The first day of Navratri is dedicated to worshipping Goddess Shailputri, the earliest manifestation of Nava Durga. Other names for her include Bhavani, Parvati, and Hemavati. The actual reincarnation of Goddess Sati is Mata Shailputri. She is known as Shailputri, the Sanskrit word for “daughter of mountains,” because Shaila denotes a mountain and Putri denotes a daughter.
The highest manifestation of Mother Nature is thought to be the Goddess Shailaputri. She is seen as representing the earth. Goddess Shailputri is depicted with a half-moon on her forehead, a trident in each hand, and a lotus flower on the left. Goddess is perched on top of Nandi ( the bull). Many individuals are unsure what to do and what not to do during Shailputri maa puja, So to help those people, Nakshatrika has some of India’s top astrologers.
The latter can advise you on what is best for you. Nakshatrika also offers online darshan and online puja services. Suppose you want to visit temples like Kedarnath or Mata Vaishno Devi. In that case, Nakshatrika offers exclusive online darshan for a limited number of individuals who cannot go to the temples to receive darshan. On Navratri, Nakshatrika will also provide reservations for their Devi temple for their customers.
Story of Maa Shailputri
Maa Shailputri rides a bull while holding a trident and a lotus in her two hands. She is the embodiment of the strength of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. Daksha once planned a big Yagna. He did not invite Shiva. However, Sati persevered and arrived there. Daksha began abusing Lord Shiva as he saw her. The husband’s insult was intolerable to Sati. She consequently burned herself in the Yagna fire.
She was reborn as the daughter of King Himavat, the mighty Himalayan Lord. She went by the name Shailputri because she was the Himalayan King’s daughter. After performing difficult penance, she was able to win the favor of Lord Shiva and married him.
Maa Shailputri Significance:
Goddess Shailputri is in charge of the Moon, the giver of all fortunes. Therefore, by worshipping the Moon, one can transcend any consequences she may have. In the Muladhara Chakra, she resides. Each individual carries a dormant form of divine energy. Earth is the Tattva (element), with coherence as its Guna and Gharana as its Bheda (distinctive) qualities (the smell).
She curbed Indra’s and the other Devtas’ egotism by the Upanishad. They knelt and said, “In truth, you are Shakti, we all – Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva – are capable of acquiring Shakti from you,” feeling humiliated. According to legend, Shailaputri represents the combined power of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva.
Method of Sailputri maa puja and online puja services
The first day of the Navratri festival is dedicated to worshipping the Goddess Shailputri. Ghatasthapana, a rite representing women’s strength, kicks off the puja. Ghatasthapana, the first day of Navratri, is considered the most significant ritual.
The Ghatasthapana puja is performed using sacred and symbolic puja elements. Use a clay base that resembles a shallow pan. Spread Sapta Dhanya/Navadhanya seeds in the pan after three layers of mud. After that, it is necessary to spray some water on the roots to ensure they get enough moisture.
Then pour Ganga Jal into a Kalasha. Supari, a few pennies, Akshat (raw rice combined with turmeric powder), and watered Durva grass. Afterward, wrap the Kalash’s neck in five mango tree leaves before covering it with coconut.
The proper steps and the puja muhurat must be followed when performing this puja. Avoid performing this puja at night or on Amavasya. Ghatasthapana is a form of Goddess Shakti’s invocation, and if it is performed improperly, Goddess Shakti may become displeased. You can always contact the astrologer if you have any doubts about the vidhi or puja preparation. If you get Nakshatrika’s astrologers, you will receive the most excellent advice and many answers from the best astrologer in India.
What do the Hindu scriptures say about the Goddess Shailaputri?
Goddess Shailaputri is one of the nine Durga forms described in various Shaivagamas. In contrast, Chandi Sataka and other Devi texts refer to her as a type of Chandi.
The Kurma Purana mentions Devi Shailaputri as the Goddess who granted her devotee Shaila, King of the Mountains, his plea for daughter-ship.
The Durga saptashati contains a description of this Goddess and the other Navadurgas. This Goddess’ name is also listed as one of the 64 yoginis in various Shakthi-related writings. Additionally, texts like the Mahabharata have used Shailaputri as a synonym for Parvathi.
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