Ram–Sita Vivah Puja (Vivah Panchami)

Ram–Sita Vivah Puja is a devotional ceremony performed to honour the divine marriage of Lord Shri Ram and Goddess Sita. Vivah Panchami is observed on the fifth day of the Shukla Paksha during the Hindu month of Margashirsha, traditionally associated with the wedding of Shri Ram and Mata Sita in Mithila. The occasion holds special significance in Ayodhya, Janakpur, and communities that celebrate the Ramayana tradition.

Devotees worship Shri Ram and Mata Sita with faith and reverence, remembering their ideals of mutual respect, duty, devotion, and commitment. Families may arrange this puja at home or visit a temple to participate in special prayers and ceremonial celebrations.

Traditional Puja Vidhi

1. Preparation and Sankalp: The puja area is cleaned and decorated with flowers, rangoli, and a traditional altar. Images or idols of Lord Shri Ram and Goddess Sita are placed respectfully. The pandit begins with a sankalp according to the family's intention and tradition.

2. Ganesh Vandana: The ceremony may begin with prayers to Lord Ganesha, seeking an auspicious beginning for the worship.

3. Ram–Sita Avahan and Worship: Lord Shri Ram and Goddess Sita are worshipped with flowers, kumkum, akshat, sandalwood paste, incense, a diya, and suitable offerings according to the family's customs and the agreed puja package.

4. Vivah Panchami Katha and Mantra Jaap: The pandit may narrate the traditional account of the divine wedding from the Ramayana tradition and chant appropriate devotional mantras. A complete Ramayana path, Ramcharitmanas recitation, or detailed Vivah ceremony should be included only if specifically arranged.

5. Symbolic Vivah Rituals: Depending on the regional tradition, the ceremony may include a symbolic wedding presentation, mangal geet, floral offerings, and prayers celebrating the sacred union of Shri Ram and Mata Sita.

6. Bhog, Aarti, and Prasad: A suitable bhog is offered, followed by Ram–Sita aarti and prayers. Prasad may be distributed among family members and devotees.

Mantras for Ram–Sita Vivah Puja

Shri Ram Mantra:

 ॐ श्री रामाय नमः।

Sita Mantra:
ॐ जानक्यै नमः।

These simple devotional mantras may be chanted during worship. The pandit may also recite traditional Ram–Sita prayers or verses according to the family's preferred custom.

Who Can Arrange This Puja?

Individuals, couples, and families can arrange Ram–Sita Vivah Puja to observe Vivah Panchami and honour the ideals associated with the divine marriage. Devotees may choose a home ceremony, a temple-based puja, or a more elaborate traditional celebration depending on their preferences and regional customs.

Package and Booking Information

The final package may include a pandit's puja service, basic worship rituals, mantra chanting, and aarti, depending on the selected arrangement. Puja samagri, flowers, fruits, bhog, idols, decorations, travel charges, and extended scriptural recitation may be charged separately or require advance confirmation.

Ritual details can vary by region and family tradition. Please confirm the ceremony duration, language, samagri arrangements, location, and exact inclusions with the service provider before booking.