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చంద్రఘంటా Chandraghanta

_(05.10.24) ఇంద్రకీలాద్రిపై 3.వరోజు అమ్మవారి అలంకారము శ్రీ అన్నపూర్ణా దేవి 🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳

నేడు విజయవాడ దుర్గమ్మ అన్నపూర్ణ దేవి అలంకరణలో దర్శనం ఇస్తారు.

అన్నం పరబ్రహ్మ స్వరూపం. సకల ప్రాణకోటికి జీవనాధారం అన్నం. అన్నపూర్ణ రూపంలో అమ్మ రసపాత్రను ధరించి దర్శనమిస్తుంది. ఆదిభిక్షువైన మహాశివునికి భిక్షపెట్టిన తల్లి అన్నపూర్ణ. ప్రపంచ సృష్టి పోషకురాలు అమ్మ అనే అంతరార్ధం ఈ అవతారికలో కనిపిస్తుంది. అమ్మ ధరించిన రసపాత్ర అక్షయశుభాలను అందిస్తుంది.

అన్నపూర్ణను ధ్యానిస్తే మేధాశక్తి వృద్ధి చెందుతుంది. మధుర భాషణం, సమయస్పూర్తి, వాక్శుద్ది, వాక్సిద్ధి, భక్తిశ్రద్ధలు, ఐశ్వర్యం కలుగుతాయి. #భక్తుని సకలసంపూర్ణునిగా అనుగ్రహిస్తుంది ఈ తల్లి. బుద్ధి ఙ్ఞానాలను ఈ తల్లి వరంగా ఇస్తుంది. పరిపూర్ణభక్తితో తనను కొలిచైన భక్తుల పోషణభారం ఈమె వహిస్తుందని అర్షవాక్యం.

అమ్మవారిని తెల్లని పుష్పాలతో పూజ చెయ్యాలి. " హీం శ్రీం, క్లీం ఓం నమోభగత్యన్నపూర్ణేశి మమాభిలాషిత మహిదేవ్యన్నం స్వాహా" అనే మంత్రాన్ని జపించాలి. అన్నపూర్ణ అష్టోత్తరం, స్తోత్రాలు పారాయణ చెయ్యాలి.

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చంద్రఘంటా దుర్గా , దుర్గాదేవి తొమ్మిది అవతారాల్లో మూడవ అవతారం. భక్తులు ఈ అమ్మ వారిని చంద్రఖండ , చండికా , రణచండీ అని కూడా పిలుస్తారు. చంద్రఘంటా అంటే అర్ధచంద్రా కారంతో , గంట కలగి ఉన్నది అని అర్ధం. నవరాత్రులలో పూజించే నవదుర్గల్లో మూడో అవతారమైన చంద్రఘంటా దేవి ధైర్యానికీ , శక్తికీ , తేజస్సుకూ ప్రతీకగా భక్తులు భావిస్తారు. ఆమె తన తేజస్సుతో పూజించినవారి పాపాలు , ఈతిబాధలు , రోగాలు , మానసిక రుగ్మతలు , భూత భయాలు దూరం చేస్త��ంది.

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శివుడు , పార్వతి దేవిని వివాహం చేసుకోవడానికి ఒప్పుకున్న తరువాత ఆమె ఎంతో సంతోషిస్తుంది. పార్వతీదేవి తల్లిదండ్రులైన మేనకా దేవి , హిమవంతులు కూడా పెళ్ళికి అంగీకరిస్తారు. పెళ్ళి రోజున శివుడు దేవతలతోనూ , మునులతోనూ , తన గణాలతోనూ , శ్మశానంలో తనతో ఉండే భూత , ప్రేత , పిశాచాలతోనూ తరలి విడిదికి వస్తాడు. వారందరినీ చూసి పార్వతి తల్లి మేనకాదేవి కళ్ళు తిరిగి పడిపోతుంది. అప్పుడు అమ్మవారు చంద్రఘంటాదేవి రూపంలో శివునకు కనిపించి , తమ కుటుంబం భయపడకుండా ఉండేలా తన వేషం మార్చుకోమని ఆయనను కోరుతుంది. అప్పుడు శివుడు రాజకుమారుని వేషంలో , లెక్కలేనన్ని నగలతో తయారవుతాడు. అప్పుడు ఆమె కుటుంబసభ్యులు , స్నేహితులు , బంధువులూ భయం పోయి శివుణ్ణి వివాహానికి ఆహ్వానిస్తారు. ఆ తరువాత శివ , పార్వతులు వివాహం చేసుకుంటారు. అలా ప్రజల భయాన్ని పోగొట్టేందుకు అమ్మవారు మొదటిసారి ఇలా చంద్రఘంటా అవతారం ఎత్తింది.

