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Mantra Pushpanjali: Why are flowers offered to Gods and Goddesses after worship? Know its importance and benefits

Sanjeev Kumar | May 20, 2026 9:22 PM CST

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Mantra Pushpanjali: In Sanatan Dharma, flowers are offered to Gods and Goddesses at the end of puja, havan or any major ritual. This is called Pushpanjali. The tradition of offering flowers and mantras for puja, havan etc. has been going on for centuries. This tradition is still alive today. Although every person who performs puja knows the word Pushpanjali, but many times people do not know the real meaning and importance of this word.

Due to this they are deprived of the full benefits of worship. In such a situation, let us know why there is a tradition of offering flowers after the puja. Also know its importance and benefits.

What is Mantra Pushpanjali?

After the completion of puja, havan or any other major religious ritual, flowers are placed in both the hands and both the hands are folded. Then flowers are offered to the Gods and Goddesses along with recitation of special mantras. This is done to express gratitude towards the Gods and Goddesses. In the scriptures it has been called a floral tribute. Because this is done with special mantras and flowers. Therefore it is also called Mantra Pushpanjali.

Importance and benefits of Mantra Pushpanjali

It is told in the scriptures that mantras and flowers are offered to the Gods and Goddesses to express their devotion. It is believed that offering flowers to Gods and Goddesses along with mantras keeps the mind and thoughts pure. By doing this one gets spiritual peace and satisfaction. It is told in the Puranas that mantra flowers are offered to thank God and for the happiness and peace of the family members. According to beliefs, Gods and Goddesses are pleased by offering mantra flowers and fulfill all the wishes of the devotees.

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Varun Kumar

Varun Kumar has been a part of the journalism world for the last five years. In the year 2021, he completed his studies in Mass Communication from Makhanlal Chaturvedi National University of Journalism and Communication. After this, he started journalism with Prabhasakshi News website and then became a part of ABP News. Now working with the Dharma team of TV9 Digital.