सत्यनारायण कथा

Satyanarayan Katha

Special

1.5–2 hours Purnima, housewarming, marriage anniversaries, fulfilment of vows.

A vrat dedicated to Lord Vishnu in his Satyanarayan form. Listening to the five-chapter katha is considered essential for the puja's fruit.

Step-by-step Vidhi

1
Kalash Sthapana
Place a kalash filled with water, mango leaves and coconut on a bed of rice; invoke all tirthas.
2
Ganesh & Navagraha
Worship Ganesha first, then the nine planets for an obstacle-free vrat.
3
Satyanarayan Avahana
Invoke Lord Vishnu into the murti and perform shodashopachara puja.
4
Katha Shravan
Listen to all five adhyayas of the Satyanarayan katha attentively.
5
Aarti & Prasad
Perform aarti and distribute the sapatha prasad to all who attended.

Vishnu Mantra

ॐ नमो भगवते वासुदेवाय

Om Namo Bhagavate Vāsudevāya

Maharashtra

Performed on Purnima evenings; sapatha is sheera with banana and milk.

Bihar / UP

Performed on Purnima or Sankashti, often after sunset, followed by community katha.

Bengal / Odisha

Known as Satya Pir / Satya Narayan; chappan bhog or panchamrit prasad is offered.

Watch a recorded vidhi for additional reference.

Practices vary by region, sampradaya and family tradition. Consult a qualified priest for your family's vidhi.