Haviryaga
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The Haviryaga (ISO: Haviryāga) or Haviryagna (Sanskrit: हविर्यज्ञ, romanized: Haviryajña) is a Hindu ritual.[1] It is a type of Yajna associated with the Vedic sacrifices of uncooked offering, and regarded to achieve various spiritual and material benefits.[2][3]
The term "Haviryaga" means "a sacrifice in which havis, i.e. uncooked food is used" . Unlike other types of sacrifices, such as Somayajna, which involve the offering of soma juice, a Haviryaga utilizes food materials such as rice, barley, ghee, and milk. The main purpose of such sacrifices is to invoke blessings and ensure material prosperity and happiness in life.[4]