Sarpa Dosha (snake-related karmic debt), which is thought to cause misfortune in the lives of those affected by it.
- Ritual: A symbolic snake figure is made out of wheat flour and prayers are offered to this figure to seek forgiveness for any unintentional harm done to snakes, either in this life or previous ones
What is Narayan Nagbali?
Narayan Nagbali is a powerful and sacred Hindu ritual performed to resolve ancestral curses, debts, and karmic issues. It is conducted to bring peace to the souls of departed ancestors and to remove obstacles caused by unresolved ancestral karma. The ritual is a combination of two separate pujas: Narayan Bali and Nag Bali.
1. Narayan Bali:
- Purpose: Narayan Bali is performed to pacify the souls of ancestors who have not attained peace or liberation (Moksha) due to unfulfilled desires or unresolved karma. It is believed that performing this ritual can help release the ancestral souls from their suffering and allow them to attain peace.
- Ritual: A symbolic human figure is created, typically out of wheat flour, and it is offered prayers to appease the souls of departed ancestors. The person performing the ritual seeks forgiveness for the family’s karmic debts that have accumulated over generations.
2. Nag Bali:
- Purpose: This ritual is performed to remove the curse caused by harming or disrespecting a snake (Nag), which is considered sacred in Hinduism, especially in the context of certain ancient texts. It is also believed to remedy
Why is it performed together?
The Narayan Nagbali rituals are often performed together as a comprehensive means to eliminate ancestral and karmic curses. They are especially recommended for those experiencing:
- Financial troubles
- Health issues
- Delays in marriage
- Obstacles in progeny
- Pitru dosha (ancestral imbalances)
Location
The most popular place to perform Narayan Nagbali is the Trimbakeshwar Temple in Nashik, which is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas (sacred shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva). Priests trained in these rituals guide devotees through the multi-day ceremonies.