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HAPPY NAVRATRI/ HAPPY DURGA PUJA
« on: October 08, 2010, 04:42:44 AM »
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  • TO ALL THE MEMBERS AND GUESTS....
    HAPPY NAVRATRI../..HAPPY DURGA PUJA

    Navratri festival, which celebrates the nine forms of shakti (goddess),commence from Toda. Navratri represents the celebration of Goddess Durga, the manifestation of deity in the form of shakti.

    The goddess fought demon Mahishasur for nine nights and this triumph is celebrated as Navratri.



    In Gujarat, Navratri is celebrated with the famous Garba and Dandiya-Raas dance.
    In Bengal it is celebrated as a community festival and huge idols of the goddess killing Mahishasur are installed called Durga Puja.
    In South India, people prepare elaborate golus, which are steps with small idols placed on them.

    I request all the memebers....to enjoy the festivals....
    "JAI MATA DI"
    OM SHRI SAINATHAYA NAMAH
     

     
     

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    « Reply #1 on: October 08, 2010, 05:07:20 AM »
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  • happy navratri members ..may mata rani bless all of you...and spread happiness in all our lifes and our dear one lifes..


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    Re: HAPPY NAVRATRI/ HAPPY DURGA PUJA
    « Reply #2 on: October 08, 2010, 08:30:54 AM »
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    Re: HAPPY NAVRATRI/ HAPPY DURGA PUJA
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  • HAPPY NAVRATRI/ HAPPY DURGA PUJA

    'Nava-ratri' is one of the most important Hindu festivals in the country. It is celebrated
    with immense zeal and enthusiasm all over the country. It is celebrated twice a year -once
    in Chaitra (March-April) and the other in Ashwin (September-October). Navartra literally
    means 'nine auspicious nights'. It is actually the worship of the Goddess of power in order
    to seek her protection from any possible kind of threat and calamities that may destroy
    the peaceful life of people on earth. As she is the goddess of power, she is believed to
    have the power of creation, preservation and destruction.

    Nine Days Navaratri Celebrations

    Navaratri is separated into sets of three days i.e. into three sets. These sets are made
    in order to adore different facets of the supreme goddess. On the initial three days, the
    Goddess is invoked as the supreme powerful force called Durga. Goddess Durga is meant
    to all our contaminations, evils and defects. On the next three days, she is worshipped
    as the mother of spiritual wealth, Goddess Lakshmi, She is the one who is considered
    to have the power of showering on her devotees with the blessings of never-ending
    wealth. In the final set of three days, the Goddess is worshipped as the goddess of
    wisdom, Saraswati. The one is responsible for spiritual enlightenment and overall
    success in life.

    She is also worshipped under nine different names for the nine days in Navratri. Every day,
    she assumes a new character, a new look and a new duty. She is worshipped as Shailputri,
    Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skanda Mata, Katyayani, Kalratri, Maha Gauri
    and Siddhidatri. For the initial six the Pooja celebrations are limited to home. The celebrations
    acquire a festive form since the seventh day when the festivities of Navratri surround the atmosphere.

    First Day Pooja
    The first form of Goddess Durga is called Shailputri . She is considered the daughter of the
    Himalayas. She is a form of Shakti, the consort of Lord Shiva.



    Second Day Pooja
    The second form of Goddess Durga is known as 'Brahmacharini'. Her name is derivative of the
    word 'Brahma', which means 'Tapa' or penace. She is also a form of Uma or Parvati, a
    form of Mata Shakti.



    Third Day Pooja
    On the third day the goddess is worshipped as Chandraghanta. She is the symbolic
    representation of beauty and bravery.



    Fourth Day Pooja
    Kushmanda, is the form of the goddess which is worshipped on the fourth day. It is
    believed that Kushmanda is the creator of the entire Universe and she has created the
    entire Universe by her laugh.



    Fifth Day Pooja
    On the fifth day, the form of Goddess is called Skand Mata. She is actually called so because
    she is here represented as the mother of Skanda, the chief warrior of the Gods army.



    Sixth Day Pooja
    On the sixth day, the goddess is worshipped as Katyayani. Seated on her vehicle lion,
    Katyayani has three eyes and four hands.



    Seventh Day Pooja
    On the seventh day, the Goddess is worshipped as 'Kalratri'. As the name suggests,
    Kalrati is as black as a dark night. She has four hands, she is meant to make the devotees fearless.



