When doing pujas or engaging in other auspicious activities, Hindus use coconuts. The significance of the coconut used in puja is immense, and breaking it at the start of a new task is seen to be highly auspicious. In addition, coconut is a common ingredient in many types of auspicious work. The texts state that using a coconut during puja removes a variety of faults.

Of all the fruits, coconuts are said to be the finest. Since ancient times, coconut has been utilised in all of the auspicious rituals practised by Hindus. Let us know why coconut is used in puja rituals.


Why Hindus Use Coconut In Worship? 

In Hinduism, coconuts are regarded as extremely fortunate. It is additionally known as Shree Phal - which means it symbolises auspiciousness. As a result, breaking or giving coconuts is customary at the majority of temples. A coconut is presented to nearly all of the Hindu gods and goddesses, according to religious beliefs. It is believed that breaking a coconut and offering it to God is auspicious before beginning any task. It is believed that one can receive prosperity and other blessings as well as have their sorrows and sufferings subside by offering a coconut to God. 


Religious Significance Of Coconut 

It is believed that the three gods Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh live in the coconut tree, also known as Kalpavriksha. There is a comparison between Lord Shiva's three eyes and the three eyes on the coconut. As a result, coconuts are utilised in worship and are seen to be exceedingly fortunate. In every marriage, whether it is the union of Ram and Sita or Shiva and Parvati, the coconut is worshipped above the Kalash.

Coconut is known as "Shriphal" in Hinduism and is also a symbol to represent the goddess Lakshmi.


Significance Of Breaking Coconut Before Start Of New Work 

It is stated that Lord Ganesha adores coconuts. Therefore, Lord Ganesha is undoubtedly recalled and worshipped before engaging in any auspicious work. It is believed that breaking a coconut before beginning any auspicious task facilitates its seamless and problem-free completion. Goddess Lakshmi is especially fond of one-sided coconuts. Offering it keeps the benefits of Lakshmi, the goddess, on you. It's also stated that doing this will bring prosperity and pleasure into the home.

Additionally, Quince is the name for coconut. Quince is Lord Narayana's favourite fruit. Breaking a coconut signifies sacrificing our ego at the feet of God since the outer surface represents ego and the interior, soft, white surface represents serenity