Pandit Ji for Mundan Sanskar – Age, Vidhi & Benefits
A complete guide to the Mundan Sanskar (first haircut). Learn about the right age, the proper vidhi (procedure), and the scientific and spiritual benefits.
Mundan Sanskar, also known as Chudakarana, is the traditional Hindu ceremony of shaving a child's head for the first time. It is one of the 16 major Sanskars and holds deep spiritual and scientific significance. It symbolizes freedom from past life negativities and a prayer for a long, healthy, and prosperous future.
The Mundan ceremony is usually performed when the child is between the ages of one and three years. It is always done in an odd month of the child’s age and on an auspicious day and time (muhurat) determined by a pandit.
The ceremony, guided by a Pandit Ji, typically includes:
- Ganesh Puja & Havan: The ceremony begins with worshipping Lord Ganesha and performing a sacred havan to purify the atmosphere.
- The Shaving: The pandit chants specific mantras while the barber shaves a small part of the child's hair. The rest is then shaved completely.
- Offering the Hair: The shaved hair is traditionally offered to a holy river like the Ganga or disposed of in a sacred place.
- Blessings: The child is bathed, dressed in new clothes, and blessed by the pandit and elders.
- Spiritual: It is believed to cleanse the child of any negativities from their past life.
- Scientific: Shaving the head is thought to improve blood circulation in the scalp, leading to better and healthier hair growth. It also helps to keep the baby's head cool.
Mundan Sanskar is an important rite of passage that blesses the child with good health and a bright future. Performing this ceremony with a knowledgeable pandit ensures it is done correctly and with the right spiritual intent. Contact us to book a pandit for your child's Mundan ceremony.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mundan necessary for both boys and girls?
Yes, traditionally, the Mundan ceremony is performed for both boys and girls.
Can we perform the Mundan at home?
Yes, the Mundan ceremony can be performed at home under the guidance of a pandit. Many families also choose to perform it at a temple or a holy place.
What is done with the shaved hair?
The shaved hair is considered impure and is usually offered to a holy river or disposed of in a way that it cannot be used for negative purposes. The pandit will guide you on the proper way to dispose of it.