శివ , పార్వతుల కుమార్తె కౌషికిగా దుర్గాదేవి జన్మించింది. శుంభ , నిశుంభులను సంహరించమని ఆమెను దేవతలు ప్రార్థించారు. ఆమె యుద్ధం చేస్తుండగా , ఆమె అందం చూసి రాక్షసులు మోహితులవుతారు. అమెను తన తమ్ముడు నిశుంభునికిచ్చి వివాహం చేయాలని శుంభుడు కోరుకుని ధూమ్రలోచనుణ్ణి కౌషికిని ఎత్తుకురమ్మని పంపిస్తారు. అప్పుడు అమ్మవారు తిరిగి చంద్రఘంటా దుర్గా అవతారం ధరించి ధూమ్రలోచనుణ్ణి , అతని పరివారాన్ని సంహరిస్తుంది. అలా శుంభ , నిశుంభులతో యుద్ధంలో నవదుర్గా అవతారాల సమయంలో రెండోసారి చంద్రఘంటా దుర్గా అవతారం ఎత్తింది అమ్మవారు.

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చంద్రఘంటా దుర్గా దేవి ఎనిమిది చేతులతో ఉంటుంది. ఒక చేతిలో త్రిశూలం , మరో చేతిలో గద , ఒక చేతిలో ధనుర్భాణాలు , మరో చేతిలో ఖడ్గం , ఇంకో చేతిలో కమండలం ఉంటాయి. కుడి హస్తం మాత్రం అభయముద్రతో ఉంటుంది. చంద్రఘంటా దుర్గాదేవి పులి మీదగానీ , సింహం మీదగానీ ఉంటుంది . ఈ వాహనాలు ధైర్యానికి , సాహసానికీ ప్రతీకలు. అమ్మవారి కిరీటంలో అర్ధచంద్రుడు ఉండగా , ఫాలభాగంలో మూడో నేత్రంతో ప్రకాశిస్తుంది ఆ తల్లి. అమ్మవారు బంగారు వర్ణంలో మెరిసిపోతూంటుంది. శివుడు ఈ అమ్మవారి అందానికి ముగ్ధుడయ్యాడని పురాణోక్తి.

పులి లేదా సంహవాహిని అయిన అమ్మవారు ధైర్య ప్రదాయిని. నిజానికి ఈ రూపం కొంచెం ఉగ్రమయినా , ఆమె ఎల్లప్పుడూ ప్రశాంత వదనంతోనే ఉంటుంది. ఉగ్రరూపంలో ఉండే ఈ అమ్మవారిని చండి , చాముండాదేవి అని పిలుస్తారు.

ఈ అమ్మవారిని ఉపాసించేవారు మొహంలో దైవ శోభతో ప్రకాశిస్తుంటారని భక్తుల నమ్మికం. వారు అద్భుతమైన తేజస్సుతో ఉంటారట. ఈ అమ్మవారిని పూజించేవారు విజయాన్ని అతిశీఘ్రంగా పొందగలరని భక్తుల విశ్వాశం. దు��్టులను శిక్షించేందుకు �� అమ్మవారు ఎప్పుడూ తయారుగా ఉంటుందని పురాణోక్తి. అలాగే తన భక్తులకు ప్రశాంతత , జ్ఞానం , ధైర్యం ప్రసాదిస్తుందట ఈ అమ్మవారు. రాక్షసులతో యుద్ధం చేసే సమయంలో అమ్మవారి చేతిలోని ఘంట భీకరమైన శబ్దం చేసిందట. కొందరు రాక్షసులకు ఆ ఘంటానినాదానికే గుండెలవిసాయని దేవి పురాణం చెబుతోంది. అయితే ఈ ఘంటానినాదం ఆమె భక్తులకు మాత్రం శుభదాయకమనీ , ఎంతో మధురంగా వినపడుతుందని ప్రతీతి. దుష్టులకు అమ్మవారి రూపం ఎంత భయదాయకమో , ఉపాసకులకు మాత్రం అంత ప్రశాంతంగా కనిపిస్తుంది.

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dvineyogaa · 2 months ago

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Chandraghanta is the third navadurga aspect of goddess Mahadevi, worshipped on the third day of Navaratri . Her name Chandra-Ghanta, means "one who has a half-moon shaped like a bell". Goddess Chandraghanta is the married form the Goddess Parvati. After getting married to Lord Shiva Goddess Mahagauri started adorning her forehead with half Chandra and due to which Goddess Parvati was known as Goddess Chandraghanta.

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saganssorcery · 1 month ago

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It's the final day of Navaratri, a 10 day, or 9 night, Hindu festival celebrating the 9 forms of the Goddess Durga. ✨Jai Durga Maa✨

Today though I figured I would post each of these forms here in one big post that celebrates each of her forms and victories over the past 10 days. I hope you enjoy.

Keep in mind there are many different traditions and versions of these myths, and I am not a Hindu, so your own research is always advised.

✨Shailputri✨

✨Om Devi Shailaputryai Namah✨

The first day of Navaratri celebrates Durga as Shailaputri, considered the absolute form of mother nature.

The colour of the day is yellow and she connects us to the root chakra, the foundation of Shakti.

She teaches patience, strength and grounding, keeping us firm in our beliefs. Meditating on her here represents the beginning stage of the journey to awakening, the first chakra activated when working with Kundalini. It is also said that the worship of Shailaputri on this day will ward off ill effects of the moon.

