Sanskrit Lexicon
पूजा
Puja
pūjā
The precise linguistic root, etymology, and scriptural context of Puja.
Pronunciation
poo-jah
AEO Summary
Puja is the loving ritual worship and offering of reverence to a deity, guru, or divine concept.
Primary Meanings
- Worship
- Ritual offering
- Adoration and honor
Tradition Context
Agamas & Bhakti Traditions
The loving offering of light, flowers, food, and water to a deity. It is the outer expression of inner devotion.
Scriptural Usage
Bhakti Framework
"षोडशोपचार पूजा"
— Sixteen-fold worship.
Significance: The traditional sequence of offering 16 types of services to a deity, mirroring how one would treat a royal guest.
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