Pandit Shri Dharmeshbhai Pandya, Hindu priest and Vedic astrologer in Peterborough
Weddings, pujas, baby ceremonies, funeral rites and Vedic astrology for families across the UK. Mantras in Sanskrit, and every step explained in clear English.
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Hindu tradition marks sixteen moments in a life with a ceremony called a sanskar. Tap one to go to it, or scroll and follow the thread.
1Prayer for a childGarbhadhana गर्भाधान
Before birth
Prayers for a healthy mother and a happy, healthy child.
Garbhadhana गर्भाधान
A prayer before a baby is conceived, asking for a healthy and happy child.
Pumsavana पुंसवन
A blessing in early pregnancy for the health of the mother and the baby.
Simantonnayana सीमन्तोन्नयन
A baby shower blessing in the later months, for the mother's calm and safety.
Pandit Ji can lead
The first year
The newborn’s welcome, the name, the first outing and the first taste of food.
Jatakarma जातकर्म
Welcoming the newborn. A touch of honey and a blessing whispered to the baby.
Namakarana नामकरण
The naming ceremony. The baby's name is chosen, often from the birth star, and blessed.
Nishkramana निष्क्रमण
The baby's first trip outside the home, to see the sun and the open sky.
Annaprashana अन्नप्राशन
The baby's first taste of solid food, usually sweet rice, with a prayer.
Pandit Ji can lead
Early childhood
The first haircut, the ear piercing and the first letters.
Chudakarana (Mundan) चूडाकरण
The first haircut, done with a prayer for a bright mind and good health.
Karnavedha कर्णवेध
Ear piercing for a child, done on an auspicious day with a prayer.
Vidyarambha विद्यारम्भ
A child's first lessons. The first letters are written with a prayer to Saraswati and Ganesh.
Pandit Ji can lead
Childhood to youth
The sacred thread, the start of study and the step into adult life.
Upanayana (Janoi) उपनयन
The sacred thread ceremony. The child learns the Gayatri Mantra and begins study.
Vedarambha वेदारम्भ
The start of formal study of the Vedas, with the teacher's blessing.
Keshanta केशान्त
A coming of age ceremony, traditionally with the first shave around the age of sixteen.
Samavartana समावर्तन
The end of student life. A graduation ceremony before stepping into family and work.
Pandit Ji can lead
Marriage
The wedding before the sacred fire, with every step explained in English for both families and your guests.
Vivaha (Hindu wedding) विवाह
Two people marry before the sacred fire and walk the seven steps together, the Saptapadi.
Pandit Ji can lead
Farewell
When a family loses someone, Pandit Ji leads the last rites calmly and explains each step, so you can simply be together.
Antyeshti अन्त्येष्टि
The last rites. A calm farewell for the departed, with prayers for peace and comfort for the family.
Pandit Ji can lead
Home pujas, festivals, astrology, chanting and calm guidance. Open a group to see every service with its meaning. Tap any service to ask about it on WhatsApp.
WeddingsFrom the engagement to the welcome home6Home pujas and havanAt your home, shop or office, with puja items (samagri)19
Baby and child ceremoniesSanskars from the baby shower to the sacred thread8
Festival pujasFor the festivals your family keeps8
Vedic astrology (Jyotish)Birth chart readings, always with a written report22
Jaap (mantra chanting)Chanting done for you, at your home, or taught to you20
Path (scripture reading)Sacred texts read aloud for your family6
Meditation and wellnessCalm, guided sessions and gentle advice14
BereavementThe last rites and the prayers after6
Online and follow-upBy phone or video, from anywhere9
Large eventsBigger occasions, planned together4
I am a Hindu priest and Vedic astrologer based in Peterborough. I have led many weddings in the UK and India, and I travel to families across the UK.
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