaram: The Shiva Linga is decorated with Bhasma, Sandalwood paste, and fresh flowers.
- Aarti & Prasad: The ceremony concludes with the Mangal Aarti and distribution of Prasad.
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Rudrabhishek Puja Cost & Packages
The cost of Rudrabhishek Puja varies based on the city, duration of the ritual, and the number of Pandits required. SmartPuja offers transparent pricing for:
- Eka Rudrabhishek: Basic Abhishek with 1 Pandit (1.5 – 2 Hours).
- Rudrabhishek with Mrityunjaya Havan: Abhishek + Powerful Havan for health (2 – 2.5 Hours).
- Ekadashi Rudrabhishek: Elaborate ritual where Rudri Path is chanted 11 times (3+ Hours).
- Maha Rudra Yagya: A grand ceremony involving 11 Pandits chanting Sri Rudram.
*Includes Pandit Dakshina, Travel, and Puja Samagri.
Booking Rudrabhishek with SmartPuja
Finding a knowledgeable Pandit who can chant the Rudram correctly is crucial. SmartPuja connects you with verified Vedic Pandits in Bangalore, Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune, Kolkata, Ahmedabad and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
Mondays are dedicated to Lord Shiva and are ideal. Pradosham days (13th day of lunar fortnight) and Maha Shivratri are considered highly auspicious.
Yes, absolutely. Women (unmarried or married) can perform this puja to seek a good life partner, marital harmony, and family well-being.
Rudrabhishek involves bathing the Shiva Linga with sacred liquids to fulfill desires and remove negativity. Maha Mrityunjaya Jaap is specifically a chanting ritual focused on health, longevity, and overcoming the fear of death.
Ketaki (Kewda) and Champa flowers are cursed and should never be offered to Lord Shiva.
