BhaktiLoopSudarshana Homam
The Sudarshana Homam is a powerful Vedic fire ritual dedicated to Lord Sudarshana, the potent discuss (Chakra) of Lord Vishnu. Lord Sudarshana is the personification of the cosmic mind, possessing immense power to destroy evil and protect the righteous. This homam is highly regarded for its ability to cut through negativity, neutralize malevolent energies, and grant immediate relief from various sufferings, including health issues and financial troubles. It invokes the swift and decisive protective energy of Lord Sudarshana.
Purpose
The Sudarshana Homam is primarily performed for protection from negative forces, removal of obstacles, victory over enemies, healing from severe illnesses, warding off the effects of black magic, evil eye, and dispelling fear. It is also performed for spiritual well-being, overall prosperity, and peace of mind.
Key Rituals
Ganapathi Puja: Invocation of Lord Ganesha to remove obstacles.
Punyahavachanam: Purification rituals to sanctify the space and participants.
Sankalpam: The chief devotee takes a vow to perform the homam for specific benefits.
Kalasha Sthapanam: Installation of sacred pots (Kalashas) representing various deities, particularly Lord Sudarshana and Lord Narasimha.
Agni Prathistha: Invoking and establishing the sacred fire.
Dhyanam & Avahanam: Meditation and invocation of Lord Sudarshana and associated deities into the Kalasha and the fire.
Moola Mantra Japa: Chanting the core Sudarshana Moola Mantra multiple times (often 108, 1008, or more).
Homam (Aahutis): Offering oblations into the sacred fire using various sacred materials while chanting the Sudarshana Moola Mantra, Vishnu Moola Mantra, Purusha Suktam, Sudarshana Ashtottara Shatanamavali, and other specific mantras.
Purnahuti: The final and complete offering into the fire, signifying the culmination of the homam.
Maha Deeparadhana: Grand offering of lamps to the deities.
Prasada Vitarana: Distribution of the consecrated offerings (Prasad) to all participants.
Ashirvadam: Blessings from the priests to the devotees.
Common Offerings
Ghee (clarified butter)
Samith (holy sticks like Peepal, Plaksha, Palasha)
Havis (cooked rice)
Til (sesame seeds)
Grains (rice, wheat, barley)
Herbs (Darva, Apamarga)
Dry fruits
Flowers (especially red or yellow flowers)
Fruits
Milk, honey, sugar
Sweet Pongal or other sweet dishes
Associated Mantras
Mantra 1
Mantra Text
Om Kleem Krishnaya Govindaya Gopijanavallabhaya Paraya Parama Purushaya Paramatmane, Para Karma Mantra Yantra Oushadha Astra Shastraani Samhara Samhara Mrityor Mochaya Mochaya Om Namo Bhagavate Mahasudarshanaya Deeptre Jwala Paritaya Sarva Dikshobhanakaraya Hum Phat Swaha.
Meaning
Salutations to the Supreme Being, Krishna, Govinda, beloved of the Gopis, the Ultimate Reality, the Supreme Soul. May He destroy and annihilate all negative actions, spells, machines, medicines, weapons, and missiles of enemies. May He release us from death. Om, Salutations to the Illustrious Maha Sudarshana, who shines brilliantly, surrounded by flames, and causes disturbance in all directions. Hum Phat Swaha.
Benefits
This is the powerful Sudarshana Moola Mantra, chanted for ultimate protection, destruction of negative energies, victory over adversities, and liberation from fear and danger.
Mantra 2
Mantra Text
Om Sudarshanaya Vidmahe, Maha Jwalaya Dheemahe, Tanno Chakrah Prachodayat.
Meaning
Om, May we know the Sudarshana. May we meditate on the Greatly Blazing One. May the Chakra enlighten us.
Benefits
This is the Sudarshana Gayatri Mantra, chanted for wisdom, clarity, spiritual illumination, and inviting the protective energy of the Sudarshana Chakra into one's life.
Mantra 3
Mantra Text
Om Hreem Kshraum Ugram Veeram Maha Vishnum Jvalantam Sarvatomukham Nrusimham Bheeshanam Bhadram Mrityumrityum Namamyaham.
Meaning
Om Hreem Kshraum, I bow down to Lord Narasimha, who is fierce and heroic, the great Vishnu, blazing and omnipresent, terrifying yet auspicious, and the death of death itself.
Benefits
This is the Narasimha Moola Mantra, often chanted during Sudarshana Homam due to the close association of Lord Narasimha and Lord Sudarshana. It offers protection from all fears, removal of obstacles, and victory over adversaries, especially beneficial for health and courage.
Auspicious Days
Wednesdays (associated with Vishnu and Mercury, good for intellect and business)
Thursdays (Brihaspativar, associated with Vishnu and Jupiter, good for prosperity and wisdom)
Saturdays (associated with Saturn, performing homam can mitigate negative effects of Saturn)
Ekadashi (11th day of waxing/waning moon, highly auspicious for Vishnu worship)
Dwadashi (12th day, immediately following Ekadashi, also highly auspicious)
Purnima (Full Moon days)
Amavasya (New Moon days, especially for removing obstacles or performing remedies)
During specific Nakshatras (e.g., Swati, Sravana, Purvashada) or Tithis that are favorable for Vishnu worship, as determined by a qualified astrologer or priest.
Regional Variations
While the core structure and purpose of Sudarshana Homam remain consistent across India, minor regional variations may exist based on specific Vaishnava traditions (e.g., Sri Vaishnava, Madhwa, or Smarta traditions). These variations might include the emphasis on certain sub-deities, specific sequencing of mantras, or slight differences in the materials offered based on local customs and available resources. For instance, some traditions may elaborate more on Kalasha Pujas for associated Dashavatara forms or include specific Stotrams unique to their lineage.
Related Pujas
Narasimha Homam (for protection, courage, and removal of fear)
Lakshmi Narasimha Homam (for prosperity, protection, and fulfillment of desires)
Vishnu Sahasranama Parayanam (chanting the 1000 names of Vishnu for overall well-being and blessings)
Dhanvantari Homam (for health and healing, often performed in conjunction with Sudarshana Homam for comprehensive health protection)
Ayush Homam (for longevity and good health, can be combined with Sudarshana for robust well-being)