Guru Homam

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(Brihaspati Homam / ஜுபிட்டர் ஹோமம்)
In Vedic astrology, Guru (Brihaspati) is considered the teacher of the gods. He rules over knowledge, children, dharma, prosperity, marriage, and spiritual growth.

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Why Perform Guru Homam?

Purpose Benefits
Jupiter is weak, debilitated (in Capricorn), or afflicted Corrects Guru Dosha
Delays in marriage or childbirth Brings favorable results
Poor performance in education or career Boosts intellect, memory
Financial instability or business failures Attracts wealth and fortune
Lack of spiritual direction or purpose Enhances faith, devotion, clarity
During Guru Dasha or Transit (Gocharam) Strengthens Jupiter’s positive effects
To receive blessings of teachers, mentors, elders Brings guidance and grace

Best Days to Perform Guru Homam:

Day Significance
Thursday (Guruvar) Ruled by Jupiter
During Jupiter Dasha/Bhukti Especially powerful
On Akshaya Tritiya, Guru Peyarchi (Transit) Very auspicious
Before education, marriage, childbirth, or spiritual journey For blessings

Jupiter’s Key Domains:

Symbolism Represents
Wisdom & Knowledge Education, teaching, higher learning
Children Fertility, family happiness
Wealth Financial blessings and expansion
Marriage Especially for women (Guru is karka for husband)
Spirituality Guru gives devotion and dharmic path

Mantras Used in Guru Homam:

1.Moola Mantra:

ॐ ग्रां ग्रीं ग्रौं सः गुरवे नमः
Om Graam Greem Graum Sah Gurave Namah

2.Guru Gayatri Mantra:

Om Brihaspataye Vidmahe Mahajñanaya Dheemahi Tanno Guru Prachodayat
Optional: Guru Kavacham / Guru Ashtottaram / Guru Stotram

Guru Homam Procedure:

  1. Sankalpam – Declaring name, rasi, nakshatra, and purpose
  2. Ganapathi Puja – For obstacle removal
  3. Kalasha Sthapana & Guru Avahanam – Inviting Guru Bhagavan
  4. Guru Mantra Japa – 108 or 1008 times chanting
  5. Fire Offering (Homa) – Items offered include:
  6. Ghee, yellow rice, channa dal (kadalai paruppu), banana, jaggery, turmeric, yellow flowers
  7. Purna Ahuti – Final offering for completion
  8. Theertham and Prasadam – Sharing blessings

Items Required (Dravyas):

  • Ghee, yellow rice
  • Channa dal (kadalai paruppu), turmeric
  • Yellow flowers (marigold), banana, jaggery
  • Sandalwood paste, betel leaves and nuts
  • Yellow cloth (optional donation)
  • Cow’s milk, honey, curd
  • Navadhanya (optional)

Benefits of Guru Homam:

Domain Results
Education & Wisdom Enhances intellect, success in exams
Marriage & Family Helps marriage alliances and fertility
Finance Brings luck, property, and stability
Spiritual Growth Deepens faith, clarity, and purpose
Career Especially helpful for teachers, advisors, counselors, religious heads

Where to Perform:

  • At home with purohit and Homa Kundam
  • In temples dedicated to Guru Bhagavan (e.g., Alangudi Guru Sthalam – Tamil Nadu)
  • In temples dedicated to Guru Bhagavan (e.g., Alangudi Guru Sthalam – Tamil Nadu)

Additional Remedies (Optional):

Remedy Purpose
Fasting on Thursdays Enhances Jupiter’s blessings
Donation of yellow cloth, food, books Creates punya (merit)
Guru Graha Japam (daily/weekly) Maintains positive Jupiter energy
Lighting ghee lamp on Thursdays Invokes Guru’s light of wisdom