Satya Narayana is the Narayan form of Lord Vishnu. The Lord in this form is considered an embodiment of truth. Satyanarayana is worshipped commonly by Hindus in their homes with family and friends, usually on a full moon (purnima) day of the month. In this puja called Satyanarayana Pooja, people worship by reciting the gracious story of Lord Satyanarayana. This story was originally told by Lord Vishnu himself to the sage Narada for the benefit of humankind.

This puja is conducted to ensure abundance in ones life. Many people carry out this puja immediately after or along with an auspicious occasion like a marriage or moving into a new house or any other success in life. The satyanarayan puja can be performed on any day. It is not a puja confined to any festivities. But Poornima (full moon day) or Sankranti are considered to be most auspicious day for this puja. Performing this puja in the evening is considered more appropriate. On the day of the puja, the devotee has to fast.

At the ashram, Satyanarayana Puja is conducted every month by Dr. Sankaran. Anyone can sponsor a Satyanarayana Puja at the ashram for $51 or at their homes based on the priest availability for $108. Please contact Sundari Krishnamurthy (smurthy48187@yahoo.com or 734-455-6469) if you want to sponsor a Satyanarayana Puja.