As the auspicious occasion of Durgashtami approaches during Shardiya Navratri, it’s time to prepare for one of the most significant days of this sacred celebration. The ashtami Puja holds immense importance, symbolizing the victory of good over evil and the empowerment of the spirit. This year, the Ashtami Puja falls on October 11, 2024, and we at StarsTell are here to ensure you can partake in this divine ritual effortlessly through our online Navratri havan & Ashtami Pujan 2024.
Significance of Shardiya Navratri and Durgashtami Puja:
Shardiya Navratri is a holy festival celebrated every year, with two observances particularly revered across India. During this festival, devotees worship the nine forms of Durga Mata, each representing a different power or Shakti. The festival aims to cleanse ones sins and troubles while enhancing the sacredness and happiness in life.
The Durgashtami Puja is performed on the Ashtami Tithi, which is dedicated to Maha Gauri, one of the nine forms of Durga Mata worshipped during Navratri. Maha Gauri is revered as the goddess of purity, knowledge, and peace, embodying grace and benevolence. This sacred ritual starts with fasting and havan, offering food to young girls, and giving dakshina to Brahmins then. Not only does it purify the home, but it also drives away negativity and invokes prosperity and happiness, creating an atmosphere conducive to spiritual growth and well-being.
Benefits of Durgashtami Puja and Durgashtami havan:
Participating in the Durgashtami havan and Ashtami Puja brings forth a plethora of benefits:
1. Resolution of Financial, Physical, and Mental Issues: The puja is believed to alleviate economic problems and mental stress.
2. Removal of Negative Energy: By conducting the Durgashtami Puja, you invite positive energy into your home, clearing away negativity.
3. Career Advancement: Worship during this period helps attain employment and promotes business growth.
4. Family Well-being: The puja encourages marital happiness and the blessing of children.
5. Victory Over Obstacles: It empowers you to overcome adversities and challenges in life.
To ensure a successful Ashtami Puja, the following materials are essential:
• Idols or photos of Maa Durga and Ganesh Ji
• Traditional items such as bangles, bindi, and sarees
• Kalash (clay or copper) and jata-containing coconut
• Naivedya (food offerings) like fruits and sweets
• Puja essentials: ghee lamp, incense sticks, roli, mauli, and various grains and herbs
These items play a significant role in the puja, allowing devotees to present their offerings to the divine.
The Durgashtami Puja is performed with specific rituals to maximize its effectiveness. Here’s a simple guide to follow:
1. Early Rising: Wake up early on the day of MahaNavami.
2. Establish a Sacred Space: Create a temple in the northeast corner of your home for worship.
3. Ritual Setup: Make an AshtaDal Lotus using flour or turmeric and place barley on it, along with a Kalash filled with clean water or Ganga Jal.
4. Offerings: Present delicious dishes, sweets, and incense sticks while lighting ghee lamps.
5. Apology and Forgiveness: Seek forgiveness for any lapses in your worship by offering dakshina.
6. havan Preparation: Prepare for the havan and chant special mantras from the Durga SaptaShati, concluding with Aarti.
At StarsTell, we take care of all the arrangements for your Durgashtami Puja. If you’re facing economic hardships, obstacles, or emotional distress but are unable to perform the puja, then our experienced Pandits will conduct the puja on your behalf and send you a recorded video of the entire ceremony. This allows you to connect with the ritual, no matter where you are, paving the way for happiness, success, and victory for you and your loved ones.
Puja Date: October 11, 2024 (Thursday)
Duration: Approximately 3 hours
Number of Pandits: 1
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In conclusion, as you prepare for this sacred festival, remember that the Durgashtami Puja is not just a ritual; it’s an opportunity for transformation, healing, and connection with the divine. Let StarsTell guide you on this journey, making your Shardiya Navratri celebrations truly memorable.
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