On the third day of Navratri (Gauri Pooja), Maa Chandraghantawhich means peace, tranquility and tranquility.
The marital form of Maa Parvati is Maa Chandraghanta. When Maa Mahagauri married Lord Shiva, she began to adorn the crescent (moon) on her forehead with a crescent and became known as Goddess Chandraghanta. Riding tigress and holding 10 hands, four right hands holding lotus flower, arrow, Dhanush and Japa Mala, fifth right hand in Abhaya Mudra and fifth left hand in Varada Mudra.
Maa Chandraghanta is said to be Maa Parvati in her peaceful form. The sound of the moon and the bell on her forehead are said to drive away all kinds of spirits from her worshippers. Legend has it that the sound of her bell defeated many demons during battles, sending them to the abode of the God of Death.
Ma Chandraghanta’s body shines in golden radiance and She rides a lion. With ten hands equipped with various weapons of war, She is also known as Ranchandi.
On her left, She carries a staff (Gada), sword, trident and karmandal in Her four hands respectively, while the fifth hand is raised to bless Her devotees. On her right side,
She holds an arrow, a bow, a rosary, and the tenth hand is placed in a way that seems to bestow fearlessness on her devotees.
It is auspicious to wear yellow on the third day of Navratre and worship Maa Chandraghanta as it has a profound effect on uplifting the spirit and elevating happiness.
The image of bravery, as the fearsome sound of Maa Chandraghanta’s bell terrifies all villains and demonic incarnations, She is depicted holding weapons like a trident, a sword and a bow and arrow, signifying Her energy that protects and protects Her devotees. It helps us overcome fear, defeat enemies and emerge victorious in difficult situations.
By worshiping Mata Chandraghanta, we seek courage, strength and protection from negative forces.
Before Navratre starts, clean your house, organize the space and throw away the outdated items.
In red (roli), yellow (turmeric) and white (rice flour) make a swastika on the main entrance door of your house as it attracts good luck and repels negative energies.
Keeping the puja area clean and clutter free is nice Goddess Durga. North East (istana kon) of the room is the best area to place Maa Durga idol on a wooden plinth.
During Navratri Puja one should face east and north direction while praying. This helps to attract success and courage.
Navratre should begin with a Kalash filled with pure water, covered with a coconut and decorated with mango leaves. Kalash helps improve communication and promotes harmony. Also, one should invoke the energy of the Akhand Jyoti (ghee lamp) in the mandir as it harnesses good luck and inner peace.
The Tulsi plant in the northeast corner of the house creates harmony, induces peace and prosperity.
According to Vastu Shastra, sound is generated by blowing conches and ringing bells positive energy and pleases the gods.
Ya Devi Sarvabhuteshu Maa Chandraghanta Rupena Samsthita.
Namastasyai Namastasyai Namastasyai Namo Namah॥
Written by:- Ms. Aarna Jai Madan, Vastu and Interior Consultant, Founder of Siddhhi Arts
Vastu for Tranquility: Tips for Creating a Peaceful Space Inspired by Maa Chandraghanta – Times of India
