Maa Brahmacharini 2nd Form Of Goddess Durga
The second day or Dwitiya of Navratri is dedicated to Goddess Brahmacharini. The goddess walks barefeet with a rudraksha mala in one hand and a sacred Kamandalu in the other. The meditative form of her symbolises Goddess Parvati when she engaged in her deep meditation to please Lord Shiva to marry him.
This day is dedicated to green colour which symbolizes growth, nature, and energy.
Her favourite flower is Jasmine too so you can offer these flowers on the day one of Navratri to Mata Brahmacharini.
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Shardiya Navratri 2023 Ghatasthapana Muhurat:
According to the Panchang, the auspicious time for establishing Kalash on Pratipada Tithi of Shardiya Navratri 2023 i.e. The first day is from 11:48 am to 12:36 pm on 15th October. In such a situation, the auspicious time for establishing the Kalash will be only 48 minutes this year.
16 October 2023 – Goddess Maa Brahmacharini (Second Day), Dwitiya Tithi
Perfect Bhog to Serve-
Devotees can offer Sugar or Fruits to her.
Spiritual Significance:
Goddess Brahmacharini symbolizes the pursuit of knowledge, meditation, and spiritual wisdom. Her name implies the path of self-realization and attaining the highest truth or divinity. Maa Brahmacharini is a symbol of unwavering dedication to one’s spiritual journey.
Maa Brahmacharini Stuti
या देवी सर्वभूतेषु माँ ब्रह्मचारिणी रूपेण संस्थिता। नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमो नमः॥
Ya Devi Sarvabhuteshu Maa Brahmacharini Rupena Samsthita।
Namastasyai Namastasyai Namastasyai Namo Namah॥
Maa Brahmacharini Mantra
ॐ देवी शैलपुत्र्यै नमः॥
Om Devi Shailaputryai Namah॥
Maa Brahmacharini Prarthana
वन्दे वाञ्छितलाभाय चन्द्रार्धकृतशेखराम्।
वृषारूढां शूलधरां शैलपुत्रीं यशस्विनीम्॥
Vande Vanchhitalabhaya Chandrardhakritashekharam।
Vrisharudham Shuladharam Shailaputrim Yashasvinim॥
Goddess Brahmacharini stands as a symbol of relentless dedication to the pursuit of truth and divinity. Her worship during Navratri is a reminder that spiritual growth requires austerity, meditation, and a sincere quest for knowledge and wisdom. By emulating her qualities and seeking her blessings, devotees aim to tread the path of spiritual enlightenment and self-realization.
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