New Delhi: On the second day of Shardiya Navratri, Maa Brahmacharini, the second form of Maa Durga, is worshipped. According to religious beliefs, Mother Brahmacharini is a symbol of penance, sacrifice, restraint and determination. Worshipping her inspires the devotees with strength, mental peace and self-confidence to face difficult situations. Maa is adorned with a chanting rosary in one hand and a kamandal in the other hand. On this auspicious occasion of Navratri, let us know the importance of Maa Brahmacharini, worship method, favourite offering, mantra and aarti.
Who is Maa Brahmacharini and what is her religious significance?
Mother Brahmacharini is another form of Navadurga. In her name, ‘Brahma’ means penance and ‘Charini’ is associated with the power to perform. In this way, Maa Brahmacharini gives the message of following the path of penance and sadhana.
According to mythological beliefs, Maa Parvati had performed rigorous penance to get Lord Shiva as her husband. Because of her ascetic nature she is called Brahmacharini. The form of the mother inspires the devotees to have patience, discipline and dedication towards their goals.
There is a religious belief that worshiping Goddess Brahmacharini on the second day of Navratri brings positivity to the mind and inspires a person to maintain patience in difficult times.
How to worship Mother Brahmacharini?
On the second day of Navratri, wake up early in the morning, take bath and wear clean clothes. After this, clean the place of worship and meditate on Maa Durga and Maa Brahmacharini. Keep these things in mind during puja:
- Light a lamp and incense in front of Maa Brahmacharini.
- Offer flowers, akshat, sandalwood and roli to the mother.
- Offer sugar, sugar candy, Panchamrit and fruits.
- Chant the mantras of Maa Brahmacharini with devotion.
- In the end, perform aarti of the maa and pray for the happiness and peace of the family.
- Keep your mind calm during the puja and worship the maa according to your devotion.
What should be offered to Mother Brahmacharini?
According to religious beliefs, offering sugar, sugar candy and Panchamrit to Maa Brahmacharini is considered auspicious. Apart from this, seasonal fruits can also be offered. It is believed that offering sweet things to the maa maintains a feeling of sweetness and positivity in life.
After offering the food, the prasad can be distributed among the family members and other devotees. Take special care of cleanliness and devotion in worship.
What is the worship mantra of Maa Brahmacharini?
This mantra is chanted while worshipping Maa Brahmacharini on the second day of Navratri:
Dadhana Karpadmaabhyam, Akshamalakamandlu.
Devi Prasidatu Mayi, Brahmacharinyanuttama.
In this mantra, blessings and blessings are prayed to Maa Brahmacharini.
Apart from this, devotees can also chant this simple mantra:
Om Devi Brahmacharinya Namah.
According to religious beliefs, chanting mantras helps in concentrating the mind and maintaining focus during worship.
There is a tradition of performing Aarti of Maa Brahmacharini at the end of the puja on the second day of Navratri. During the Aarti, meditate on the Maa Goddess and sing her praises with devotion.
After the Aarti, salute the Mother Goddess and pray for happiness, prosperity, patience and well-being of the family.
What lesson can we learn from worshipping Mother Brahmacharini?
The nature of Maa Brahmacharini shows that patience, discipline and continuous efforts are necessary to achieve any goal in life. By worshipping her on the second day of Navratri, devotees can take a pledge to adopt positive thinking and restraint in their lives.
