Srimad Bhagavatam — Ashtama Skandha, Shloka 7
Brahmā Worships Vāmana; the Demons Attack; Bali is Bound and Questioned About the Third Step
तोयै: समर्हणै: स्रग्भिर्दिव्यगन्धानुलेपनै: । धूपैर्दीपै: सुरभिभिर्लाजाक्षतफलाङ्कुरै: ॥ ६ ॥ स्तवनैर्जयशब्दैश्च तद्वीर्यमहिमाङ्कितै: । नृत्यवादित्रगीतैश्च शङ्खदुन्दुभिनि:स्वनै: ॥ ७ ॥
toyaiḥ samarhaṇaiḥ sragbhir divya-gandhānulepanaiḥ dhūpair dīpaiḥ surabhibhir lājākṣata-phalāṅkuraiḥ
They worshiped the Lord by offering fragrant flowers, water, pādya and arghya, sandalwood pulp and aguru pulp, incense, lamps, fused rice, unbroken grains, fruits, roots and sprouts. While so doing, they offered prayers indicating the glorious activities of the Lord and shouted “Jaya! Jaya!” They also danced, played instruments, sang, sounded conchshells and beat kettledrums, in this way worshiping the Lord.
FAQs
This verse lists classical pūjā elements—water, respectful paraphernalia, garlands, fragrant unguents, incense, lamps, grains, unbroken rice, fruits, and sprouts—along with praise and celebratory music, showing that devotion is expressed through both offerings and glorification.
Because the worshipers are celebrating the Lord’s vīrya (valor) and mahimā (greatness); the verse presents kīrtana-like glorification—hymns, ‘jaya’ shouts, singing, instruments, conches, and drums—as integral to honoring Him.
Offer whatever is pure and available with reverence (water, light, fragrance, food), and add heartfelt glorification—chanting, singing, or spoken praise—making worship both simple and joyful.