How to do Prana Pratistha of Gemstones?

How to do Prana Pratishtha of Gemstones?

The original gemstones have the power to transform your life. But even if you are wearing it in the right finger as suggested by your astrologer, you might be missing something important. Gemstones have energies that radiate around the wearer. They absorb positive energy from the surroundings and transmit them to the individual. Thus, it is important to evoke their energy making them transmit the benefits for which they are known. In Vedic astrology, this process is known as Prana Pratishtha, or energizing of gemstones.

What is Prana Pratishtha of gemstones and why should we do it?

"Prana" means "life, force, spirit and breath" and "pratishtha" refers to “placement”. It means to put life in sacred objects like the yantra, idol, rudraksh, or gemstone. Prana pratishtha is the science of consecration according to which even a stone can possess divine powers. It is done by qualified priests and is a stronger form of Vedic Pooja. These expert priests chant well versed mantras to purify the objects and remove negative energy. The significance behind the Prana Pratishta procedure is to invite the deity and its power to reside inside the gem. Thus, if done properly, it induces powerful energy into an inanimate object. 

If you want to know more about your ideal gemstone as per Vedic astrology click here: How Are Gemstones and Astrology Related?

Where is the best place to wear gemstones?

All the navratnas are believed to possess powerful energy and they affect individuals instantly. Blue sapphire for instance is known for giving instant results. But this is only possible if its powers are evoked. Each gemstone is associated with a planet and harnesses the energy from the same. When energized, the negative energy is expelled and the cosmic energy of the connected planet is transformed into the individual. 

Hence, energization is important and should be done under proper guidance. A priest can help you pick out the date and the ingredients the pran pratishtha puja will require. Ideally, it should be done in a temple or a sacred place where the energy in itself is strong. 

But if going to the place is a problem, you can even carry it out at your home. Either ask the priest to visit you, or you can also do it by yourself. 

How to perform Prana Pratishtha of Gemstones at Home?

You can easily carry the Prana Pratishtha Puja Vidhi at home by following the below-given steps:

• Ask your astrologer for the suggested day and time to perform the pooja accordingly. 
• Take a shower before sitting for the pooja. Lighten up your temple and incense sticks and sit facing the east.
• Put the gemstone ring or pendant in a bowl made of copper or silver.
• Add 1-2 spoons of each, honey, ghee, tulsi leaves, raw cow’s milk, and ganga jal to the bowl.
• Keep it for at least five minutes. This process helps in eliminating negative energies.
• Pour the ganga jal again into the bowl washing the gemstone completely.
• Keep a rudraksh mala in your left hand and chant the mantras 108 times. 
• Apply kumkum and rice to the ornament. Offer flowers too. 
• Take it out and wear it with all your faith and trust in its working.

What is the Prana Pratishtha Mantra for each gemstone?

The value of each mantra is different for every gemstone. Hence, you must use the right mantra during the Prana Pratishtha of Gemstones. 

Prana Pratishtha Mantra in English for gemstones are as follows:

• Blue Sapphire Stone: “Om Sham Shanicharaya Namah” 
• Emerald Stone:  “Om Bum Budhay Namah”
• Yellow Sapphire: “Om Streem Brahm Brihaspataye Namah”
• Ruby Stone: Aum Hraam Hreem Hroum Sha Suryaye Namha
• Pearl: Om Cham Chandraye Namah
• Cats Eye Stone: OM KAIM KETAVE NAMAH 
• Hessonite: Om Raam Rahve Namah
• Red Coral: Om Ang Angarkay Namah
• Opal:   Om Dram Dreem Droum Sah Shukraya Namah
• Diamond: Om Sha Shukraye Namah

If you want to know more about which planet rules your gemstone read: Gemstone's Relation with Planets

Do’s and Dont’s During Prana Pratishtha Procedure of Gemstones 

Prana pratishtha or the energization process of the gemstones should be performed in a defined process. One should remember all the aspects that should or should not be done during the entire procedure. Correctly performing the gemstone energization process or Prana Pratishta of Gemstones following all the rules helps in gaining effective results. 

Do’s while performing the ritual 

• Always wear the gemstone after consulting an astrologer. Every gemstone has its own essence and should be worn under proper guidance. An astrologer makes sure your birth chart is aligned with the energies of a specific gemstone and thereafter suggests you wear it.
• Each stone has a fixed day and nakshatra on which it needs to be worn. Make sure you wear them as per their stated dates.         

           Blue Sapphire Stone (Neelam): Saturday

           Emerald Stone (Panna):  Wednesday

           Yellow Sapphire (Pukhraj stone): Thursday 

           Ruby Stone (Manik Stone): Sunday 

           Pearl (Moti): Monday

           Cats Eye Stone (Lehsuniya Stone): Saturday or Tuesday 

           Hessonite (Gomed): Wednesday or Saturday

           Red Coral (Laal Moonga):Tuesday

           Opal (Dudhiya Pathar): Friday   

           Diamond (Heera): Friday

• Keep your mind fresh and free from negative thoughts during the entire Prana Pratishtha Puja Vidhi. This helps in gaining a positive mindset that indeed affects the working of the gemstone as well. Since it is a sacred ritual, one should make sure the entire process is only done after taking a bath. Make sure the entire place is clean. 
• Make sure you have all the required materials placed beside you. For instance, ganga jal, flowers, incense sticks, raw milk, should be placed beforehand. Since it is a sacred puja, you should concentrate completely, and having everything around will help you from getting disturbed. 
• It is important to have belief and faith. There is no point in wearing an original gemstone and no one should have which makes them get the desired results. 

Donts while performing the Prana Pratishtha of Gemstones 

• It is not preferred to wear a used gemstone as it carries the negative energy of the first wearer. 
• So, it is advised to wear a gemstone that is natural in origin. Synthetic, lab-created, or fake gemstones are not suggested as they don't carry the real energy.  

Read more about certified gems and its use: What are Certified Gemstones?

• Do not eat non-vegetarian food or consume alcohol the entire day. As this is an auspicious ritual one should avoid using these during the entire process. 
• Notice the changes after wearing the gemstone till six months. Patience is the key. Look for positive results. In case, you are getting negative results, remove the gemstone immediately. 
• Do not wear just for the sake of wearing. If you want the gemstones to work effectively have faith in them. 
• Whatever gemstone you are wearing either in a ring or pendant, it should touch the skin directly. Instead of focusing on just making it look beautiful, pick the correct size and only energize once you’ve picked the right stone. 

Read More Here: How Gemstones Should Touch the Skin

Do not take off your gemstone ornament again and again as it slows down its energy. In case you have taken out the accessory for any reason, you can wear it again by performing the Prana Pratishta Ritual again.