The ritual bathing of the Shivling with milk, water, honey and other offerings while Pandits chant the Rudri (Sri Rudram), one of the most loved Shiva pujas.
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Varanasi · Kashi · Banaras
Karnavedha Sanskar in Varanasi
Karnavedha, the ear piercing sanskar, is still kept by many families in Varanasi. A Pandit performs a short puja and sankalp, after which the ear piercing is done by the person the family chooses.
The ceremony is usually a small family gathering at home on an auspicious morning.
माङ्गल्यं तन्तुनानेन मम जीवनहेतुना।
कण्ठे बध्नामि सुभगे त्वं जीव शरदां शतम्॥
Māṅgalyaṁ tantunānena mama jīvanahetunā, kaṇṭhe badhnāmi subhage tvaṁ jīva śaradāṁ śatam.
Why Varanasi
Why families choose Varanasi for Karnavedha Sanskar
Kashi households often keep the full series of childhood sanskars, and Pandits here know the Karnavedha vidhi well.
Families visiting Varanasi sometimes combine it with other sanskars such as Mundan on the same trip.
Local traditions & timing
- The Pandit will suggest an auspicious day based on the child's age and nakshatra.
- The piercing itself is done by a goldsmith or a trained person chosen by the family.
- Keep the child comfortable and the ceremony short.
Where it's performed
- Your home in Varanasi
- A guest house where the family is staying
- Together with another sanskar during a family visit
Planning tips
- Share the child's birth details to choose a suitable day.
- Arrange the person who will pierce the ears in advance.
- Keep clean earrings and antiseptic ready.
About Karnavedha Sanskar
The traditional ear piercing sanskar for a child, performed with Ganesh Puja and Vedic prayers on an auspicious day chosen by the Pandit.
Duration
45 minutes to 1.5 hours
Pricing
On enquiry
Online option
In-person only
Karnavedha Sanskar in Varanasi: FAQs
Does the Pandit pierce the ears?
No. The Pandit performs the puja and sankalp. The piercing is done by a goldsmith or a trained person the family chooses.
Can Karnavedha be combined with Mundan?
Yes, some families do both on the same day. The Pandit will plan the order of rites.
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