Pushpanjali

The term Pushpanjali literally means “an offering of flowers,” symbolizing the devotee’s surrender of ego, thoughts, and emotions to the divine. During this ritual, devotees hold flowers in their palms while the priest chants auspicious mantras, and at the conclusion, the flowers are gently offered to the deity, seeking blessings, purity of mind, and fulfillment of sincere wishes.

Pushpanjali is a graceful and devotional offering in which fresh flowers are offered at the feet of the deity with folded hands, sacred mantras, and heartfelt prayers. The term Pushpanjali literally means “an offering of flowers,” symbolizing the devotee’s surrender of ego, thoughts, and emotions to the divine. During this ritual, devotees hold flowers in their palms while the priest chants auspicious mantras, and at the conclusion, the flowers are gently offered to the deity, seeking blessings, purity of mind, and fulfillment of sincere wishes. Pushpanjali is commonly performed during daily puja, special occasions, festivals, and before important life events, making it a simple yet deeply meaningful act of devotion.