Dhatri Homa
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Dhatri Homa is a Hindu ritual that involves worshipping Lord Damodara (Sri Krishna) under an Aamla tree. The word "Dhatri" means "the nourisher" and is associated with the Aamla, or Amalaki, a gooseberry plant that is considered a rejuvenator in Ayurveda.
Here are some other details about Dhatri Homa:
It is performed on the day of Karthika Masa, Shukla Paksha, Trayodashi on the Hindu calendar.
The ritual is accompanied by Vanabhojana, a meal served in an open space near the Aamla tree. Amla is used in many of the dishes prepared for Vanabhojana
*Mentions of Dhatri Homa and Vanabhojana can be found in the Padma Purana, Ramayana, and Skanda Purana.