Hayagriva Pooja

Who is Lord Hayagriva?

Hayagriva is one of the most revered deities in Hinduism. He is an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, often depicted with a human body and a horse’s face. Lord Hayagriva blesses his devotees in a white garment, sitting in a white lotus. He has four hands in which he holds a conch (Shank), a discus (Chakra), and palm leaf manuscripts and carries Gnyana Mudra, the posture of wisdom.

Lord Hayagriva embodies wisdom and knowledge, where Lord Brahma and Goddess Saraswati reside. He is the four forms of the Rig, Yajur, Sama and Atharva Vedas.  Lord Hayagriva is the one who taught knowledge to Saraswati, one of the Tri Devi.

The Hayagriva incarnation is mentioned in the epic Mahabharata in the Moksha Parva (Chapter 357).

In Sanskrit, ‘Haya’ means ‘Horse’, and Greeva means ‘neck’. The horse-faced Lord Hayagriva, an incarnation of Vishnu, bestows knowledge and wisdom on his devotees.

What is the significance of the Hayagriva Pooja?

People who wish to become good orators pray and perform puja to Lord Hayagriva to attain the status of “Vachaspati” (Master in speech). Children also participate in the Hayagriva puja to seek his blessings for success in education and higher studies, as well as knowledge.

In Hinduism, Lord Hayagriva and Saraswati are worshipped for the enrichment of knowledge and wisdom. In schools, students are encouraged to pray to Lord Hayagriva to excel in education. Some students perform the Hayagriva puja before their exams.

Legend behind the Lord Hayagriva

According to the Bhagavata Purana, Lord Vishnu assumed the incarnation of Hayagriva to rescue the Vedas from the demons named Madhu and Kaitabha. The demons stole the Vedas from Brahma and hid them under the sea waters. Lord Brahma requested Vishnu to save the Vedas from the evil hands. So, Lord Vishnu incarnated as Hayagriva and rescued the Vedas from the demons by killing them.

When should I perform the Hayagriva puja?

Hayagriva Pooja is performed on specific auspicious days, which are aligned with learning, knowledge, and wisdom.

Hayagriva Jayanti is considered the most auspicious day to perform the Hayagriva Pooja, as it is believed that Lord Hayagriva appeared on earth. Vasantha Panchami, Navratri (especially Saraswati Puja), Thursdays, Navami, Full Moon (Purnima), and New Moon (Amavasya) are also the best days to perform the Hayagriva puja to obtain the entire benefit.

Sometimes, astrologers may consider the Janma Nakshatra of a native, the Yoga, and the Thithi of that particular date.

Brahma Muhurta (between 4.00 am and 6.00 am) or any morning hours are considered the best time to perform the Hayagriva Pooja.

Where should I perform the Hayagriva Puja?

The 'Life Horoscope Spiritual' Homam Centre has qualified and experienced priests who are well-versed in performing such poojas. They can perform the Hayagriva Pooja following the Vidhi by chanting relevant mantras to propitiate Lord Hayagriva for his abundant grace and blessings. This Homa centre is the perfect power hub, performing the Hayagriva puja effectively.

What is the cost of Hayagriva Pooja?

The Hayagriva Pooja cost varies based on the Pooja procedure, materials (samagri) used, the number of priests performing it and the time duration. At the 'Life Horoscope Spiritual' Homam Centre, the Hayagriva Puja is performed at a reasonable cost.

What are the benefits of Hayagriva Puja?

• The Hayagriva Pooja can increase intellectual abilities and improve learning skills, which are essential for students and scholars.
• The grace and divine blessings of Lord Hayagriva can help shatter obstacles and darkness in life.
• The Hayagriva Puja can help obtain spiritual growth and enlightenment by removing negative energies.
• Performing the Hayagriva Pooja frequently can help improve memory retention abilities.
• Performing the Hayagriva Puja can bring peace and calmness, promote mental comfort and reduce stress.

What are the Mantra(s) chanted in the Hayagriva Puja?

The priests chant the Hayagriva mantras step-by-step during the Hayagriva Puja.

The Hayagriva Dhyana Mantra is chanted at the beginning of the Hayagriva Pooja to invoke the deity.

 Hayagriva Dhyana Mantra (Meditation Mantra)

||Jñānānandamayaṁ devaṁ
nirmala-sphaṭikākṛtim |
ādhāraṁ sarva-vidyānāṁ
Hayagrīvaṁ upāsmahe ||

Meaning of the Hayagriva Dhyana Mantra 

“I meditate upon Lord Hayagriva, the embodiment of knowledge and bliss, pure like crystal, and the foundation of all learning.”

Hayagriva Moola Mantra

Hayagriva Moola Mantra is chanted for meditation and worship of the deity.

|| Oṁ śrīṁ hrīṁ Hayagrīvāya namaḥ ||

Meaning of the Hayagriva Moola Mantra

“I bow in reverence to Lord Hayagriva, invoking divine wisdom, purity, auspiciousness, and inner illumination.”

 Hayagriva Gayatri Mantra

The Hayagriva Gayatri Mantra is chanted for clarity and wisdom.

||Oṁ Hayagrīvāya vidmahe

vāgīśvarāya dhīmahi |

tanno Hayagrīvaḥ pracodayāt ||

Meaning of the Hayagriva Gayatri Mantra

“We contemplate and meditate upon Lord Hayagriva, the Lord of speech and wisdom. May that Lord Hayagriva inspire and illuminate our intellect.”

The Hayagriva Pooja helps us know the importance of knowledge and wisdom. By worshipping Lord Hayagriva and performing the Pooja, students and scholars receive good memory, clarity, and success in studies along with his blessings. Pray to the Lord and perform the Hayagriva Puja often to earn his abundant blessings.