Her story goes as follows: Sati, also known as the daughter of the mountain, against her father's wishes becomes the wife of Lord Shiva. Not agreeing with Satis choice of partner, her father arranges a great party in which he invites all the gods, goddesses and holy men, everyone except Shiva and Sati. Upset and angry at this insult Sati crashes the party then throws herself into a fire, killing herself, later incarning as Parvati.

✨Brahmacharini✨

✨Om Braam Breem Broom Brahmcharinyai Namah✨

The second day of Navaratri celebrates Durga as Brahmacharini.

The colour of the day is green and she connects us to the Sacral Chakra.

She teaches perseverance, devotion, peace of mind, love and harmony. Meditating on her this day is said to bring the devotee victory in all their endeavors and the ability to persevere and stay balanced mentally in order to tackle any obstacles or duties that one faces.

Her story goes as follows: After Sati's death, Shiva goes into deep meditation that lasts for many many years, abstaining from all desires. Shiva, so deep in meditation, doesn't realise that Sati has reincarnated as Parvati. Parvati, wanting to marry Shiva once again in this life, is told that the only way she can marry him is if she undergoes a severe penance. Parvati then spends thousands of years in meditation, eventually eating, drinking and breathing nothing in devotion to Lord Shiva, in the hopes that he notices her and recognises her once more.

✨Chandraghanta✨

✨Om Hreem Kleem Shreem Chandraghantayai Namah✨

The third day of Navaratri celebrates Durga as Chandraghanta.

The colour of the day is grey and she connects us to the Solar Plexus.

She teaches justice, discipline, strength and power. Worship of her on this day is said to remove all evil spirits and obstacles, dispel sorrow and negativity and bring peace, grace and serenity to her devotees. She will also bless her devotees with a warrior spirit imbued with courage and might, so, like Chandraghanta, we are always confident and ready to fight for our own and others well-being.

Her story goes as follows: When Shiva is finally brought out of meditation and notices Parvati, he is happy with her devotion to him and agrees to marry her again. On the day of the wedding Shiva appears in his terrifying form, shocking and scaring the wedding guests. In response, and to ease the minds of the wedding guests, Parvati also changes herself into her terrifying form, Chandraghanta, and the two are wed.

✨Kushmanda✨

✨Om Hreem Kushmandayai Jagatprasootyai Namah✨

The fourth day of Navaratri celebrates Durga as Kushmanda, considered the creator of the universe.

The colour of the day is orange and she connects us to the Heart Chakra.

She teaches purification, clarity and creative energy. Worship of her on this day is said to remove planetary flaws and imbalances, purifies the darkness from bad actions or karmas, removes evil or negative energy, brings in good energy and a positive aura, sheds light on our path, promotes business which brings about success and opportunities, boosts creativity and concentration, builds harmonious relationships with others, and promotes good physical, mental and spiritual health.

Her story goes as follows: When the universe didn't yet exist and all was darkness, Kushmanda created the universe with her smile, filling the universe with light. She is believed to reside in the centre of the sun and embodies the source of all life. She created all the other gods, who go on to create other universes, beings and life forms.

✨Skandamata✨

✨Om Hreem Saha Skandmatryai Namah✨

The fifth day of Navaratri celebrates Durga as Skandamata, the mother of Skanda (also commonly known as Kartikeya), the commander-in-chief of the gods.

The colour of the day is white and she connects us to the Throat Chakra.

When we connect to Skandamata by proxy we also connect to Skanda, receiving both of their blessings.

Skandamata teaches us to nurture and protect children, have purity of intent and find ways to grow our knowledge. Worship of her on this day is said to promote fertility, prosperity, courage and wisdom. She blesses her devotees with a clear mind and a feeling of tranquility, she can pacify the heart and bring a life filled with contentment, prosperity and achievement for those with pure and selfless intentions, bringing many rewards. She will protect her devotees with a mothers love, giving them strength and power. It's also said that she can lead her devotees down the path of salvation, liberating them from the cycles of birth and death.

Her story goes as follows: When Shiva detached himself from all worldly affairs and went into deep meditation after the death of Sati, the demon Tarakasura was given a boon which only allowed the son of Shiva to kill him, and as such was free to wreak havoc. Parvati, after her severe penance was able to marry Shiva, and together they created an incredibly hot and fiery seed. Agni, the god of fire, was tasked with delivering the seed but the seed was far to hot. So Durga takes the form of water and carries the seed to a lake where Skanda is born. Skanda then goes on to become the commander-in-chief of the gods and fulfils his destiny, killing the demon Tarakasura.

✨Katyayani✨

✨Om Hreem Shreem Katyayanyai Namah✨

The sixth day of Navaratri celebrates Durga as Katyayani.

The colour of the day is red and she connects us to the Third Eye.

She teaches strength, protection and solutions to issues of love and marriage. Worship of Katyayani on this day is said to bring protection, remove evil spirits, triumph over obstacles, promote success and fame, bring love to those seeking, lead the way to a happy marriage, resolve problems in marriages and protect families. It is also said she will remove the negative powers of aspects in her devotees natal charts, as well as protect from malific planetary transits, remove sins and struggles that one faces, facilitating all round happiness and fulfilment.

