Sashtiapthapoorthi is the marriage ceremony performed for the couple where the husband has completed 60 years of age and the 61st year has just started. Generally, the couple’s children or in-laws, younger siblings, or relatives can organize this 60th birthday pooja.
When the male enters 61st year after successful completion of 60 years, Sashtiapthapoorthi(60th Birthday Pooja) is arranged by the family members and celebrated by getting together and performing the Homams, Abhisheka, and Mangalyadharana for the couple to get the blessings of the Lord. This age is of great importance since, by this age, one has fulfilled his commitment towards home, family, society hence he can turn his mind towards Spiritual progress.
Sashtiapthapoorthi is also known as Ayul Shanthi Homam that improves the health and life longevity of the couple. It gives the couple a boost in their spiritual progress as they are on the verge of completing their paternal duties.
The couple’s relations and friends assembled at a Function hall or temple or even at their home and witness the ceremony. It consists of a family deity pooja followed by Nine homams consisting of the Ganapathy, Lakshmi, Amurtha Mrityunjeyar, Ayush, Danvantri, and Kalasabhisheka will take place after which the couple ties the knot once again that is optional and depends on the family tradition.
Our Promise :
- Vedic Patashala certified and experienced priests.
- All rituals follow Vedic Standards and Procedures.
- High-quality Samagri(items) to ensure a pleasant Pooja experience.
- Guaranteed Punctuality and Authenticity.
- Professional Guidance and Support.
Key Points :
- Sashtiapthapoorthi means “Completion of 60”.
- This function is celebrated when the man enters his 61st Birthday.
- Done on the day on which the Janma Nakshatra falls on the Janma month.
- Main deities: Ayur devata, Amrutha Mrithyunjaya, Dhanvanthri Devatha for healthy andSaptha Chiranjeevis.
- It marks the successful married life the husband has shared with his wife.
