Sathabhishekam, for Lord Ganesha, Chandra Dev and the family deity (Sahasra Chandra Darshan, Sathabishekam)
- 3 to 4 hours
- At home
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About this puja
- The ceremony celebrating a person’s 80th birthday, traditionally when they have seen a thousand full moons, with a homam, abhishekam and blessings from the family.
- Experienced Pandit(s) for the full ceremony
- Sankalp with the couple’s names and gotra
- Guidance on the auspicious date based on the birth nakshatra
- Vidhi as per the family’s tradition
Also known as: Sahasra Chandra Darshan, Sathabishekam, Shatabhishekam, 80th Birthday Puja
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Puja details
- Deity
- Lord Ganesha, Chandra Dev and the family deity
- Category
- Marriage & Sanskars
- Duration
- 3 to 4 hours
- Mode
- At home
- Starting dakshina
- On WhatsApp
- Also known as
- Sahasra Chandra Darshan, Sathabishekam, Shatabhishekam
What is Sathabhishekam?
Sathabhishekam is the celebration of a person’s eightieth year, traditionally reckoned as the time when they have seen a thousand full moons. It is also known as Sahasra Chandra Darshan and is especially cherished in South Indian families.
The ceremony follows a pattern similar to Shashtipurti, with Ganesh Puja, Kalash Puja, a homam and kalasha abhishekam for the couple, along with a renewal of vows where both spouses are present. Children and grandchildren gather to seek the elders’ blessings.
Our Pandits conduct Sathabhishekam in Hyderabad, Bangalore and Varanasi at homes, halls and temples, keeping the pace gentle and comfortable for the elders being honoured.
Significance
Reaching eighty years is regarded as a rare blessing. The ceremony is a family’s way of giving thanks for a long life and honouring the wisdom and care the elders have given.
Seeing a thousand full moons is a poetic way of describing a life that has witnessed many seasons, and the prayers traditionally ask for peace and comfort in the years that follow.
माङ्गल्यं तन्तुनानेन मम जीवनहेतुना।
कण्ठे बध्नामि सुभगे त्वं जीव शरदां शतम्॥
Who and when to perform
Who performs it
- Anyone in their eightieth year, with their spouse where possible
- Children and grandchildren who wish to honour their elders
- South Indian families observing the tradition
- Families who celebrated Shashtipurti and wish to continue the custom
When to perform
- Around the 81st year, on or near the birth nakshatra in the birth month
- On an auspicious date and time suggested by the Pandit
- Commonly in the morning, followed by a family meal
- At home, in a hall or at a temple, as the family prefers
Traditionally associated with
- Traditionally performed to give thanks for a long and full life
- Is believed to invite blessings for peace and comfort in later years
- Families perform it to honour and seek the blessings of their elders
- Brings several generations of the family together
- Keeps a cherished tradition alive for the grandchildren
These are traditional beliefs associated with the ritual. Pujas are acts of devotion and are not a substitute for medical, financial or professional advice.
How Sathabhishekam is performed
- 1Ganesh Puja and SankalpThe ceremony begins with Lord Ganesha’s worship and a sankalp with the couple’s names, gotra and birth details.
- 2Kalash and Chandra PujaKalashas are established and prayers are offered to Chandra Dev, the Navagrahas and the family deity.
- 3HomamA homam is performed with prayers for health and peace, as per the family’s tradition.
- 4Kalasha AbhishekamThe elders are bathed with the energised kalasha water, as per custom.
- 5Blessings and AartiChildren and grandchildren seek the elders’ blessings, and the Pandit concludes with aarti.
The exact vidhi varies by region and family tradition; your Pandit will follow your customs.
Samagri (puja materials)
- Havan kund, dry wood and ghee
- Havan samagri
- Kalashas, mango leaves and coconuts
- Roli, haldi, chandan and kumkum
- Akshat (unbroken rice)
- White flowers and garlands
- New clothes for the couple
- Paan leaves, supari and fruits
- Diya, camphor and incense
- Sweets for prasad
We share a samagri list suited to your vidhi before the day. Samagri is not included in the dakshina; it is at an additional cost, agreed after discussion with Pandit ji.
What is included
Usually included
- Experienced Pandit(s) for the full ceremony
- Sankalp with the couple’s names and gotra
- Guidance on the auspicious date based on the birth nakshatra
- Vidhi as per the family’s tradition
- Samagri list shared in advance (samagri at additional cost, agreed with Pandit ji)
Not included
- Samagri (additional cost, agreed with Pandit ji)
- Venue, decoration and catering
- Clothes, jewellery and gifts
- Travel for Pandits outside the city
At home or online
In person, at your home
A Pandit performs the ritual at your home, office or venue in Varanasi, Prayagraj, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Mumbai, Pune. We help with muhurat and preparation; samagri is extra, at a cost agreed with Pandit ji.
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The same ritual goes by different names in different traditions. Whichever name your family uses, we can help.
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What does Sahasra Chandra Darshan mean?
It means having seen a thousand full moons, which works out to roughly the eightieth year of life. It is another name for Sathabhishekam.
Can the ceremony be kept short for elderly parents?
Yes. The Pandit can plan a shorter vidhi with rest breaks, so the elders being honoured are comfortable throughout.
Where can Sathabhishekam be held?
At home, in a function hall or at a temple. The Pandit adapts the arrangements to the space you choose.
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