On the second day of Chaitra month’s Navratri, March 31, the worship of Goddess Brahmacharini will take place. Worshiping this form of the goddess enhances the devotees’ morale, capabilities, and contentment. Success is achieved in meditation and spiritual practices.
According to Celebrity Astrologer Parduman Suri, worshiping Goddess Brahmacharini also pleases Lord Shiva, ensuring that there is never a shortage of wealth and resources in the household. A person gains respect and status in life, and later, they attain liberation from the bonds of life and death.
The term Brahmacharini means one who remains absorbed in Brahma (the supreme consciousness) and stays dedicated to penance and spiritual practices. Goddess Brahmacharini performed severe penance to win Lord Shiva as her husband, which is why she is also called Tapashcharini (the one who engages in severe penance).
Why the Name Brahmacharini Was Given?
The name Brahmacharini signifies one who follows Brahmacharya (celibacy and spiritual discipline). In this form, Goddess Durga is worshipped as one who is engaged in meditation and penance. In her right hand, she holds a Kamandalu (water pot), and with it, she also holds a Yajna Vedi (sacrificial altar) in her left hand. Her vehicle is a lion. Meditating on Goddess Durga in this form helps the devotee achieve success in penance, meditation, and self-control. By meditating on Goddess Brahmacharini, the devotee gains the power of Brahmacharya, which helps control the mind, senses, and intellect. According to tradition, Goddess Brahmacharini performed severe penance to attain Brahma, which is why she is named Brahmacharini.
How to Worship Brahmacharini
– Offer Panchamrit (a mixture of milk, yogurt, honey, sugar, saffron, and dry fruits like cashews, almonds, and raisins) to Goddess Brahmacharini as prasad.
– Offer betel leaves, areca nut, and cloves to the goddess.
– During the worship, offer flowers, rice, roli (vermilion), and sandalwood to the goddess.
– Offer sweets made from sugar to Goddess Brahmacharini.
– Finally, chant the mantras of Goddess Brahmacharini and perform her Aarti.
Written By: Celebrity Astrologer Parduman Suri..!!
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