Haidakhandi Fire Ceremony

Once the ceremony begins, each of the words said is a Name of God. The different aspects are each called upon with reverence and given an offering.

 In another dimension, it is possible to see the named deity swoop in and take their offering as it is given to them. They are all lined up, waiting for their turn to partake. They, in turn, give of themselves: a blessing of assistance in life, a feeling of peace, an attitude of understanding or compassion.

More than 400 Names of God are recited during a typical fire ceremony. Those attending a Havan will receive most benefit by keeping a silent, prayerful and respectful attitude, observing each thought, each picture, each emotion that comes to mind and offering that into the fire.

With each offering is said "Swaha" (I offer).  Swaha is also the name of the wife of the God of Fire, Agni. To honor his wife is to honor him in the highest way.

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Om Namah Shivaya

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Fire Ceremony in Cove Bay, Scotland, September 2010,
with firewood in the bag and coconuts ready for offering.... SWAHA!

That's me in one of my FAVORITE places,

the front yard of my residence.

What a blessing to have lived there!

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