What Is Pooja Thali, Types & Its Significance

Puja thali is an integral and prime article of the puja ceremony. Puja thali is a plate that holds various puja articles, namely the ghee lamp, kalash, akshata, bell, two vessels (for keeping either kumkum, turmeric powder, chandan, or abhir and a vessel for water. In Hinduism, before the puja ceremony begins, the puja thali is decorated and kept ready to do aukshan. ‘Aukshan’ is an age-old traditional ritual of waving a lit ghee lamp in clockwise circular motions in front of the deity idol or photograph to honour and welcome the divine celestial frequencies on earth as well as into our house with the help of the lit lamp (fire), and to surrender to those frequencies at the same moment.

Significance of the Puja Thali

Puja thali holds immense significance in every Hindu ritual. Be it birthday parties, inauguration, marriage, puja of any deity, festivals, etc. The puja thali plays a pivotal role in almost all occasions as it houses all the other important and significant articles together. All the articles that are kept in the puja thali like the fire, water, air in the form of aromatic incense sticks, Holy powders etc hold deep significance. When all these positive energies meet at a central place, they amplify and spread throughout the place where the puja is conducted to fill the atmosphere with positive energies and ward off all the negativity. The entire atmosphere becomes divine, and one can sense and feel at peace.

TYPES OF PUJA THALI

In ancient times the puja thalis that were used were made of either gold or copper. The Kings and the royal families used puja plates made of gold whereas; the commoners used puja thalis made of copper. Today, with the changing trends and various demands of different people, a wide range of enthralling options are available in the market. Few puja thalis have minute artwork etched on them while few are beautifully painted and decorated. There are different types of Puja thalis available today some of which are made in pure silver, german silver, copper, meenakari work, and steel. These thalis are available in a plethora of alluring designs, shapes, patterns and artworks.

Pure Silver Thalis

The pure Silver puja thalis come in traditional floral designs etched or embossed on them, while few are plain and without any designs. Also, silver is considered auspicious. Hence, many people use silver puja thali on auspicious occasions.

German Silver Puja Thalis

The German Silver Puja thalis are currently in great demand because of its silver-like shine. The German Silver puja thalis come in various shapes and attractive designs. These thalis have fine intricate designs etched on them. The German silver puja thalis form a great gifting option.

Copper Puja Thalis

The Copper puja thalis are one of the most popular thalis used for puja. Copper metal absorbs up to 30% of the Principle of all Deities and also absorbs the sattvik energy to the extent of 30%. Hence, it is considered auspicious.

Meenakari Puja Thalis

The Meenakari puja thalis are one of the most beautifully decorated puja thalis. Vibrant colours, glass work and patterns used in these plates are spectacular. These thalis add to the aesthetic value of the occasion.