Chaitra Navratri 2024:
Today marks the second day of Chaitra Navratri dedicated to the worship of Goddess Brahmacharini, revered as the deity of wisdom, penance, and renunciation. Known for her relentless devotion and immersion in the divine Brahman, she is aptly called Brahmacharini. Her adoration is believed to be extremely fruitful for students and ascetics alike. People with a weakened moon in their horoscope also find her veneration to be incredibly beneficial. Let's explore the method of worship and the auspicious timings.
Method of Worshiping Goddess Brahmacharini
During your devotion to Goddess Brahmacharini, adorn yourself with yellow or white clothing and offer white items like sugar candy, sugar, or Panchamrita. You may chant any mantra of wisdom and detachment. Specifically, "Ωm Aim Namah" is recommended for the Goddess.
Auspicious Timings for Worshiping Goddess Brahmacharini
Abhijit Muhurat
: From 11:57 AM to 12:48 PM
Vijaya Muhurat
: From 2:30 PM to 3:21 PM
Remedies to Strengthen the Moon
Perform these rituals on the second day of Navratri. Offer white flowers to the Goddess and indulge her with white items. Offer her a silver crescent moon, and then chant "Ωm Shraam Shreem Shraum Sah Chandramase Namah" at least three rounds with a rosary. Following this, wear the silver crescent tied with a red thread around your neck.
Bhog for Goddess Brahmacharini
On the second day of Chaitra Navratri, offer sugar to the Goddess as a ritualistic offering. After doing so, distribute the Prasad amongst all family members for blessings of increased longevity.
Aarti of Goddess Brahmacharini
Glory to you, Mother Brahmacharini, delight of the four-faced deity. You enlighten all with the knowledge divine.
Your mantra is chanted by the world entire. Those who meditate on you day and night are always near.
No deficiency stays, nor any sorrow. Those who understand your greatness, their virtues grow.
With a rosary of Rudraksha in hand, and mantra on lips, with heartfelt stand.
Leaving laziness, singing praises true, O Mother, bring happiness to those due.
In the name of Brahmacharini, fulfill all my works so fine.
Your devotee at your feet does bow, Protect my honor, my Great Mother, now.
