On the last day of Navratri, Maha Navami is celebrated. This is celebrated just a day before Dussehra. This year, Maha Navami will be celebrated on the 14th of October, this day is also observed as the third day of Durga Pooja. The ninth form of Goddess Durga, Goddess Siddhidatri is worshipped by the devotees. On the occasion of Maha Navami, Goddess Durga is also worshipped as Mahisuramardini.
Goddess Siddhidatri – Day 9 Of Navratri
Maa Siddhidatri is worshipped on the ninth day of Navratri. This day is also known as Maha Navmi as this is the last day of Navratri. Goddess Siddhidatri is said to be one of the most glorious forms of Goddess Durga, she wears a red coloured saree and rides a lion. Devi Siddhidatri has four hands, two of her hands hold a lotus and shankha while the other two carry a chakra and a bludgeon. The name Siddhidatri is a combination of two words, Siddhi means meditative ability and datri menas giver, Siddhidatri in combination means the one who provides supernatural powers. Goddess Siddhidatri is known as the goddess of accomplishment who blesses her children with perfection.
The universe was nothing but darkness and void, and there was not a single sign of life. This is when Goddess Kushmanda created the universe field with light with her smile. Goddess Kushmanda created Trimurtu of Lord Brahma- the energy of creation, Lord Vishnu- the energy of subsistence and Lord Shiva- the energy of destruction.
Lord Shiva asked Goddess Kushmanda for perfection and then she created a Goddess who bestowed Lord Shiva with eighteen different kinds of perfection including Ashta Siddhi ( eight primary siddhis ) along with ten secondary forms. The goddess who bestowed these perfections to Lord Shiva was Maa Siddhidatri. Larter when Lord Brahma asked for her help as he had to create the rest of the Universe and needed a man and a woman for the purpose, Devi Siddhidatri converted half of the Lord Shiva’s body into women and thus he is known as Ardhanarishwar and Goddess Siddhidatri appeared from his left half.
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Puja Vidhi Of Goddess Siddhidatri
On the occasion of Maha Navami, devotees should wear clothes after taking a bath early in the morning. On this day Havans are performed by many devotees. The Idol of Goddess should be placed near Kalasha and Paan, Supari should be offered to the goddess. Flowers of pink colour should also be offered including incense sticks. Devotees should recite Shri Durga Saptashati Path. Sweets should be offered to the goddess and then should be distributed among devotees as prasad.
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Significance of Worshipping Goddess Siddhidatri
Devi Siddhidatri is known for providing direction and energy to the planet Ketu, devotees suffering from the ill effects of this planet will get relief after worshipping Goddess Siddhidatri. Individuals who are doing fast should offer goddess night-blooming jasmine as these are Goddess’ favourite flowers. Maa Siddhidatri helps individuals in bringing back the Chitta ( mind ) to a positive track and fills the life of devotees with perfection.
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Conclusion
On the occasion of Maha Navami, devotees should perform Kanya puja. Devi Siddhidatri and Goddess Durga should be worshipped by the devotees. This is the last day of Navratri so it should be celebrated with joy and devotion.
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