    Eighth Day Pooja
    On the eight day, the Mata Rani is worshipped as 'Maha Gauri'. She is considered to
    extremely beautiful, white like snow and accessorized with white colored ornaments.
    She represents calmness and exhibits wisdom.



    Ninth Day Pooja
    On the ninth day, Durga is worshipped as Siddhidatri. It is believed she consists of all
    the eight siddhis. She lives on lotus and is worshipped by all the Rishis-Munis, Siddhas,
    Sadhakas and Yogis.



    India is a country of festivals and celebration. It has a very rich historical and cultural
    background. Each Indian festival has a proper meaning, reason and significance behind
    its celebration. Fun and enjoyment are the aspects of the festivals, which sets the festive
    mood. Navratri, as the name suggests, means nine nights. It is one of the important Hindu
    festivals. It is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga, the deity of Power. Like other
    festivals of India, Navratri also has a significance and meaning attached to it. Each day of the
    nine-day festival are dedicated to the worship of different forms of Goddess Durga, which
    unfolds the religious importance of the occasion. Go through the following lines to know more
    about the significance of Navratri festival.

    Significance of Navratri

    The First Three Days of Navratri

    The first three days of Navratri are devoted to the worship of the Goddess Durga. This is the
    period, when her energy and power are worshipped. Each day is dedicated to a different
    appearance of Durga. Kumari, which signifies the girl child, is worshipped on the first day
    of the festival. Parvati, who is the embodiment of a young woman, is worshipped on the
    second day. The destructive aspects of Goddess Durga symbolize the commitment to acquire
    triumph over all the evil tendencies. Hence, on the third day of Navratri, Goddess Kali is worshipped,
    who represents the woman who has reached the stage of maturity.

    Fourth to Sixth Days of Navratri

    When a person acquires triumph over evil tendencies of ego, anger, lust and other animal
    instincts, he/she experiences a void. This void is filled with spiritual wealth. For the purpose,
    the person approaches Goddess Lakshmi, to acquire all the materialistic, spiritual wealth
    and prosperity. This is the reason why the fourth, fifth and sixth day of Navratri are dedicated
    to the worship of Lakshmi - the goddess of prosperity and peace.

    Although the individual has acquired victory over evil tendencies and wealth, he is still deprived
    of true knowledge. Knowledge is required to live the life of a humane, even though he/she is
    prospered with power and wealth. Therefore, Goddess Saraswati is worshipped on the fifth day
    of Navratri. All the books and other literature materials are gathered in one place and a 'diya'
    (earthen lamp) is lit in front of the deity, to invoke the goddess and seek her blessings. Till the
    time the books are kept at the puja room, the students would not study.


    Seventh and Eighth Day of Navratri

    The seventh day is dedicated to worshipping Saraswati, the goddess of art and knowledge.
    Prayers are offered with an aim to seek spiritual knowledge. A 'yagna' is performed on the
    eight day. This comprises of a sacrifice honoring goddess Durga as well as bids her farewell.
    The sacrifice or offering is made out of clarified butter (ghee), rice pudding known as kheer
    and sesame seeds.

    Ninth Day of Navratri
    The ninth day is the final day of Navratri celebrations. It is also known as 'Mahanavami'.
    On the day, Kanya puja is performed to worship nine young girls, who have not yet reached
    the stage of puberty. These nine girls symbolize one of the nine forms of goddess Durga. The
    feet of girls are washed to welcome the goddess and show respect to her. The girls are offered
    a set of new clothes as a gift from the devotees at the end of the puja.

    The nine days and nights of Navratri are dedicated to Mother Goddess. The celebrations of
    the festival include fasts, strictly vegetarian diet, japa (chanting mantras in honor of the
    Goddess Shakti) and recitation of religious hymns, prayer, meditation and sacred texts
    related to Goddess Durga. Navratri is celebrated twice a year - once in the month of Chaitra
    (April-May) and again in the month of Ashwin (September-October). On both the occasions,
    nine different forms of Goddess Durga are worshipped. In the September-October celebrations,
    the main ritual consists of placing images of the Goddess in homes and temples. On the tenth day,
    the idol is immersed in water. Numerous other celebrations are also associated with Navratri festival.
    Let us know more about the celebrations of Navratri.




