Mumbai: Maa Mahagauri, the eighth form of Goddess Durga, is worshipped on the 8th day of Shardiya Navratri. Revered for her pure and serene nature, she is believed to bless her devotees by removing life’s obstacles and curing ailments. The day is considered extremely auspicious for those seeking peace, prosperity, and harmony in relationships. Devotees believe that Maa Mahagauri’s blessings lead to improved health and success in personal and professional life. This year, the puja will take place with full devotion across India on Navratri Day 8.

One of the key aspects of Maa Mahagauri’s worship is her love for simplicity and purity, which is symbolised through her preference for the colour pink. Pink signifies love, compassion, and nurturing energy—qualities associated with Maa Mahagauri. Wearing pink during the puja enhances the connection to her divine energy and is believed to bring warmth and joy into one’s life.

Auspicious Timing for Maa Mahagauri’s Puja

According to the Vedic calendar, performing Maa Mahagauri’s puja at the correct time brings divine blessings. The auspicious time, or Shubh Muhurat, for her puja is between 11:45 AM and 12:30 PM on Navratri Day 8. Worship during this time is considered to be highly effective for invoking the goddess’s grace.

Mother Mahagauri Puja Method

To correctly perform Maa Mahagauri’s puja, devotees must adhere to the following steps:

• Attire: Start by wearing pink, which symbolises warmth and devotion. Pink attire not only aligns with the day’s significance but also deepens your spiritual connection to Maa Mahagauri.
• Preparing the Worship Area: Cleanse the space and purify the idol or picture of Maa Mahagauri with Gangajal (holy water).
• Offering Flowers: Present white jasmine flowers to the goddess, as they are her favourite.
• Food Offerings: Offer coconut barfi and black chickpeas as part of her prasad (bhog), believed to bring prosperity and health.
• Kanya Puja: Perform Kanya Puja, a ritual honouring young girls, which is considered highly auspicious on this day.

Maa Mahagauri’s Favourite Bhog and Flowers

Maa Mahagauri is known to favour jasmine flowers and coconut-based sweets. Offering her coconut barfi or laddoos during the puja is believed to invoke blessings of peace, prosperity, and good health. Additionally, presenting jasmine flowers, known for their serene fragrance, is considered to deepen your devotion and spiritual connection with the goddess.

Mahagauri Mata image

Mantras for Worshipping Maa Mahagauri

Chanting mantras during Maa Mahagauri’s puja enhances spiritual growth and connection. Here are a few powerful mantras to recite while performing the rituals:

Maa Mahagauri Stuti Mantra

“Ya Devi Sarvabhuteshu Maa Gauri Rupena Samsthita, Namastasyai Namastasyai Namastasyai Namo Namah”

This mantra is a tribute to Goddess Mahagauri, acknowledging her presence in all beings and offering continuous reverence.

Maa Mahagauri Prayer Mantra

“Shwete Vrushe Samarudha Shwetambaradhara Shuchi, Mahagauri Shubham Dadyanmahadeva Pramodada”

This prayer mantra invokes blessings from Mahagauri, who is depicted as riding a white bull, dressed in white, symbolizing purity and bringing happiness to her devotees.

Maa Mahagauri Meditation Mantra

“Vande Vanchhita Kamarthe Chandrardha Kritashekharam, Simharudha Chaturbhuja Mahagauri Yashasvinim”

“Purnandu Nibham Gauri Somachakrasthitam Ashtamam Mahagauri Trinetram, Varabhitkaram Trishul Damarudharam Mahagauri Bhajem”

“Patambar Paridhanam Mriduhasya Nanalankar Bhushitam, Manjir, Har, Keyur, Kinkin, Ratna Kundal Manditam”

“Prafulla Vandana Pallavadharam Kanta Kapolam Trailokya Mohanam, Kamaniyam Lavanyam Mrinalam Chandan Gandhaliptam”

These meditation mantras describe the divine form of Mahagauri, riding a lion, holding a trident and drum, adorned in beautiful ornaments, and radiating charm and purity. The mantras are recited to focus the mind and heart on the Goddess’s form and blessings.

Maa Mahagauri Stotra Mantra

“Sarvasanktahantri Tvamhi Dhan Aishwarya Pradayinim, Gyanada Chaturvedamayi Mahagauri Pranamamyaham”

“Sukh Shantidatri Dhan Dhanya Pradayinim, Damaruvadya Priya Adya Mahagauri Pranamamyaham”

“Trailokyamangal Tvamhi Tapatraya Harinim, Vadadam Chaitanyamayi Mahagauri Pranamamyaham”

The stotra mantras praise Mahagauri as the remover of all troubles, the giver of wealth, knowledge, and peace. They are a humble prayer for the Goddess to grant prosperity and tranquillity.

Maa Mahagauri Kavach Mantra

“Omkarah Patu Shirsho Maam, Hreem Bijam Maam, Hridayo. Kleem Bijam Sadapatu Nabho Gruho Cha Padayo”

“Lalatam Karno Hum Bijam Patu Mahagauri Maam Netram Ghrano. Kapot Chibuko Phat Patu Swaha Maam Sarvavadano”

This kavach (protection) mantra invokes Mahagauri’s divine energy to safeguard the devotee from head to toe, ensuring protection in all aspects of life.

Maa Mahagauri image

Significance of Maa Mahagauri Puja

Worshipping Maa Mahagauri on Navratri Day 8 is believed to bring numerous benefits:

• Health and Prosperity: Her blessings are said to cure diseases and enhance peace within households.
• Marital Harmony: For those facing challenges in their marriage, her puja is believed to bring harmony and remove obstacles.
• Business Success: Offering prayers to Maa Mahagauri also enhances prosperity in business and personal wealth.

Her worship is considered extremely powerful for those seeking solutions to life’s challenges, whether they are to health, relationships, or financial success.

(Disclaimer: This article is based on religious beliefs and traditions. News9 Live does not verify its accuracy.)