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Ritwiks
Ritwiks are given the opportunity to do both chanting and offer oblations into Rudra
homam (sacred fire). They must comply with the prerequisites such as daily sadhana as
outlined in the registration and below. They must be present physically for the
entire program. No virtual or partial participation. Ritwiks are also expected to be fluent
in chanting Rudram and comfortable in doing each cycle in roughly 13 to 15 min with or
without using a book.
Volunteers
Volunteers perform designated service during the event. Commitment to participate
during the entire event is preferred. All Volunteers from outside of the Sacramento Area
are requested to register for planning purposes and logistics.
Devotees
Devotees shall participate at will. However, following the discipline and etiquette in
concordance with the event is a must. We request registration of devotees from out of
town for planning purposes and logistics.
All the participants will get an opportunity to perform Abhishekam (offering sacred bath) to Swami following the dress etiquette of the Yajna. It is a lifetime blessing to bepart of these events in any capacity. Being a volunteer is also doing Yajna of service in sacrifice. EVERYONE WILL BE UNIQUELY BLESSED!
What are the prerequisites to enroll as a Ritwik?
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Daily Prayers: All Ritwiks must do 121 Day Sadhana from entailing:
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Sri Rudram
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Durga Suktam
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Purusha Suktam
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Sarva Dharma Prayers
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Lifestyle:
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No alcohol
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No Smoking
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A vegetarian diet (no seafood, no meat, no eggs).
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Ceiling on desires: Conserving food, water, energy, and money and using those savings for social service.
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Commitment to full participation in the Yajna, including arrival no earlier than Sunday, 10 August 2024 and departing Sunday, 17 August 2024.
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What is the reason for imposing stringent prerequisites for participating as a Ritwik?
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To be a Ritwik is a divine opportunity that is traditionally bestowed upon the learned in scriptures and engaged in daily austerities. Enrolling as a Ritwik to offer ahuti in the homa kunda is indeed Grace of Bhagawan. Purity of body and mind with explicit commitment and values of discipline, devotion, and dedication is essential to receive this grace in full potency.