Her story goes as follows: The trinity of the gods, Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva, among other gods, were so angry that the demon Mahishasura was wreaking havoc that their anger combined created Katyayani. They each gave her weapons and powers and tasked Katyayani to kill the demon. On her way to do this, Mahishasura was so captivated by her beauty he asked her to marry him, but Katyayani told him that she can only be won in a fight. Mahishasura, determined to win Katyayani's hand in marriage, changed into his bull form ready to fight, Katyayani on the other hand, jumped from her mount with such force she knocked him to the ground, killing him.

✨Kaalratri✨

✨Om Aim Hreem Shreem Kaalratryai Namah✨

The seventh day of Navaratri celebrates Durga as Kaalratri, also known as Kali.

The colour of the day is royal blue and she connects us to the Crown Chakra.

Kaalratri is commonly known as the fiercest form of Durga, her mere image invokes fear in all those who do evil, she displays no mercy for the wicked. She teaches how to be bold, powerful and destroy ignorance and replace it with knowledge. Worship of her on this day is said to remove black magick and malevolent spirits of all kinds, they flee in terror when she is present. She removes fears, negativity and obstacles giving us the power to be bold, courageous and successful. She destroys ignorance and blesses her devotees with knowledge, wealth, power and good health. It is also said she will remove negative aspects in her devotees natal charts that relate to career, troubles with success or aspects that indicate health issues.

Her story goes as follows: The demon Raktabeej had a doon where every drop of blood would spawn yet another version of him, infuriating Parvati. As a result of her anger, Parvati changed into her Kaalratri form, turning her as dark as the night. Filled with rage she slaughters each of the forms of Raktabeej, collecting his blood in a bowl, and drinking it to stop him from multiplying. She did this until only the real Raktabeej was left, whereupon she chopped off his head and drank his blood until he was no more.

✨Mahagauri✨

✨Om Hreem Shreem Glaum Gam Gauri Geem Namah✨

The eighth day of Navaratri celebrates Durga as Mahagauri.

The colour of the day is pink and she connects us to the Soul Star chakra, located just above the Crown Chakra.

Mahagauri teaches compassion, morality, and emotional stability. Worship of her on this day is said to remove impurities, dispel confusion, bring peace, facilitate compassion, lead the way to enlightenment, expand spiritual growth and fulfill desires. She blesses her devotees with a peaceful life, home and family, bringing a good partner to those who are seeking and bless marriages. She will also remove obstacles, negativity and the sins of her devotees, lead to self realisation and promote virtue and emotional stability.

Her story goes as follows: Parvati, after her battles as Kaalratri, was stuck looking as dark as the night, to regain her original form she was told to bathe in the river Ganges. Doing as recommended, she re-emerges from the river more beautiful than ever, as the glowing form of Mahagauri.

✨Siddhidatri✨

✨Om Hreem Shri Siddhidatri Durgaaye Namaha✨

The ninth day of Navaratri celebrates Durga as Siddhidatri, the supreme goddess.

The colour of the day is purple and she connects us to the Universal Chakra, located above the Soul Star Chakra above the Crown.

She teaches divine knowledge, spiritual attainment and bestows all manner of siddhis (powers) to her devotees. Worship of her on this day is said to help one focus on higher attainment in all pursuits, whether those pursuits are physical or spiritual. She grants boons to mortals and spirits alike fulfilling the desires of her devotees. She promotes a mediative mindset, brings peace and helps one with devotional practices that take perseverance. She will even remove obstacles and fears, facilitate balance and perfection in all things, and bring success.

Her story goes as follows: When the universe was void and there was nothing at all to behold, a celestial light spread amongst the universe filling every part of the void. This light started to take shape into the form of Mahashakti. She brought into existence the trinity of gods; Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. The Trinity of gods were then assigned their roles and obligations by the goddess. They then sat in meditation for a very long time performing many atonements, pleased with this the goddess appeared to them in her most divine form, Siddhidatri. She granted each of the Trinity all manner of siddhis, also gifting the trinity with their three wives, who all represent divine aspects of herself; Brahma with Saraswati, Vishnu with Lakshmi, and Shiva with Parvati, who are to help them with their tasks. She then goes on to create other deities, demons, universes, galaxies, worlds and life, and grants all manner of siddhis to anyone who dedicates their devotion to her.

✨Durga✨

✨Om Dum Durgayei Namaha✨

The tenth day of Navaratri celebrates all of Durga's victories over the past nine nights. Jai Durga Maa!

It is a tradition in some parts to commemorate the weapons and tools that brought Durga victory and triumph over all she faced, and too, pay homage to our own weapons, magickal or otherwise, and tools of trade that bring us victory in our own lives.