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  • Navaratri Celebrations

    Bengal

    During Navratri, Bengalis in India worship huge idols of the Goddess, perform devotional
    songs and dances and finally take out grand processions on the tenth day, when the idols
    are immersed in water. The last four days of the festival are most important for them. People
    worship pre-pubescent young girls, known as 'kanyas', as the embodiments of Goddess Durga.
    'Ayudha Puja' is performed on the ninth day, where one worships the tools, implements of
    their livelihood and places it on the altar of the Goddess for her blessings of success and
    prosperity. Even children place their study books and writing tools on the altar and the families
    spend whole day in contemplation of the Goddess. On the tenth day of Dussehra, devotees
    perform 'Saraswati Puja' for blessings of knowledge and mental peace. During Navratri,
    thousands of devotees visit Dakshineswar Kali Temple in Kolkota, West Bengal.



    Gujarat
    In Gujarat, Navratri is a community event, where people perform devotional songs and
    dances that are popular by the names of 'Dandiya Raas' and 'Garba Raas', and observe Jaagran
    (waking through the night), to please the Goddess. Amba Mata Temple at Junagarh, Gujarat,
    is a favorite pilgrim for devotees, during Navratri. Here, painted earthen pots are used to
    represent the Goddess and Garba dances are performed by the Gujarati women around
    those pots, in circles. The pots are valued as the abode of the Goddess. The Rasa has its
    origin in the life scenes of Lord Krishna and is associated with the agricultural rites, while
    Garba is performed only by men and is related with the agricultural fertility.




    Maharashtra

    In Maharashtra, Goddess Durga is worshipped continuously for nine days of Navratri. On the
    tenth day, Goddess Saraswati is worshipped and on this day, school-going children worship
    the tantrik symbol of the goddess for her blessing in their studies. This day is also considered
    auspicious to begin any new thing or to buy new ornaments. Puja is performed on each day of
    Navratri and devotees offer the flower garland to the idol or image of the goddess Durga.
    In Mumbai, people visit various temples including the Ayyappa Temple at Goregaon.



    Kashmir
    In Kashmir, Hindu minorities of Kashmiri Pandits celebrate Navratri. People generally observe
    fast for nine days and stay on water and fruits or eat the food specifically made for the fast,
    only in the evening. They usually visit the temple of their guardian goddess Kheer Bhawani,
    on all nine days of Navratri. Aarti is held on the last day of Navratri at the temple and it is
    only after which, people break their fast. Many devotees also go to the mountain cave of the
    Vaishno Devi Temple, during Navratri.




    Kerala

    In Kerala, there is a tradition of beginning of formal education for every child aged 3-5 years
    on the auspicious occasion of Durga Puja. On Ashtami, according to the custom, tools are not
    used and are worshiped on this day. Goddess Saraswati is honored by worshiping the books
    and records at home, on Navami. Thousands of devotees visit Saraswati temple at Kottayam,
    during Navratri, to take a dip in the mysterious holy pond. People also visit the famous temples
    at Thekkegram (Palghat).



    Mysore, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka & Andhra Pradesh
    In Mysore, Chamundi, the royal deity of the Mysore royalty is worshipped during Navratri,
    with pomp and pageantry. There is a magnificent procession of elephants, horses, chariots
    and costumed attendants on the tenth day, when Maharaja goes to worship the hilltop temple
    of the goddess. In Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, women arrange 'Bommai Kolu',
    a special placing of dolls decorated with flowers and ornaments on specially prepared steps.
    Nine young 'kanyas' or virgins are offered new clothes and sweets. The married women share
    flowers, kumkum and snacks among themselves. Thus, Navratri is celebrated in almost every
    region of India, with little difference.



    OM SAI RAM, SRI SAI RAM, JAI JAI SAI RAM!!!





    source: http://festivals.iloveindia.com/navratri/navratri-celebrations.html
    « Last Edit: September 28, 2011, 12:01:41 PM by ShAivI »

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    Re: HAPPY NAVRATRI/ HAPPY DURGA PUJA
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  • A Person, who has controlled his mind, can achieve any success in his life. How far you are trying to control your mind?
    The mind that judges not others ever remains tension-free.
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    Re: HAPPY NAVRATRI/ HAPPY DURGA PUJA
    « Reply #6 on: September 30, 2011, 12:31:22 AM »
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  • Happy Navratri to All...

    I must say Subhasrini ji...a lovely compilation of pictures and facts by you.
    Thank you for this beautiful article..and sheeding the basic knowledge as well as world wide knowledhe of navratras to all the memeber of forum.

    May baba bless you you and your dear ones
    Om shri sainathaya namah

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