Yagya Ceremony
According to Vedic philosophy, our actions determine our fate. Times of prosperity and periods of difficulty are both the result of the energy we contribute to the universe. Yet, according to tradition, we are not powerless in our quest for positive karma. By participating in a Hindu custom called a yagya (also spelled yajna), individuals can counteract negative forces in their lives and open the door to a more harmonious future. During the ceremony, a Guru, or Vedic expert, appeals to the divine spirits for grace and intervention on behalf of someone, while others chant auspicious Sanskrit verses. Items such as ghee butter, coconuts, sandalwood shavings and clothing are thrown into a central fire to symbolize the burning of past negative karma. By impeaching the forces of nature for a change in the tides of life, yagya participants gain strength from the practice.
Yagyas can be done for a range of reasons, including to remove obstacles, to get through a difficult period or to ensure good luck during a milestone. There are yagyas for the acquisition of a spouse, childbirth, wealth and even for helping you have a peaceful sleep. Vedic astrology is also used to predict specific areas of future difficulty that you may want to work through using a yagya.
In addition to actually improving luck, yagyas have also been found to have a subtle power to affect consciousness. After having a Guru conduct a ceremony for them, people report feeling their mood lift as if their wishes for a more prosperous future are finally being heard. The most essential aspect of the invocation is making a spiritual connection with the cosmic powers. When we make an authentic connection with the universe, our own powers to create positive change are dramatically increased.
Today, yagya ceremonies are still conducted in India and elsewhere and you can have a reputable practitioner conduct one in your honor. Yagyas can be performed for you whether you are present or not, but many believe the power to be multiplied with your participation. This is all about taking action in the form of ritual to bring about change in your life. You don't need to have a Guru in India chant for you for 3 days, you actually have the power to bring about your own change. Think about what you would like assistance with, make yourself a ritual and stick with it, the results may surprise you.
