One of the most important rituals of Navratri is the recitation of Durga Saptashati, which is traditionally completed within the nine-day festival period.
Durga Saptashati is a collection of 700 poems in praise of Goddess Durg. (Photo: Canva)
The 9-day festival is chaitra navratri It begins on April 9th, which is also the first day of Hinduism. lunisolar calendar.
During these nine days, many people fast as part of the celebration. Important rituals during Navratri are: Durga Saptashati.
Spiritual educator Parveen Sharma wrote on her Instagram page. ” durga Saptashati, also known as Devi Mahatmya, candi pass It depicts Maa Durga’s victory over the demon Mahishasura. This is part of the Markandeya Purana written by sage Markandeya. The text contains saptashata, or 700 verses, and hence the entire composition is known as Durga Saptashati. The 700 poems are organized into 13 chapters and during Navratri, we aim to complete the 13 chapters by listening or reading it. ”
What is Durga Saptashati?
It is important to chant Durga Saptashati scriptures during the nine days of Navratri. According to www.drikpanchang.com, “Durga Saptashati is a collection of 700 poems praising Goddess Durga, this book describes various aspects of Devi. As per the number of shlok, this book is Durga Saptashati It is known as, i.e. 700 = 7 x 100 = Sapt x Shati.This book is also known as Devi Mahatamya as it is about the magnificence of Goddess Durga.”
During Navratri, one should chant this book loudly and clearly. The ritual of reading this book is called Chandi Path.
Durga Saptashati is an important composition for performing Chandi Homa, which is one of the most important Homa performed to gain health and conquer the enemy. Chandi Homa is performed while chanting the poems of Durga Saptashati. During Chandi Homa, a total of 700 ahutis or offerings to Goddess Durga are made through the sacred fire.
