Nandi Puja

Lord Nandi, the revered Vahana (vehicle) of Lord Shiva, holds a place of great significance in Shaivism. Nandi is not just a divine mount but also the gatekeeper of Kailash, the abode of Lord Shiva, standing guard along with Mahakal. It is believed that the Shiva Parivar (divine family of Lord Shiva) is incomplete without Nandi, and worship of Lord Shiva remains incomplete without first revering Nandi.

The Mystical Power of Nandi

In the Puranas, Nandi is described not only as a devoted servant but also as a mighty warrior, the commander of Lord Shiva's army, and the head of the 18 Siddhas (divine sages endowed with mystical powers). As the Guru of Lord Kartikeya, Nandi’s wisdom and strength are unparalleled. In some scriptures, Nandi is depicted with a bull’s face and a human body, capable of assuming any form - animal or human - as needed.

Nandi’s devotion to Lord Shiva is so complete that there is no separation between the two — Nandi is Shiva, and Shiva is Nandi. This is why, at many Shiva temples, devotees whisper their wishes and prayers into Nandi’s ears, believing they will be delivered directly to Lord Shiva's heart.

Nandi: The Symbol and the Self

Nandi represents our very own Self – the soul within us that is destined to evolve into the state of pure witness consciousness (Sakshi Bhava). Nandi teaches us the art of stilling the mind and observing all events of life with calm detachment, just as he patiently sits outside Lord Shiva’s sanctum, witnessing all without reaction or judgment.

To truly connect with Lord Shiva - who symbolizes the Supreme Consciousness - we must first imbibe the divine qualities of Nandi:

• Unshakable faith in the Divine and the spiritual path
• Perseverance to walk through life’s challenges with grace
• Patience to trust divine timing
• Inner strength to overcome obstacles without losing balance
• Devotion that is unwavering and selfless

In this sense, praying to Nandi is a prayer to awaken these divine qualities within us, transforming our ego-driven self into a patient witness, fully surrendered to divine will.

Benefits of Nandi Puja

Performing Nandi Puja invokes the powerful blessings of both Nandi and Lord Shiva, bringing:

• Good health, wealth, strength, and prosperity.
• Success and victory in endeavors.
• Divine grace and protection.
• Spiritual growth and inner transformation.
• Patience, faith, and witness consciousness, essential for spiritual evolution.

Nandi Puja Mantra

|| Om Mahaakaalyam Mahaaveeryam
Shiva Vahanam Outatmama
Ganaanamtwa Pratham Vande
Nandishwaram Mahabalam ||

ॐमहाकाल्यंमहावीर्यं
शिववाहनमौततमम् |
गणानांत्वाप्रथमंवन्दे
नन्दीश्वरंमहाबलम् ||

(Meaning: I bow to Nandishwara, the mighty and foremost among Shiva’s attendants, the vehicle of Mahadeva, embodying great strength and valour.)

Nandi Pooja Service Includes:

Kalash Sthapana, Panchang Sthapana (Gauri Ganesh, Punyavachan, Shodash Matrika, Navgraha, Sarvotabhadra), 64 yogini Pujan, Shetrapal Pujan, Swasti Vachan, Sankalpa, Invocation of major Gods and Goddesses in Kalash, Nandi Abhishek and Puja, Nandi Strotram recitation, Nandi Ashtakam recitation, Nandi Mantra Japa, Homa, Aarti and Pushpaanjali.

A short Video of the Sankalpa and mantra chanting would be sent to you along with the photographs of the Puja ritual. You may connect with the priest during the puja (video or phone call) on WhatsApp or Skype and watch the rituals live. Puja Tokri having prasad, energized Rudraksha, silver tabeez and yantra would be sent along. Rudra Centre priests will perform Nandi Puja as per Vedic rituals based on birth details. Please mention your birth details (name, date, place, time), & Sankalp (your wish) at checkout. This is an individual Puja (you may do puja on individual name or include your near and dear ones in the puja).