BaelFruit (Bael phal)

It is belived that the Gods, especially Lord Shiva is pleased when Abhishek is offered in temples or any religious places. This in turn brings peace, prosperity and good will to all of us.

Abhishek is a ritual that is performed to please any God or Goddess. Depending upon the deity you wish to please the Abhishek may differ. Abhishek literally means pouring of water or panchamrut (different offerings) on a particular diety. As an alternative, milk, ghee, sugarcane juice, honey or Ganga jal is poured to please a particular God or attain blessings to fulfill your wishes.

Fruits carry a number of symbolic references. Many people believe that in giving up something sweet, like fruits, one is training his or herself in self-control and self-sacrifice—thus cultivating mental strength. Think of this as purposely giving up something sweet or enjoyable in life to attain a greater good, or more specifically, spiritual maturity.