Lord Shiva & Lord Yama — Puja Vidhi
Chaturdashi Puja Vidhi
Complete step-by-step procedure for Chaturdashi Puja. Follow this correct Vedic method to perform the puja at home or at a temple.
Last updated: 24 April 2026 · Source: Vedic Tradition
Step-by-Step Chaturdashi Puja Vidhi
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Observe fast from sunrise to the next day's sunrise.
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Perform abhishek of Shiva Linga with water, milk, curd, honey, and ghee.
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Offer belpatra, dhatura, and white flowers.
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Recite Shiva Panchakshara mantra (Om Namah Shivaya) 108 times.
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Light a ghee lamp and perform night vigil (jagran).
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Break fast the next morning after morning puja.
Important Rules During Chaturdashi Puja
• Maintain cleanliness — bath before the puja and wear clean clothes.
• Face east or north while performing the puja.
• Keep mobile phones and distractions away during the ritual.
• Women during menstruation should not participate in the main ritual.
• Perform puja with a focused and devotional mind.
• Do not leave the puja incomplete once started.
Benefits of Chaturdashi Puja
Grants liberation from the cycle of birth and death, provides protection from untimely death, removes sins, brings spiritual elevation, ensures ancestral peace, and bestows Shiva's grace for moksha and inner transformation.
FAQ — Chaturdashi Puja Vidhi
Q.Can I perform Chaturdashi Puja at home?
Yes, Chaturdashi Puja can be performed at home. Observe fast from sunrise to the next day's sunrise.
Q.How long does Chaturdashi Puja take?
Chaturdashi Puja typically takes 1–2 hours (or all-night vigil). The duration may vary based on the number of participants and whether a pandit is involved.
Q.Do I need a pandit for Chaturdashi Puja?
Chaturdashi Puja can be performed by the family head with guidance. However, for complex rituals, it is recommended to have an experienced pandit guide the procedure.
Q.What is the best time to perform Chaturdashi Puja?
Krishna Paksha Chaturdashi of every lunar month. Maha Shivratri (Phalgun Krishna Chaturdashi) is the most auspicious. Pradosh Kaal (dusk) and midnight are the best times for puja.