Why devotees choose Thila Homam at Thirupullani
Thirupullani, near Ramanathapuram and Rameswaram, is associated with Lord Rama, who is said to have rested here on darbha grass before building the bridge to Lanka. Families performing pitru karmas in the region choose it for Tila Homam, offering black sesame into the fire for the peace of their ancestors.
When it is performed
It is commonly performed on Amavasya, during Mahalaya Paksha, or on a day chosen by the priest, often as part of a Rameswaram pilgrimage.
What to expect
The priest performs a sankalpam naming the ancestors and conducts the homam with black sesame and ghee, followed by tarpanam, dana and darshan at the temple.
Planning your visit
This service takes place in Thirupullani. The exact venue, the local priest and the schedule are confirmed with you, along with travel, stay and any remote participation.
How booking works
Planning starts with a short enquiry. Our team checks priest availability for your tradition and language, proposes a muhurta, shares a clear list of inclusions and samagri, and confirms the total. Nothing is booked or charged until you agree.
Questions families ask
Can I take part if I cannot travel?
Remote participation, including sankalpa in your family's names, live viewing and prasad delivery, depends on the venue and the ritual. It is confirmed for your specific booking.
What is included in the price?
You receive a written plan that lists the ritual, priest dakshina, materials, donations, travel and stay where relevant, so the final price is clear before you confirm.
A note on faith and expectations
Pooja and homam are practised for devotion, gratitude and inner steadiness. They do not replace qualified professional advice, and no outcome is promised.
Service details
- Service mode
- At temple · remote participation by confirmation
- Location
- Thirupullani
- Service category
- Pitru & Ancestral