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Standard - Puja Samagries for 51,000 mantras + 5 pandits.
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During the Durga Puja, a large number of people from all parts of India come together to celebrate this festival. The celebration is primarily Vedic in nature, although some Bengali Hindus practice Pandal pujas and family pujas.
The puja starts with a ritual called Pran Pratisthan, which invokes the holy presence of the Goddess into the idols. This ritual is also performed on Saptami, the first day of the festival. A special type of drum called Dhak is beaten with two sticks and is considered to have an amazing rhythm.
The main Durga Puja portion of the festival is usually performed for four days. On each of these days, a procession of thousands of animals is sacrificed to the goddess. The first day, which is Ashtami, is considered the most important day of the festival.
A number of pandals are set up in public places. They are often simple, but some are elaborate and feature replicas of famous Indian temples. Some pandals are sponsored by large businesses, while others are funded by community funds.
Some artists and companies offer custom puja gifts. These can be personalized with a person's name. They can change the effect of the gifts.
Traditionally, the Durga Puja was held for 10 days in the month of Ashvina. However, this year, the state government has introduced restrictions on processions and visiting pandals.
Durga Pooja is a public celebration and is held in a variety of Indian states. This year, a number of companies have started to offer custom puja gifts. Besides being inexpensive, they can be customized to include a person's name
Durga Puja is celebrated as one of the popular festivals of Hindus. Maa Durga depicts the divine shakti that is used against the evil forces and sinfulness. Maa Durga protects the devotees from negative energies and drives away all their sorrows. Goddess Durga is considered as the combined manifestation of Goddess Lakshmi, Kali and Saraswati. Maa Durga saved the Gods from the demon Mahishasura. She was created by the divine Trinity lord Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva as a powerful female Avatar with ten arms. Her ten arms depict that she safeguards her devotees from all directions. She is believed to have manifested 9 forms or incarnations and her each incarnation is worshipped on nine days of Navratri with great joy and excitement among devotees all over the country. Durga Puja is celebrated to aympbolise the Triumph of Maa Durga over the evil demon Mahishasura. Durga puja's first day is celebrated as Mahalaya, which brings forth the welcome of Maa Durga.
When to perform Durga Puja
The most auspicious day for performing Durga Puja is the 8th day Ashtmi of the nine day Navratri festival. That's why it is also called as Durga Ashtmi or MahaAshtmi.
Benefits of Durga Puja
Maa Durga is a fierceful God who protects the devotees from all kinds of evil forces and so Durga Puja is a blessing for the people suffering from any sort of negative influences. This Puja safeguards one from the evil eye and removes all the obstacles in life. The devotees are blessed with peace and happiness and all his misery, stress, sorrow is taken away by Maa Durga. Women are blessed with the long life of life partner and a happy married life.
The puja will include
Anujnaa, Achamanam, Navgrah Sthapan, Agni Sthapan, Invocation of all Gods and Godesses, Navgrah Mantra Japa ( one mala for each planet), sthapana of Nine avatars of Mrr Durga, Vighneshwara Pooja Pranayama and Sankalpam Kalasa Shuddhi, the Dikpaalaka pooja along with Panchopachara, Shodasopachar pooja, Manaspuja, Parapuja also takes place for the Gods. Homam with havan samagri, worshipping and energising Navgrah Mala and Navgrah yantra, recital of Durga Strotra and Durga Chalisa, Na Durga Stuti, Purnahuti,Aarti, offerings for Grah Shanti and prasad to Brahmins.
Client can opt from one of the following options :
Economy- Puja Samagries for 11,000 mantras + 2 pandits.
Standard - Puja Samagries for 51,000 mantras + 5 pandits.
Premium - Puja Samagries + Navgrah Aarti+ recital of Durga Strotra, Durga Chalisa + Navgrah Stuti + maha puja for 1,25,000 mantras + 7 pandits.
The prasadam of this puja will be sent to the client via courier.
