Shardiya Navratri, the festival of worship of Adishakti, has started today. Navratri is a festival of special religious significance in Sanatan Dharma, which is celebrated as the worship of Goddess Durga, the goddess of power. 'Kalash Sthapana' has special significance on the first day of Navratri, because it is the initial and important rite of worship for the entire nine days. On this day, Goddess Durga is invoked by installing Kalash, which leads to auspiciousness, prosperity, and happiness.
Importance of Kalash Sthapana
Kalash Sthapana is considered a symbol of auspiciousness and auspiciousness. According to the scriptures, the water in the Kalash is considered the source of all the positive energies of the universe. It is considered to be the symbolic presence of the power and creation of Goddess Durga. Along with Kalash Sthapana, nine forms of the Goddess are invoked and it is the main focus of the worship that lasts for nine days. This method is considered to be a means of protecting from negative forces and maintaining happiness, peace, and prosperity in the house. The worship of Goddess Durga begins with Kalash Sthapana and this worship is a means of purifying the mind and home of the devotee.
Auspicious time for Navratri Kalash Sthapana
First auspicious time - Thursday, October 3, from 6:15 am to 7:22 am.
Second auspicious time - Abhijeet Muhurta on Thursday, October 3 from 11:46 am to 12:33 pm.
Rules for Kalash Sthapana
Selection of auspicious time
The time of 'Ghat Sthapana' on the first day of Navratri holds special importance. It is necessary to do it at an auspicious time, which is usually done at sunrise or in Abhijeet Muhurta. Kalash Sthapana done in an auspicious time is considered auspicious and fruitful.
Selection of holy place
For Kalash Sthapana, the place of worship must be pure and clean. The place of worship is sanctified with Gangajal or pure water. Then a red cloth is spread on a stool and the Kalash is placed on it.
Worship of Kalash
Mango leaves are placed on the Kalash and a coconut is wrapped in a red cloth and tied to it. It is then placed on the Kalash. Gangajal or clean water is filled in the Kalash and duly worshipped by adding betel nut, coins, akshat (rice) durva, etc. It is established as the abode of the goddess.
Sowing barley
Along with the Kalash installation, there is also a tradition of sowing barley. Barley is symbolically considered a symbol of happiness, prosperity, and fertility. It is sown in an earthen pot and its growth is considered an auspicious sign.
Sapta Jal Ki Dhara
In some traditions, the Kalash is filled with water using Sapta Jal Dhara, which includes the water of Ganga, Yamuna, Saraswati, Godavari, Narmada, Sindhu, and Kaveri. If this is not possible, then the use of Gangajal is also considered sufficient.
Direction and location of Kalash
It is considered auspicious to place the Kalash in the north-east direction. It is placed in the puja place of the house and is kept stationary during the puja.
Puja after Kalash Sthapana
After Kalash Sthapana, Goddess Durga is worshipped for nine days. Every day one form of the Goddess is worshipped and the Sadhak observes fast, meditates, and worships regularly. After nine days of worship, the Kalash is immersed on the day of Dashami on the festival of 'Vijayadashami'.
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