Anukramanika Extra Quality: Vivah

The primary purpose of the Vivah Anukramanika is to:

| Serial No. | Ritual Name | Brief Description | |------------|-------------|--------------------| | 1 | | Formal vow by the groom and bride’s father stating the purpose, time, and place. | | 2 | Vivaha Homa | Establishing the sacred fire (Agni) as the witness. | | 3 | Paricharana | Offering of ghee and samidhas (wood sticks) to Agni. | | 4 | Kanyā Dāna | The giving away of the bride – considered the highest form of charity. | | 5 | Panigrahana | Groom holds the bride’s hand – “ Hastam grihasya… ” | | 6 | Vivaha Homa Pradhana | Main offerings to Agni, including Aajya (ghee) and Anna (rice). | | 7 | Laja Homa | Bride’s brother puts parched rice into her hands; she offers it into fire. | | 8 | Agni Pradakshina / Parikrama | Circumambulation around the fire – number varies (3, 4, or 7 rounds). | | 9 | Shilarohanam | Bride steps onto a stone – symbolizing steadfastness. | | 10 | Saptapadi | The seven steps together – the most legally and spiritually binding act. | | 11 | Sindoora Daanam | Groom applies vermilion to the bride’s hair parting. | | 12 | Mangalsutra Dharana | Tying the sacred necklace. | vivah anukramanika