FINE TUNING AGNIHOTRA PRACTICE

The following points are answers to the most frequently asked questions of people who are starting with the practice of Agnihotra. It is necessary to practice Agnihotra correctly to receive its wonderful benefits.
* * The size, shape and measure of the copper pyramid are specific to Homa Therapy.
DO NOT use larger or smaller pyramids, pyramids with handles, etc.
* The Agnihotra Mantra must be chanted at the exact moment indicated in the schedule. Light the Fire a few minutes before in order to have a good flame.
* Agnihotra Mantra - Immediately after chanting the word Suaha, add the first portion of rice into the Fire and after chanting the second Suaha, add the second portion of rice into the Fire.
* The amount of rice (whole grains of brown rice smeared with a drop of ghee) is whatever you can take twice with these three fingers: thumb, middle and ring finger (deer mudra).
* Only one person offers rice to one Agnihotra pyramid; other people may be present.
* The offering is given only with the right hand.
* If possible, use your right hand to handle, touch and move the pyramid.

* After chanting the Agnihotra Mantra, Do Not:
- move the pyramid, or add anything to the fire,
-re-ignite if it goes out accidently,
-or interfere or disturb the pyramid or fire.
This would disturb the healing process. The Fire extinguishes on its own.

* Agnihotra ash can be stored in a covered glass or ceramic container.
It is not recommended to store it in plastic or metal containers, except copper.
The lid can be made of metal or plastic, since it does not come into contact with the ash.
* Handle Agnihotra ash with clean utensils, not with hands.
The ash is completely sterilized after going through the high temperatures produced during Agnihotra.
* Clean the copper accessories with paper or a cloth after use.
Do not wash the pyramid and do not scratch it inside when cleaning it.
*The shape of the pyramid needs to remain intact.
* Ideal is to use wooden matches to light Homa fires. When lighting the fire, prevent the match from falling into the fire.
Do not use gas lighters. If you have to use a candle, be careful that the wax does not fall into the pyramid or on the pieces of manure that you are lighting.
Have the candle extinguished before chanting the Agnihotra Mantras.
* Ideal is to keep the electric light off during this healing process.
* The ghee is made from unsalted butter of cow's milk. If done correctly, it does not need to be refrigerated. The ghee can be stored in covered glass jars or ceramic.
*Only manure from the cow family is suitable for Agnihotra. And only from cows that are not receiving balanced feed, containing derivatives of animal origin (examples: fish powder, ground bones, etc.)
* People who perform Agnihotra or any other Homa must remove their shoes and DO NOT put their feet on top of the shoes. Also, people participating take off their shoes during this process in order to receive the healing energies.
* The Homa pyramid can be placed at or above the sacrum. Do not place it below the sacrum.
* Only dry cow dung cookies, whole grains of brown rice and pure cows’ ghee can be used for Agnihotra. NO OTHER KIND OF SUBSTANCES MAY BE USED OR ADDED.
* The exact time table is essential for the practice of Agnihotra. The time table for any location is available for PCs and cell phones for free.
For iPhones or android cell phones enter App Store or Playstore and search for the “Agnihotra Buddy” program and install it. For further information please see: www.terapiahoma.com and www.homa1.com in the "Time table" section.
* It is advisable to stop speaking one minute before the moment of chanting the Mantra.
* It is necessary to adjust your watch or your cell phone with the exact atomic time.
* It is correct to sit facing east during Agnihotra, or facing east at sunrise and west at sunset, or in any direction in a group circle.
* If possible, it is ideal to leave the pyramid untouched (and uncovered) until the next Agnihotra.
* Better if no metals are placed near the Agnihotra Fire, except copper.
* Do not use the pyramid to store inside accessories such as a spoon, plate, etc..
* The same pyramid can be used for other Homa Fires, however the ashes should not be mixed. Only Agnihotra ash (if done correctly) is suitable for medicinal use. The other ashes serve as compost in agriculture.
* If possible, ideally is to bathe and put on clean clothes before doing Agnihotra.
* For the purpose of healing, only use properly made Agnihotra ash, where the fire burns fast and all ingredients are completely consumed.
* Agnihotra ash or Homa Therapy teachings are not sold or purchased. These are always free.
* If the Agnihotra Fire extinguishes and makes a lot of smoke after chanting the Mantra, it is good to take the pyramid outside into the open air, uncovered. This ash should only be used for plants.
* Women with menstruation during the first four days, cannot practice Homa Therapy or touch any instrument or supplies used in this process for energy reasons.
(See more details on the website: www.homa1.com and other official Homa Therapy websites)
Agnihotra Teaching Videos:
English: http://homatherapyindia.com/agnihotra-demonstration-video
Hindi:  http://homatherapyindia.com/agnihotra-demonstration-video-hindi
Spanish - in two parts:  https://www.terapiahoma.com/video/agnihotra1.wmv
                https://www.terapiahoma.com/video/agnihotra2.wmv )
 
Fivefold Path for Happy Living
(Agnihotra Yajnya is the first step)

1. Yajnya
HOMA Therapy is the science of purification of the atmosphere through the agency of FIRE. AGNIHOTRA HOMA (YAJNYA) is the basic HOMA. It is tuned to the biorhythm of sunrise/sunset and gives nutrients to the plant kingdom, removes diseases in a certain area and removes tension on the mind. This is the basic process in the sciences of medicine, agriculture, climate engineering and interplanetary communication.
2. Daan
Sharing of your assets in a spirit of humility. This corrects imbalance in financial matters and creates non-attachment to worldly possessions.
3. Tapa
Self-discipline of body and mind. This is conducive to a change in attitudes of mind and body. It results in a harmonious state of mind.
4. Karma
“You reap as you sow.” Always practicing good Karma (actions) diminishes the burden of negative Karma and one begins to invest in his own future. This means that what you do today will bring its fruits. Sowing seeds of love and kindness will bless my garden with plenty of love. Do Karma for self purification.
5. Swadhyaaya
Practice Swadhyaya (Self-study) for liberation. Who am I? Why am I here? My work on this planet is to learn to react with total LOVE with each opportunity given to me.

This is the Fivefold Path for happy living on the planet. By practicing the Fivefold Path you become a better member of your society, group, religion, community, etc.
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