Based in Richmond, Va, USA. Priest Anoopji is a renowned priest specializing in South Indian pooja and homas. He is well-established in traditional Vastu and Astrology readings.
Anoop Punnakel Damodaran is an independent full time Hindu Priest. Born and raised in Kerala, India, he currently lives in Virginia, USA with his family.
Anoopji learned South Indian (Kerala) temple rituals and customs at a very young age from his grandfather. He later studied in a Gurukula system under his guru.
He provides various Poojas, Homas, marriage ceremonies, Pithru Tharpanam, Kalasha Pooja and Kalasha Abhishekam, etc. as well as Astrology and Vaastu consultations. Anoopji has worked as a priest for the past 25 years.
Marriage is the sacred union between two people and expands as a bond between the two families.
Meru, malas, deities, and other altar items available.
All items available upon request.
Astrology, also known as Jyotish, is an ancient Indian system of astrology that uses the positions of planets and stars at the time of your birth to create a detailed horoscope, or Kundli. This horoscope can provide insights into various aspects of your life, including personality, career, relationships, and future events.
If you're interested in getting a detailed consultation
Book Now• Birth Chart (Kundli): A graphical representation of the planetary positions at the time of your birth.
• Rashi (Zodiac Sign): Your moon sign, which is based on the position of the moon at your birth.
• Nakshatra (Lunar Mansion): The specific segment of the zodiac in which the moon is located at your birth.
• Dasha (Planetary Periods): The major periods in your life ruled by different planets, which influence various life events.
• Yogas (Planetary Combinations): Special combinations of planets that can bring specific results, such as wealth or power.
• Muhurtham (or Muhurat) refers to an auspicious time selected for performing significant events and rituals in Hindu culture. This timing is determined based on astrology and is believed to bring success and avoid obstacles for business, marriage, housewarming, naming ceremonies, etc.
Vaastu Shastra is an ancient Indian science of architecture and design that aims to harmonize the built environment with nature. Here are some key aspects of Vaastu Shastra:
Principles: It involves principles of design, layout, measurements, ground preparation, space arrangement, and spatial geometry.
Elements: Vaastu considers five elements—earth, water, fire, air, and space—and their influence on human dwellings.
Benefits: Proper application of Vaastu principles is believed to bring health, wealth, prosperity, and happiness.
Applications: It can be applied to various structures, including homes, offices, gardens, and temples
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Puja is a worship ritual that involves offering prayers, flowers, food, and other items to deities. It can be performed daily or on special occasions. Homa (or Havan) is a fire ritual where offerings are made into a sacred fire. It is considered a powerful way to purify the environment and invoke divine blessings.
Priest Anoopji performs traditional Kerala, South Indian pujas and homas. His powerful chanting of mantras, beautiful sand yantras, and dynamic ceremonies are sought after around the world. Performing at locations ranging from Dubai, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Rishikesh, Karnataka, California, New York, Texas, and Washington DC area.
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