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jeahreading · 2 months ago

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-Chandraghanta

This day belongs to Goddess Chandraghanta, who is considered to be the Goddess of beauty and bravery. Her name Chandra-Ghanta, means “one who has a half-moon shaped like a bell. Her third eye is always opened and she always ready for war against demons”. She is also known as Chandrakhanda, Chandika or Rannchandi. She is believed to reward people with her grace, bravery and courage. By her grace all the sins, distresses, physical sufferings, mental tribulations and ghostly hurdles of the devotees are eradicated. Soon after Lord Shiva agrees to marry parvati, Shiva brings a procession of gods, mortals, ghosts, ghouls, goblins, sages, ascetics, Aghoris and Shivaganas to the gates of King Himavan’s palace to take away his bride Parvati, on the occasion of his remarriage. Shiva arrives at King Himavan’s palace in a terrorizing form and Parvati’s mother Maina Devi faints in terror. Parvati appears to Shiva and sees his fearsome form, so to save her parents and other family members she transforms herself into Goddess Chandraghanta. Chandraghanta persuaded Shiva to re-appear in a charming form. On listening to the Goddess, Shiva appears as a prince decorated with countless jewels. Parvati revived her mother, father and friends then Shiva and Parvati get married and made promises to one another. The devotees who adore and worship Chandraghanta develop an aura of divine splendor. Their persons emit invisible power-waves which exercise a great impact on those who come in contact with them. They easily achieve success in life. Chandraghanta is ready to destroy the wicked, but to her devotees she is a kind and compassionate Mother showering peace and prosperity.

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santoschristos · 8 months ago

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Maa Durga

Durga, in Hinduism, a principal form of the Goddess, also known as Devi and Shakti.

Happy Chaitra Navratri 2024!

Happy Chaitra Navratri 2024: The nine-day festival of Chaitra Navratri falls on April 9 this year. It will end with Ram Navami celebrations on April 17. Chaitra Navratri begins on the first day of the Hindu Luni-Solar calendar. Devotees worship Maa Durga and her nine incarnations - Maa Shailputri, Maa Brahmacharini, Maa Chandraghanta, Maa Kushmanda, Skanda Mata, Maa Katyayani, Maa Kaalratri, Maa Mahagauri and Maa Siddhidatri - on this day. They also worship Lord Ram on Ram Navami and celebrate his birth. --Krishna Priya Pallavi, Hindustani Times

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clearlyivy · 1 year ago

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Day three of Navratri

9 days, 9 Godesses

Day Three: Chandraghanta | चन्द्रघण्टा

Chandraghanta represents Parvati on her wedding day. Parvati was given this title by Mahadeva himself, due to her wish to have Chandra, the Moon God, adorn her forehead, as her Lord was adorned by the crescent moon upon his crown of matted locks, giving rise to his name Chandrashekhara.

Her fierce form is capable of destroying obstacles both on the inner path as well as the outside world. Her devotees easily achieve success in life. She bestows divine vision on them. Sometimes they hear divine fragrances and sounds.

Aum Devi Chandraghantaayai Namaha

ॐ देवी चन्द्रघण्टायै नमः

Jai Maa Durga 🔱

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katirabhavesh05-blog · 6 months ago

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Fever Indrakshisthotram

This hymn is known as fever, recited for optimistic retirement and all epitome results, especially for the cure of fever diseases. The last seed letters in this need to be pronounced correctly by special feat, except just a hymn shared. Even if you recite this with devotion, there is a result. Interested people can ask their guru for a mantra along with alms.

The pre-design :

Asya Sri Indrakshisthotra Mahamantrasya,

Sachipuranda's Rishi, Anunthap Chandah,

Indrakshi Durga Deity, Lakshmir Beejam,

Bhuvaneshwarithi Shakti, Bhavanithi Kilakam,

Indrakshiprasadasiddhya means chanting viniyoga.

Karanya: -

Om Indrakshityangushtabhyam Namaha.

Om Mahalakshmithi Tarjanibhyam Namaha.

Om Maheshwarithi Madhyamabhyam Namaha.

Om Ambu Jakshityanamikabhyam Namaha.

Om Kathyayanithi minimum Namaha.

Om Kaumarithi Karathalakar Prushtabhyam Namaha ..

Structure: -

Om Indrakshithi hearty salutations.

Om Mahalakshmithi Sirase Swaha.

Om Maheshwarithi Shikhayai Vashat.

Om Ambujakshithi Kavachaya hmm.

Om Kathyayanithi Netrayaya Voushat.

Om Kaumarithi Astraya Phat.

Om Bhoorbhuvah Swarom Ithi Digbandah ..

Meditation -

Nethranam decade: Parivrutamathyugracharmambaram

Hemabham Mahatim delayed Keshanvitham.

Ghantamandita-Padapadmayugalam Nagendra-Kumbastanim

Indrakshim Parichintayami Manasa Kalpokta Siddipradam ..

Indrakshim Bibhujam Deveem with bracelet.

Vamahaste Vajradharam, South is the Varapradam..

Indrakshim Sahasrayuvathim Nanakara-Bhushitham.

Prasannavada Nambho Jampsarogana- Sevitham ..

Bibhujam Soumyavadanam Pashankushadharam Param.

Trilokyamohineem Deveemindrakshinamkeerthitham ..

Peethambaram Vajradharai Kastam Nanavidharanam Prasannam.

Swampsarasevitha-Padapadmamindrakshi Vande Shivadharmapatneem ..

Indradibh Surairvandyam Vande Shankarallabham.

Is Dhyatva Mahadevim Japeth selfishly ready ..

Gandham Samarpayami is the earthly soul.

