As the auspicious festival of Navratri reaches its ninth day, devotees eagerly anticipate the worship of Maa Siddhidatri, the ninth form of Goddess Durga. This year, Maa Siddhidatri Puja falls on Monday, October 23rd. This article delves into the intricate details of the puja, including its significance, ritualistic practices, powerful mantras, the legend associated with Maa Siddhidatri, and the delectable bhog offerings.
Vidhi (Ritualistic Practices)
Maa Siddhidatri Puja is a day of devout reverence and spiritual devotion. To perform the puja, devotees follow a series of steps to invoke the blessings of the goddess. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
- Purify Yourself: Begin by taking a ritualistic bath to cleanse both your body and mind.
- Set Up the Altar: Create a sanctified space for the puja with a clean cloth as the altar. Place a sacred idol or image of Maa Siddhidatri on it.
- Offerings (Bhog): Prepare a plate of offerings for the goddess, including sweets, fruits, and coconut. Light a ghee lamp and incense sticks.
- Chant Mantras: Recite the sacred mantras dedicated to Maa Siddhidatri, such as “ॐ देवी सिद्धिदात्र्यै नमः” (Om Devi Siddhidatryai Namah) while meditating on the goddess’s divine form.
- Arti: Perform the arti ceremony with a sincere heart, expressing your gratitude and seeking her blessings.
Significance of Maa Siddhidatri Puja
Maa Siddhidatri is revered as the bestower of siddhis (divine powers) and blessings. Worshiping her on the ninth day of Navratri is believed to grant devotees spiritual enlightenment, wisdom, and fulfillment of desires. Her divine energy is thought to cleanse the devotee’s soul and pave the way for success and self-realization.
Powerful Mantra
Chanting the mantra “ॐ देवी सिद्धिदात्र्यै नमः” (Om Devi Siddhidatryai Namah) with utmost devotion is believed to invoke the goddess’s blessings and grace. Regular recitation of this mantra is thought to enhance one’s spiritual journey and grant access to hidden talents and powers.
Prarthana Mantra:
सिद्ध गन्धर्व यक्षाद्यैरसुरैरमरैरपि।
सेव्यमाना सदा भूयात् सिद्धिदा सिद्धिदायिनी॥
Stuti:
या देवी सर्वभूतेषु माँ सिद्धिदात्री रूपेण संस्थिता।
नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमो नमः॥
Dhyana Mantra:
वन्दे वाञ्छित मनोरथार्थ चन्द्रार्धकृतशेखराम्।
कमलस्थिताम् चतुर्भुजा सिद्धीदात्री यशस्विनीम्॥
स्वर्णवर्णा निर्वाणचक्र स्थिताम् नवम् दुर्गा त्रिनेत्राम्।
शङ्ख, चक्र, गदा, पद्मधरां सिद्धीदात्री भजेम्॥
पटाम्बर परिधानां मृदुहास्या नानालङ्कार भूषिताम्।
मञ्जीर, हार, केयूर, किङ्किणि रत्नकुण्डल मण्डिताम्॥
प्रफुल्ल वन्दना पल्लवाधरां कान्त कपोला पीन पयोधराम्।
कमनीयां लावण्यां श्रीणकटिं निम्ननाभि नितम्बनीम्॥
Stotra:
कञ्चनाभा शङ्खचक्रगदापद्मधरा मुकुटोज्वलो।
स्मेरमुखी शिवपत्नी सिद्धिदात्री नमोऽस्तुते॥
पटाम्बर परिधानां नानालङ्कार भूषिताम्।
नलिस्थिताम् नलनार्क्षी सिद्धीदात्री नमोऽस्तुते॥
परमानन्दमयी देवी परब्रह्म परमात्मा।
परमशक्ति, परमभक्ति, सिद्धिदात्री नमोऽस्तुते॥
विश्वकर्ती, विश्वभर्ती, विश्वहर्ती, विश्वप्रीता।
विश्व वार्चिता, विश्वातीता सिद्धिदात्री नमोऽस्तुते॥
भुक्तिमुक्तिकारिणी भक्तकष्टनिवारिणी।
भवसागर तारिणी सिद्धिदात्री नमोऽस्तुते॥
धर्मार्थकाम प्रदायिनी महामोह विनाशिनीं।
मोक्षदायिनी सिद्धीदायिनी सिद्धिदात्री नमोऽस्तुते॥
Kavacha Mantra:
ॐकारः पातु शीर्षो माँ, ऐं बीजम् माँ हृदयो।
हीं बीजम् सदापातु नभो गृहो च पादयो॥
ललाट कर्णो श्रीं बीजम् पातु क्लीं बीजम् माँ नेत्रम् घ्राणो।
कपोल चिबुको हसौ पातु जगत्प्रसूत्यै माँ सर्ववदनो॥
Legend of Maa Siddhidatri
According to Hindu mythology, Maa Siddhidatri is the ultimate source of all knowledge and spiritual attainment. It is said that she bestows her devotees with the power of siddhis, which are the eight supernatural powers that facilitate spiritual growth and self-realization.
Bhog (Offerings) for Maa Siddhidatri
Devotees offer a variety of delectable items as bhog to Maa Siddhidatri, symbolizing their gratitude and devotion. Sweets like kheer, coconut laddoos, and fruits are commonly presented as offerings. It is believed that the goddess blesses the bhog and grants the devotees her divine grace.
Conclusion
As the Ninth Navratri culminates in the worship of Maa Siddhidatri, devotees are presented with the opportunity to connect with the source of divine knowledge and attain spiritual enlightenment. By following the sacred vidhi, chanting the powerful mantra, and offering heartfelt bhog, devotees seek the goddess’s blessings for wisdom, success, and fulfillment of desires. This Navratri, let us immerse ourselves in the devotion of Maa Siddhidatri and embark on a transformative spiritual journey.