Naga Ashlesha Bali Poojah in Sri Rangapatna

Naga Ashlesha Bali Poojah is a significant Hindu ritual performed in Brahmin culture to seek the blessings of the Nagas or serpents, who are considered to be divine beings in Hindu mythology. The ritual is performed on the day of Ashlesha Nakshatra, which is considered an auspicious day for performing the Naga worship. The Naga Ashlesha Bali Poojah ritual is performed to appease the Nagas, who are believed to have the power to cause illness, misfortune, and other troubles if they are not pleased. The ritual involves offerings of milk, flowers, fruits, and other items to the Nagas, along with the recitation of mantras and hymns. The ritual is typically performed in a place where there is a snake pit or an ant hill, which is believed to be the abode of the Nagas. The Brahmin priest performs the ritual, and it is attended by the members of the family, who observe a strict fast and perform the rituals with devotion and sincerity. The Naga Ashlesha Bali Poojah ritual is believed to bring good fortune, prosperity, and protection from the malefic effects of the Nagas. It is also believed to help in curing illnesses and other troubles caused by the Nagas. In Brahmin culture, the Nagas are revered as powerful divine beings, and the Naga worship is considered an essential part of Hindu traditions.