Panchamruta

Panchamruta

Panchamruta (Panch= five, Amruta=ambrosia) is used in Puja. It is made by mixing five saatvic, or wholesome and healthy ingredients: milk, honey, ghee, yogurt, and sugar.

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Amrita
Amrit
Soma


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