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ஸந்தான கோபால ஹோமம் | संतान गोपाल होमम्
A sacred fire ritual dedicated to Lord Krishna in his child form (Santhana Gopala) for the blessings of a healthy and divine child.
Purpose of Santhana Gopala Homam
This homam is performed to:
- Remove obstacles in conceiving a child
- Protect expecting mothers from complications
- Ensure the birth of healthy, virtuous, and intelligent children
- Fulfill desires of couples who wish to experience parenthood
Description
Who is Santhana Gopala?
Santhana Gopala is a divine form of Lord Krishna as a child. He symbolizes:
- Innocence, purity, divine joy, and fertility
- A protector of children and giver of progeny (Santana)
- Embodiment of Vishnu’s grace on couples yearning for a child
When Should Santhana Gopala Homam Be Performed?
- On Punarvasu Nakshatra, Krishna Janmashtami, or Sundays
- During the Grahana Dosha / Putra Dosha periods as advised by astrologers
- By couples facing delays in pregnancy or multiple miscarriages
- By expecting mothers for safe delivery
Homam Procedure (Simplified)
- Sankalpam – Declare the name, star, and purpose (childbirth blessing)
- Ganapathi Pooja – To remove any obstacles
- Kalasha Sthapana – Invoke divinity into water pot
- Santhana Gopala Yantra Pooja – Worship of divine child Krishna
- Mantra Japa – Chanting of Santhana Gopala Mantra
- Homam (Fire ritual) – Offerings into sacred fire with mantras
- Purnaahuti & Deeparadhana – Final offering and blessings
- Naivedyam – Offer milk, butter, curd, and fruits to Lord Krishna
- Prasadam distribution
Main Mantra (Santhana Gopala Mantra)
Sanskrit:
“Om Devaki Suta Govinda Vasudeva Jagatpathe
Dehime Tanayam Krishna Twaamaham Sharanam Gathaha”
Meaning:
Oh Lord Krishna, son of Devaki and Vasudeva, I surrender at your feet. Please bless me with a child.
Recited 108 or 1008 times during the homam.
Benefits of Santhana Gopala Homam
| Benefit | Description |
|---|---|
| Fertility | Helps couples conceive naturally |
| Healthy pregnancy | Protects mother and fetus from negativity |
| Safe delivery | Blessings for smooth and timely childbirth |
| Good progeny | Ensures children are wise, spiritual, and healthy |
| Cures doshas | Helps reduce Putra Dosha, Pitr Dosha, Naga Dosha |
Items Required for Homam
- Ghee, milk, honey, curd
- Fruits (especially butter, bananas)
- White rice, sandalwood, turmeric
- Idol or picture of Santhana Gopala Krishna
- Tulsi leaves, Krishna Tulasi garland
- Santhana Gopala Yantra (optional)
- Samithu (fire sticks), herbs, dry coconut
Where to Perform?
- At home with Vadhyar/Purohit
- In temples known for fertility rituals like:
- Guruvayur Krishna Temple (Kerala)
- Udupi Sri Krishna Temple (Karnataka)
- Thirukkadaiyur (Tamil Nadu)
- Tirupati (Balaji as Santhana Gopala)
Optional Add-On Rituals
| Ritual | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Putra Kameshti Yagna | Ancient Vedic ritual for childbirth |
| Naga Prathishta Homam | If Sarpa Dosha causes childlessness |
| Ayushya Homam | For baby’s health after birth |
| Lakshmi Homam | For peace, wealth, and family harmony |
Post-Homam Recommendations
- Chant the Santhana Gopala Stotram daily
- Observe milk fast or Krishna upasana on Wednesdays or Fridays
- Offer butter and tulsi leaves to Krishna for 48 days (Mandala Pooja)