Yes, the soul of the sky is the flower worshiper.

My Vaayavatma is the incense.

Rama Agnyatma is the lamp Darsayami.

Oh Amrutatma, Amrutam, Mahanaivedyam, Nivedayami.

The supreme court is the supremacy- Poojaam Samarpayami.

Pathu Chagneyyam Parameshwari, east of Vajrini.

Dandi is the south and the south is the sword.

Western Pashadhari's flag is hoisted by air-dimukhe.

Kaumodaki Thathodichyam Pathvaishanyam Maheshwari

Urdhavesh Padmini Mamadhastath Patu Vaishnavi.

Avam ten-disho Rakshet Sarvada Bhuvaneshwari

Indra Uvacha.

Indrakshi Nama sa Devi Goddess Sea Hrutha.

Gowri Shakambhari Devi Durga nomination rest

Salute to Nithyananda's homelessness.

Katyayani Mahadevi Chandraghanta Mahathapaha

Savitri Sa Cha Gayatri Brahmani Brahmavadini.

Narayani Bhadrakali Rudrani Krishna Pingala

Agni flame is a thunderstorm.

Meghasshyama's millennial Vikatangi Jadodari

Mahodari Muktakeshi is a horrible form of Mahabala.

Ajitha Bhadradananta Rogahartri Shivaprada

Shivaduti Karali's director - Parameshwari.

Indrani Indraroopa Ch Indrashakti Parayana

Always beautiful Bhuvaneshwari.

Single literate Parabramasthula Micro-Pravardini

Protector is like the blood of blood, malambara escaped.

Mahishasura-Hantree Chamunda sword bearer

Varahi Narasimhi Ch Bheema Bhairavanadini.

Shruti: Smritirdhrutirmedha Vidya Lakshmi: Saraswati

Anantha Vijayaparna, Manastoka Parajitha.

Bhavani Parvati Durga Haimavatyambika Shiva

Shiva Bhavani, Rudrani, Shankarardha-Shareerini.

Iravathagajaruda Vajrahasta Varaprada

Daily Sakala-Kalyani Sarvaishwarya-Prime Minister.

Dakshayani Padmahasta, all India

Kalyani is the birth of Durga is the destruction of Sarvadurga. (All sorrows are destroyed)

Indrakshi Sarvabhuteshi, all form of pleasure

Mahishamastaka- Dance-Entertainment- Explosion-Nupura-Paduka.

The victory of birth-protection-salvation starts-nishumbha-nishudini

Sarvamangala-Mangalya, Shiva is selfish-achiever.

Sharanye Trimbake Devi Narayani salutes

Guhyat-Cave-Gopthri Tvam housesmathkritam chanting.

Siddirbhatu May Goddess is fast

Fruitfulness

Narayana Uvacha ..

Praise the Lord Shakrena Dhimatha.

Ayurogya Maishwaryamaprithyu-Fear

Varam Pradanmahendraya Devarajyam Chaswatam.

Indrastotramidam is the sacred Mahadaishwarya-Karanam

Tuberculosis-Kushtadi-Tap fever-Raranam.

Thief-Vyagra-Dangerous-Vaishnava-Fever-Varanam

Maheshwaramahamari-Sarva fever-Varanam.

Cold-crazy-watadi-sarvaroga-runam ..

Disease arrested for century.

Frequency-Sahasratu is the result of the desired.

Indrakshim Natra suspects of Rajanam's sympathy.

We are the only water status, is it a thousand economics

Japeth praising mantram, reciting Siddirbhavedruvam.

Sayam Prathah Pathennithyam Shanma Sai is ready

Samvatsaramupashrithya is all ready.

Anena's fate devotee mantrasiddhi: people

Santushta Cha Bhavedevi is the real tradition.

Ashtamyam Chaturdashyamidam Stotram Pathennarah

Dhavatastasya Nashyanti is suspected of disruption.

Jail, Yada Baddho, Japeth will be held at midnight.

Divasatrayamatrena Muchyate Natra is doubtful.

Sakamo chanting hymns chanting mantra pooja

Panchadhikairdashadityarium siddisthu wins.

Blood pushpai blood cloth, blood sandalwood discussion. ೧೨..

Dhupadeepaishcha Naivedyai: Prasanna Bhagavati Bhaveth.

What is the Lord Indrakshimindrena .. ೧೩..

Varam Labdham Diteh Son Bhagavatyah Prasadataha.

Ethath Strotram Mahapunyam Japya Maushyavardhanam

Fever-Roganamaprityorharaya Ch.

Bijairnityamidam Japyam Bhagyaarogyamabheepsubhi

.. This is Indrakshi-Sthotram Purnam ..

#indrakshisthotram goddess indrakshi

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mimrbsd · 1 year ago

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Devi Chandraghanta name is derived from two words: "Chandra," which means moon, and "Ghanta," which means bell. She is often depicted with a crescent moon on her forehead and is known for wearing a bell-shaped ornament on her forehead or in her hair, hence her name.