Whether you're celebrating Durga Puja for the first time, or you've been doing it for years, there are a few things you should know about this Hindu holiday. These tips will help you ensure you make the most of this occasion.
Hibiscus flower
Among the various types of flowers used in the worship of Maa Durga, the Hibiscus flower is considered to be the most significant one. It is not only endearing to Maa Durga but also produces divine energy.
Besides, a hibiscus flower can be offered to Maa Durga in different forms. She is worshipped in nine forms. Each of her manifestations is considered to be an incarnation of Maa Durga. Some of the forms are Katyayani, Laxmi Pujan, Shailaputri Devi, Mogra, Dhatura, Ashoka, Saraswati, and Shaila.
The Hibiscus flower is also considered to be the best flower for worshipping Ganesha. The red hibiscus symbolizes the fierceness of Goddess Kali. It also represents her tongue. It is also said that the hibiscus flower is the symbol of love.
Sesame seeds
During the Navratri days, people perform Puja for Goddess Durga. They worship her in nine forms. They offer her special prasad, such as til. The prasad includes chana, eatables, and gifts.
In most parts of India, Kanya Puja is performed on Maha Navami. It involves the worshipping of nine young girls, representing Goddess Durga. These girls are dressed in new clothes, and they are offered prasad. They also take bath before the Pooja. These young girls are worshiped by their family members. They take part in the Puja by offering Prasad to the Goddess.
On the first day of Navratri, the devotees offer Prasad to Goddess Durga. They offer chana, eatables, and gifts to the Goddess. They also offer a bhog of sesame seeds. This is considered a major puja saman.
Red oleander
Besides being a common flower in India, red oleander is also used for worship. It is a beautiful flower with a slight fragrance. In addition, it is easy to grow and is drought-resistant.
This flower is also used to honor Lord Murugan. It is believed that his worship is very helpful in removing obstacles in life. It is also used for family unity. It is also used as a saffron-colored flower that is offered to Lord Ganesh.
Other popular flowers used for worship are the white champa, the reddish-yellow oleander, the night-flowering coral jasmine, and the night-flowering orchid. However, the red oleander is the most auspicious of all these.
Sugar
During the nine nights of Navratri, the Goddess of strength is worshipped in many forms. Durga, a Hindu goddess, is depicted in various forms including a lion, tiger, and tools in her arms. Her appearance is considered to be a harbinger of good luck. Her presence is said to be especially strong at this time of the year.
The best part of the Navratri celebrations is that the Goddess is offered a variety of special foods. The Goddess is also offered special prayers. For example, she is adorned with a Trishul. She is also offered a Hibiscus flower. Several families do a Kanya puja on the eighth or ninth day of Navratri.
Mahagauri
During Navratri, Maha Ashtami is a very important day. Performing Mahagauri Durga pooja on this day is believed to bring success in the life of a person. Worshipping Mahagauri also helps to remove all the troubles in life. This form of the goddess has the power to fulfill all the desires of a devotee.
In ancient times, Mahagauri was a beautiful and attractive goddess. She was white and whitish in color. She was also considered to be very pure and fair. Maa Mahagauri is a symbol of morality and purity. She teaches purity to the world and also helps devotees to attain spiritual attainments. She also has the power to remove all the afflictions caused by Rahu.
Chandraghanta
During Navratri, These nine forms are Brahmacharini. They are Mahagauri, Kushmanda, Chandraghanta, Shailputri, Bhavani, Durga, Mahishasura, Durgavati, and Durgaprasada.
Devi Chandraghanta is also known as Maa Durga. She is married to Lord Shiva. She wears a half moon on her forehead in the shape of a bell. This bell is considered to destroy evil spirits. It is said that she has the power to destroy all evils in the world. She is also a very fierce deity. She is said to be fearless and has three eyes. She carries ten weapons.
Maa Durga's ten hands are said to have ten fingers. She carries four things in her left hands and four in her right. She also carries the Arrow in her right hand.
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