Why do we pray to Goddess Durga?

Ultimately, it can be said that the devotees worship Durga to gain positive energy, to cleanse their mind so as to attain purity and salvation. That’s why Hindus celebrate the nine-day festival Navratri, taking time out from their busy schedules to revere the nine incarnations of goddess Durga.

Who is Durga?

Durga, (Sanskrit: “the Inaccessible”) in Hinduism, a principal form of the Goddess, also known as Devi and Shakti. Embodying their collective energy (shakti), she is both derivative from the male divinities and the true source of their inner power. She is also greater than any of them.

What does the goddess Durga represent?

Devi Durga is considered as the feminine epitome of strength. She is depicted in variety of Vedic literature as a goddess having feminine prowess, power, determination, wisdom and punishment much beyond this material world.

Why do we worship Devi?

Devi is the supreme being in the Shakta tradition of Hinduism; in the Smarta tradition, she is one of the five primary forms of Brahman that is revered. In other Hindu traditions, Devi embodies the active energy and power of Deva, and they always appear together complementing each other.

What does Durga symbolize?

Goddess Durga symbolizes the divine forces (positive energy) known as divine shakti (feminine energy/ power) that is used against the negative forces of evil and wickedness. The Sanskrit word durga means fort or a place that is protected and thus difficult to reach.

How was Durga born?

The birth of the goddess Goddess Durga was created to combat the evil demon Mahishasura. The trinity of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva came together to create a powerful female form with ten arms. When Durga emerged from the waters of the holy Ganga as a spirit, she was given a physical form by all the gods put together.

Why do we worship Goddess Durga on Navratri?

Navratri is a nine-day festival in which nine forms of Goddess Durga are worshipped. It is one of the most significant festivals celebrated by Hindus all across India with great fervour. Goddess Durga is an incarnation of Goddess Parvati. She took the avatar of Devi Durga to destroy Mahishasura.

Is Durga a avatar?

Day 1: Shailaputri This avatar of goddess Durga is the embodiment of the collective power of Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh. The goddess, in this avatar, is worshipped as the consort of Shiva. The name ‘Shailaputri’ literally means the daughter (putri) of mountain (shaila).

How can we worship Maa Durga in Navratri?

Navratri Everyday Puja procedure Offer some flowers to Ma Durga and decorate the picture or idol with vermilion, chandan and turmeric paste. Every day during the puja, sprinkle some water on the barley seeds you had sown. Offer some interesting dishes you specially prepared for the puja. Do arati to Maa Durga.

Can we worship Durga at home?

yes. you can worship her at your home and serve her all you want ..