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shininglightofthehorizon · 1 year ago

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Day 3 of Navratri 2023: Exhibition III: Invocation to the Mother Goddess, Devi Durga through her aspect of Mother Chandraghanta - Half Moon Luminosity of Peace and Tranquility

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chaitanyavijnanam · 1 year ago

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Worship Maa Chandraghanta - Mata Annapurna Devi on the third day of Navratri

🌹 Worship Maa Chandraghanta - Mata Annapurna Devi on the third day of Navratri 🌹

Maa Chandraghanta is the third manifestation of Devi Durga and is worshipped on the 3rd of Navratri. Since she has a Chandra or half moon, in the shape of a Ghanta (bell), on her forehead, she is addressed as Chandraghanta. A symbol of peace, serenity and prosperity, Maa Chandraghanta has three eyes and ten hands holding ten types of swords, weapons and arrows. She establishes justice and gives Her devotees the courage and strength to fight challenges.

Her appearance may be of a source of power which is always busy killing and suppressing the bad and wicked. However, for her devotees, Maa is serene, gentle and peaceful. By worshipping Maa Chrandraghanta, you will open the doors to great respect, fame and glory. Maa also helps you attain spiritual enlightenment. Her idol, which symbolises both beauty and bravery, gives you the strength the keep the negative energy away and repels all the troubles from your life.

You need to follow simple rituals to worship Goddess Chandraghanta. You should first worship all the Gods, Goddesses and Planets in the Kalash and then offer prayer to Lord Ganesha and Kartikeya and Goddess Saraswati, Lakshmi, Vijaya, Jaya - the family members of Goddess Durga. The pooja should be concluded by worshipping Goddess Chandraghanta followed by a heartfelt prayer to Lord Shiva and Lord Brahma.

The Mantra And Other Facts About Maa Chandraghanta:

Maa Chandraghanta Dhyan: Pindaj Pravara Roodha Chand Kopaastra Kairyuta Prasaadam Tanute Mahyam Chandra Ghanteti Vishruta.

Maa Chandraghanta Mantra for the third day of Navratri:

Om Cham Cham Cham Chandraghantaye Hrum. (Chant 108 times).

Colour of the third day: White.

Prasad of the third day: Revdi i.e. mixture of white sesame seeds and jaggery.

Governing Planet: It is believed that the planet Shukra is governed by Goddess Chandraghanta.

Performing Shukra Grah Shanti Puja proves to be highly beneficial for the native on this day and helps to strengthen weak Venus in the birth chart. It helps you to attain health, wealth, and prosperity.

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significanceofnavratri · 1 year ago

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Navadurga and significance of each day of Navratri

Devi is worshipped in 9 forms known as Navadurga. The significance of each day of Navratri is attached to a form of the Mother Divine.

First Day – Shailaputri

On the first day, Devi Shailaputri is worshipped. In this form, Devi Parvati is revered as the daughter of Himalaya Raja. Shaila means extraordinary or rising to great heights. The divine consciousness represented by Devi always surges from the peak. On this first day of Navratri, we propitiate Devi Shailaputri so that we may also attain the highest state of consciousness.

Second Day – Brahmacharini

On the second day, Devi Brahmacharini is propitiated. Devi Brahmacharini is the form of Devi Parvati in which she undertook severe penance to have Lord Shiva as Her consort. Brahma means divine consciousness and achar refers to behavior. Brahmacharya is the behavior or an act that is established in divine consciousness. This day is especially sacred to meditate and explore our inner divinity.

Third Day – Chandraghanta

On the third day, Devi Chandraghata is the presiding Devi. Chandraghata is the special form that Devi Parvati assumed at the time of Her marriage with Lord Shiva. Chandra refers to the moon. The moon represents our mind. The mind is restless and keeps moving from one thought to another. Ghanta is a bell which produces only one kind of sound always. The significance is that when our mind is established at one point, i.e Divine, then our prana (subtle life force energy) gets consolidated leading to harmony and peace. This day thus signifies withdrawing from all vagaries of the mind, with a single focus on Mother Divine.

Fourth Day – Kushmanda

On the fourth day, Mother Divine is worshipped as Devi Kushmanda. Kushmanda means a pumpkin. Ku means little, ushma means energy and anda refers to egg. This entire universe which arose from the cosmic egg (hiranyagarbha) is manifested from an infinitesimal energy of Devi. A pumpkin also represents prana as it has the unique property of absorbing and radiating prana. It is one of the most pranic vegetables. On this day, we worship Devi Kushmanda who showers us with Her divine energy.

Fifth Day - Skandamata

Skandamata means Mother of Skanda. On the fifth day, the motherly aspect of Devi Parvati is worshipped. In this form, she is the mother of Lord Karthikeya. She represents motherly affection (vatsalya). Worshiping this form of Devi brings abundance of wisdom, wealth, power, prosperity and liberation.

Sixth Day – Katyayani

On the sixth day, Devi manifests as Katyayani. It is a form that Mother Divine assumed to annihilate the demonic forces in the universe. She was born from the anger of the gods. She is the one who slayed Mahishasura. As per our scriptures, anger that supports dharma (righteousness) is acceptable. Devi Katyayani represents that divine principle and form of the Mother Divine who is behind natural calamities and disasters. She is the anger that arises in creation to restore balance. Devi Katyayani is invoked on the sixth day to put an end to all our inner foes that are an obstacle on the path of spiritual evolution.

