Ninth Day of Navratri: Significance of Worshiping Maa Siddhidatri and Kanya Poojan :

The ninth day of Navratri, celebrated as Maha Navami, is dedicated to the worship of Maa

Siddhidatri. This day is particularly auspicious for worshiping Maa Siddhidatri and

performing Kanya Poojan. Lets delve into the divine significance of Maa Siddhidatri, the

worship procedures, and the astrological impact of this day.

Divine Form of Maa Siddhidatri :

Maa Siddhidatri;s form is supremely divine and celestial. She is depicted seated on a lotus

and adorned with four arms, holding a mace (gada), discus (chakra), conch shell (shankha),

and lotus (kamal). Worshipping Maa Siddhidatri not only bestows physical accomplishments

but also leads the soul towards liberation (moksha). Maa Siddhidatri is renowned for her form

as Ardhanarishvara, a combination of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, representing both

masculine and feminine energies.

Story of Maa Siddhidatri :

According to the Devi Purana, Maa Siddhidatri played a crucial role in bestowing Siddhis

(spiritual powers) upon Lord Shiva, who manifested as Ardhanarishvara. By worshipping

Maa Siddhidatri, Lord Shiva achieved not only infinite Siddhis but also refined his form.

Therefore, Maa Siddhidatri is revered as the bestower of Siddhis.

Worship Procedure and Importance :

Worship Procedure:

1. Morning Preparations: Bathe in the morning and wear clean clothes.

2. Idol Worship: Clean Maa Siddhidatri's idol with holy water and light five lamps made of ghee.

3. Offering: Offer white clothes, flowers, roli, and kumkum to the deity. Present offerings such

as coconut sweets (nariyal ki barfi), laddus, or coconut.

4. Mantra Recitation: Meditate on Maa Siddhidatri and recite the Durga Saptashati.

5. Aarti and Kanya Poojan: After the Aarti, conduct the Kanya Poojan with due rituals and offer

• gifts to the girls.

Importance of Kanya Poojan: Kanya Poojan on the last day of Navratri holds significant

religious and astrological importance.

• Procedure for Kanya Poojan: The girls should be between the ages of 2 and 10 years. Also,

invite a young boy (batu) for the ceremony.

• Reception: Welcome the girls, wash their feet, and seat them comfortably.

• Offering: Apply red kumkum and rice (akshat) on their foreheads.

• Gifts: Present gifts like chunri (traditional shawl), bangles, and new clothes.

• Feast: Serve a satvik meal including kheer (rice pudding), puri, chana (gram), halwa, and vegetables.

• Tika and Raksha Sutra: Apply a tika on their foreheads and tie a raksha sutra (protective

thread) on their wrists.

• Donation: Offer fruits and money (dakshina) to the girls.

• Blessings: Seek their blessings by touching their feet and sprinkle akshat (rice) around the

home.

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Astrological Significance:

1. Impact of Ketu Planet: Worshipping Maa Siddhidatri reduces the adverse effects of Ketu and

strengthens the sixth and eleventh houses in the natal chart. Additionally, it positively

influences the third house, providing relief from enemies and legal issues.

2. Wealth and Prosperity: Kanya Poojan brings wealth, opulence, happiness, and prosperity. It

is a way to receive the blessings of the Goddess.

3. Health and Fortune: Performing this ritual improves health and brings good fortune.

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Praise: To please Maa Siddhidatri, recite the following mantras:

Mantras:

o वन्दे वांछित मनोरथार्थ चन्द्रार्घकृत शेखराम्। कमलस्थितां चतुर्भुजा सिद्धीदात्री

यशस्वनीम्॥

o या देवी सर्वभूतेषु माँ सिद्धिदात्रि रूपेण संस्थिता। नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै

नमो नमः॥

o सर्वमंगल मांगल्यै, शिवे सर्वार्थ साधिके। शरण्ये त्र्यम्बके गौरि नारायणि नमोस्तुते।।

The ninth day of Navratri, dedicated to Maa Siddhidatri and Kanya Poojan, is a divine and

powerful experience. It is an opportunity not only to seek the blessings of Maa Siddhidatri

but also to bring happiness, prosperity, and peace into ones life. Performing the rituals with

devotion on this day brings all forms of success and joy into one;s life.

Wishing you all a joyful Maha Navami and Navratri! Jai Maa Siddhidatri!