Shiva Yagya
May 17, 2007
This is a photo from a Shiva yagya that is being performed under a 500 year old Peepul tree. In the distance you can see the Ganges. Also of interest is the trisul, Shiva’s trident which is seen here covered with the golden yellow marigold flowers.
The offerings are typically grain and ghee. After the homam (fire yagya) the priests complete the yagya inside the temple with an abishekam during which liquid ingredients are poured over the Shiva lingam. The following photo shows the lingam after the completion of the abishekam after it has been decorated with flowers. The priests are performing the final aarti; offering of light with the mantras that conclude the yagya.