Seventh Day – Kalaratri

On the seventh day, we invoke Devi Kalaratri. Mother Nature has two extremes. One is terrifying and devastating. The other is beautiful and serene. Devi Kalaratri is a fierce form of Devi. Kalaratri represents the dark night. Night is also considered an aspect of Mother Divine as it is night that brings solace, rest and comfort to our souls. It is only at night that we get a glimpse of infinity in the skies. Devi Kalaratri is that infinite dark energy that houses innumerable universes.

Eighth Day – Mahagauri

Devi Mahagauri is that which is beautiful, gives momentum and freedom in life. Mahagauri represents the beautiful and serene aspect of Nature. She is that energy which propels our lives and also liberates us. She is the Devi who is worshipped on the eighth day.

Ninth Day - Siddhidatri

On the ninth day, we worship Devi Siddhidatri. Siddhi means perfection. Devi Siddhidatri brings perfection in life. She makes the impossible, possible. She takes us beyond the ever reasoning logical mind to explore the realm beyond time and space.

Jai Mata Ji!

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prabhushriram · 1 year ago

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Difference between Chaitra Navratri and Sharad Navratri

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India, a land of diverse cultures and traditions, celebrates Navratri not once, but twice a year with great enthusiasm and devotion. Navratri, meaning 'nine nights,' is a Hindu festival dedicated to Goddess Durga and her various forms. These two celebrations, Chaitra Navratri and Sharad Navratri, hold unique significance and are observed at different times of the year. In this blog, we'll explore why Navratri is celebrated twice in India and delve into the captivating mythological stories behind the divine forms of Maa Durga.

Chaitra Navratri: Welcoming Spring

Chaitra Navratri falls in the Chaitra month of the Hindu calendar, typically in March or April. This festival marks the beginning of spring when nature awakens, and new life blossoms. During these nine days, devotees pay homage to Goddess Durga and seek her blessings for prosperity and good fortune.

Chaitra Navratri is believed to commemorate the day when Lord Rama, accompanied by his brother Lakshmana and devotee Hanuman, worshiped Goddess Durga to seek her blessings before embarking on his epic journey to rescue his wife, Sita, from the demon king Ravana. It symbolizes the victory of good over evil and the triumph of righteousness. The culmination of Chaitra Navratri is celebrated as Ram Navami.

Sharad Navratri: Celebration of the Harvest

Sharad Navratri, also known as Maha Navratri, is the more widely celebrated of the two. It falls in the lunar month of Ashwin, usually in September or October when the monsoon season ends and the country gears up for the harvest season. This grand festival celebrates the divine feminine and the goddess's prowess in defeating the buffalo demon, Mahishasura.

According to Hindu mythology, Mahishasura was a formidable demon who terrorized the gods. He received a boon from Lord Agni, according to which a woman would only kill him. Unable to defeat him, the gods created Goddess Durga, a symbol of ultimate feminine power. Durga fought Mahishasura for nine days and nights, ultimately slaying him on the tenth day, known as Vijayadashami or Dussehra. Sharad Navratri symbolizes the victory of good over evil, knowledge over ignorance, and light over darkness. It is the ultimate celebration of divine female energies.

Young girls all over India are worshipped as devotees who believe that the Devi resides in little girls.

Maa Durga is depicted in 9 various forms, each with its own significance and attributes, to defeat the shape-shifting demon: Mahishasura. During Navratri, these forms are celebrated on specific days, known as 'Navadurga.' Let's explore some of the most renowned forms:

Shailaputri: The first form of Durga, she is the daughter of the Himalayas and represents the purity and innocence of nature.

Brahmacharini: She symbolizes the pursuit of knowledge and is often depicted holding a rosary and a water pot.

Chandraghanta: This form represents bravery and courage, as she adorns a crescent moon-shaped ornament on her forehead.

Kushmanda: The creator of the universe, Kushmanda signifies the source of all energy and vitality.

Skandamata: As the mother of Lord Kartikeya, she stands for the power of a mother's love and protection.

Katyayani: This fierce form of Durga is worshiped for her ability to destroy evil forces and protect her devotees.

Kalratri: Depicting the dark side of life, she is a symbol of destruction and liberation from ignorance.

Mahagauri: This form represents purity and is often depicted in white attire, symbolizing peace and serenity.

Siddhidatri: The final form of Durga, Siddhidatri is believed to grant devotees spiritual powers and enlightenment.

Navratri is a spiritually enriching festival that honors the divine feminine. Whether it's the arrival of spring during Chaitra Navratri or the harvest season of Sharad Navratri, both celebrations remind us of the importance of faith, perseverance, and the victory of good over evil. The diverse forms of Maa Durga teach us valuable life lessons and inspire us to live virtuously.

Gujratis celebrate Navratri through vibrant Garba and Dandiya Raas dances, while in Bengal, this festival is celebrated as Durga Puja, which involves worshiping the goddess Durga with grand processions and cultural events. So, they celebrate Navratri, but how it's celebrated varies.

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