Durgashtami Puja Method: Monthly Durgashtami fast has special significance in Hindu religion. This fast, observed on the Ashtami tithi of Shukla Paksha of every month, is dedicated to Goddess Durga. This holy date is falling on 21st July in the month of July. According to religious beliefs, whichever devotee worships Mother Shakti with true heart on this day, fear, distress and poverty go away from their life forever. Let us know about the most auspicious time of puja this time, its importance and important things related to the fast.
Auspicious time of monthly Durgashtami
According to the Panchang, Ashtami Tithi will start from the morning of 21st July and end on the same day. Therefore, worshiping in the morning on this day is considered most auspicious.
- Brahma Muhurta: Will be from 4:00 am to 6:00 am.
- Abhijeet Muhurta: Will be from 11:47 am to 12:35 pm.
Importance of monthly Durgashtami
It is a religious belief that Maa Durga removes all the troubles of her devotees and blesses them with strength, courage and success. People who regularly observe monthly Durgashtami fast, positive changes start coming in their lives. There is happiness and peace in the family and financial problems also gradually start reducing. This fast is considered especially auspicious for those people who are troubled by some major obstacle in their life, illness, fear of enemies or mental stress. It is believed that one can get relief from these problems by the grace of Mother Durga.
Worship Maa Durga like this
On the day of monthly Durgashtami, after waking up early in the morning and taking bath, clean the temple or place of worship of the house and install the idol or picture of Maa Durga. After this, offer red chunri, red flowers, roli, akshat, vermillion and fruits to the mother. Light ghee lamp and incense and chant Durga Chalisa, Durga Saptashati or Om Dun Durgaayi Namah mantra. At the end of the puja, perform Aarti of Mata and place your wishes in the form of prayer at her feet.
Keep these things in mind while fasting
Consume only satvik food on the day of monthly Durgashtami. If possible, eat fruits and try to remain pure in thought, speech and action throughout the day. Do not insult anyone, avoid anger and help the needy people. It is believed that doing good deeds along with worship pleases Goddess Durga more.
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