At the moment is noticed because the eighth day of the Chaitra Navratri often known as Durga Ashtami, and thought of probably the most auspicious day for followers of Goddess Durga.
The Chaitra Navratri which falls in March/April as per the gregorian calendar begins on the Pratipada Tithi (first day) of Chaitra Maas, Shukla Paksha (waxing part of the Moon) and ends with Rama Navami (the beginning anniversary of Shri Rama).
On Navratri, numerous types of Goddess Durga are worshiped all through the 9 days. On the eighth day of Navratri, which is Durga Ashtami, Goddess Mahagauri is worshiped.
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On the final day of Navaratri, Navami tithi is noticed however the quick is damaged on the Dashami Tithi. This 12 months, Chaitra Navratri Parana will likely be celebrated on April 22.
In accordance with the legend, Goddess Durga killed Mahishasura on at the present time to retain peace whereas one other legend denotes the significance of at the present time as Maa Durga killed a demon named Durgam. Additionally, it’s believed that Goddess Kali led a powerful battle towards demons Chanda and Munda. Apart from, the day can also be important as devotees pay ode to the 64 Yoginis.
Chaitra Navratri 2021 Ashtami Tithi Timings
The Chaitra Navratri 2021 Maha Ashtami or Durga Ashtami Tithi begins at 12:01 AM on April 20 and ends at 12:43 AM on April 21.
Right here is Durga Ashtami Puja Shubh Muhurat
Devotees can carry out the puja throughout these shubh muhurats:
Abhijeet Muhurat – 11:54 AM to 12:46 PM Godhuli Muhurat – 6:37 PM to 7:01 PM
Maa Mahagauri Puja Ritual
Devotees sometimes pray to Goddess Mahagauri with choices of pink dupatta and use pink tilak. On the time of performing puja, the place of worship is cleaned and the idol of the Goddess is established. An image of Maa Mahagauri will also be positioned to worship the Goddess and white flowers are provided.
On at the present time, Kanya Puja can also be carried out by devotees. Those that observe Navratri quick break their quick by feeding younger ladies with the standard platter made from halwa-puri and chana.
Maa Mahagauri Mantra
Vande Vanchit Kamarth Chandrardhkrit Shekharam
Sinhruda Chaturbhuja Mahagauri Yashswanim
Purnandu Nibhan Gauri Somchakrastithta Ashtam Mahagauri Trinetram
Varabhitikaran Trishool Damroodharan Mahagauri Bhajem
Patambar Paridhanan Mriduhasya Nanalankar Bhooshitam
Manjeer Haar Keyoor, Kinkini, Ratnakundal Manditam
Praful Vandana Pallavandhara Kaant Kapolan Trailokya Mohnam
Kamniya Lavanya Mrinal Chandangandhliptam.
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