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Dhanteras · Puja & timing
Achamana and sankalpa
A brief, quiet beginning: purify and take the resolve to perform the puja.
Keep ready
- Water
- Akshat
Step by step
- 1Sip water three times for purification (achamana).
- 2Hold water and akshat in the right hand.
- 3State the purpose of the puja and the day.
- 4Begin the worship with a settled mind.
Helpful notes
- A calm, unhurried start sets the tone.
- Children can watch and join the aarti later.