Navratri 2020 Day 1: Worship Devi Shailputri for good fortune
New Delhi: The auspicious event of Navratri, the 9 days of festivities to welcome Goddess Durga, begins on Saturday (October 17). Like a ray of hope, this Indian festivity is extra important this time due to the beneficial planetary positions this yr. This yr, the festivities start on October 17 and finish on October 25.
The 9 days of Navratri are devoted to worship 9 totally different types of Durga or female energy, and is among the most celebrated festivals in India.Maa Durga is worshipped in 9 types and every day is devoted to one in every of her avatars.
The first night time of Navratri is devoted to Shailputri, the daughter of the mountains.
According to the Hindu mythology, Goddes Shailputri was born after Goddess Sati self-immolated herself. Also referred to as Parvati — the daughter of Himalaya — Goddesss Shailputri is worshipped on the primary day of the Navratri throughout the nation.
According to Drik Panchang, it’s believed that Goddess Shailputri governs the moon — the supplier of all fortunes.
Also Read: Navratri 2020: Date, Ghatasthapana timings and full puja schedule
Shailputri is worshipped as an absolute type of Mother Nature. The goddess is depicted with a crescent on her brow, a trident in her proper and a lotus in her left hand. She is mounted on the again of a bull.
Chant this mantra to hunt Shailputri’s blessings:
वन्दे वांछित लाभाय चन्द्रार्द्वकृतशेखराम्।
वृषारूढ़ा शूलधरां यशस्विनीम्॥
Vande Vanchhitalabhay Chandrardhakritshekharam
Vrisharudham Shooldharam Shailputreem Yashasvineem
Durga, probably the most highly effective, was created by the holy trinity – Brahma (the creator), Vishnu (the preserver) and Shiva (the destroyer) to remove a demon named Mahishasur, who’s treachery ruined peace and sanctity within the three worlds.
Here’s wishing every one a really Happy Navratri.
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