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Lord Surya

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Passage: The Story of the Sudarshana Chakra

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Passage: The Story of the Sudarshana Chakra

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One day, all gods approach Lord Vishnu pleading with him to save them from the attack of the rakshasas. Lord Vishnu says that he does not have enough power to fight the demons and would have to seek Lord Shiva’s help. When he reaches Kailash, he finds Lord Shiva in a deep trance. Unwilling to disturb him, Lord Vishnu decides to pray for Shiva until he comes out of his trance.

Vishnu would chant the name of Shiva a thousand times every day by offering one lotus flower against each chant. This goes on for many years before Shiva comes out of the trance one day. Not knowing that Shiva has come out of his trance, Vishnu continues his chanting for the day.

Shiva decides to play a trick on Vishnu, and secretly removes one lotus from the bunch that Vishnu had arranged. After Vishnu chants for 999 times, he realizes that one flower is missing from his collection. He immediately plucks out his eye and offers it at the feet of the Shiva.

Impressed by Vishnu’s devotion, Shiva tells him to ask for a boon. Vishnu asks him to give the power to defeat the demons to save all the gods. Lord Shiva gives him a round disc, called the ‘Sudarshana Chakra’, which has the power to kill anything.

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Written by Miss. Kavita Lutchman

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Hindus believe when they visit these Holy Lingam places of worship. It is highly recommended to pray in these places of pilgrimage.

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Questions
1. Name three things that you will see in a picture of Lord Shiva.

2. Why do you think he is worshipped?

3. Which religious group prays to him?

4. When do you pray to him?

5. How do you pray to him?

6. What other names of Lord Shiva was mentioned in the poem?

7. What line in the poem uses a simile?

8. What is the meaning of the word mystic?

9. What are the two types of animals mentioned in the poem and give their names.

10. If you were making an offering that was mentioned, what will you offer and why?

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Questions

1. Who gave Lord Vishnu his weapon, the Sudarshana chakra?

2. How was Lord Vishnu tested?

3. What was offered to Lord Shiva?

4. Why did Lord Vishnu pray to Lord Shiva?

5. What is the meaning of the word pleading?

6. When did Lord Vishnu get the Sudarshana Chakra?

7. Where does Lord Vishnu meet Lord Shiva?

8. What line in the passage tells you Lord Shiva was praying?

9. Why did Lord Vishnu ask for the Sudarshana chakra?

10. Complete the analogy below:
The Sudarshana chakra is to ————————————,
As the Trishul is to Lord Shiva.

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Questions
1. According to the chart what does the crescent moon and the third eye symbolize.
2. Why do you think the maalaa  was placed in his right hand?
3. Based on the image, how will you describe Lord Shiva?
4. Who do you think created this graphic chart?
5. What is the purpose of this chart?
6. When do you worship Lord Shiva?
7. How can you improve this graphic chart?
8. What is the meaning of of the word timeless?
9. Which animal that is associated with Lord Shiva that is not in the image?
10. Complete the analogy below:
The damaru is to ———————————-
as the veena is to Devi Saraswati.

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The Sudarshana Chakra

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VAPA

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1. What event is being celebrated?
2. Who do you think will attend this event?
3. Where is it probably going to be recorded?
4. Why do you think it is virtual?
5. How can you participate?
6. When is the event?
7. What is missing from this invitation?
8. Who is the officiating Pundit?
9. What is the meaning of the word officiating?
10. If you we creating this invitation what will you include in it?

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1. What event is being celebrated?
Saraswati Jayanti is being celebrated.

2. Who do you think will attend this event?
I think, the pupils and their parents will attend virtually.

3. Where is it probably going to be recorded?
It is probably going to be recorded in the Temple in school.

4. Why do you think it is virtual?
I think, think it is virtual because of COVID-19 regulations.

5. How can you participate?
I can participate virtually on Zoom.

6. When is the event?
The event will be held on Tuesday, 16th February, 2021.

7. What is missing from this invitation?
A picture of Devi Saraswati is missing from the invitation.

8. Who is the officiating Pundit?
The officiating Pundit is Pundit Rishi Maharaj.

9. What is the meaning of the word officiating?
The word officiating means to carry out the official duties of the Spiritual Leader.

10. If you we creating this invitation what will you include in it?
If I was creating this invitation I would put in a picture of Devi Saraswati or her instrument or a white lotus.

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Saraswati Namasthubyam

सरस्वति नमस्तुभ्यं वरदे कामरूपिणि । विद्यारम्भं करिष्यामि सिद्धिर्भवतु मे सदा ॥

Saraswathi Namasthubhyam,

Varadey Kaamarupinee Vidhyarambham Karishyami,

Sidhir bhavathu mey sada

Salutations to Devi Saraswati, Who is the giver of Boons and fulfiller of Wishes, O Devi, when I begin my Studies, Please bestow on me the capacity of Right Understanding, always.

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Saraswati Prayer

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Sun God

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Lord Surya’s Son

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The Goddess Saraswati is often depicted as a beautiful woman dressed in pure white. She is often seated on a white lotus which symbolizes light, knowledge and truth. She is in white themes from dress to flowers to swan – the colour symbolizing purity.

Devi Saraswati is as white as the moon, clad in a white dress, bedecked in white ornaments, radiating with beauty, holding a book and a pen in her hands (the book represents knowledge).

She is generally shown to have four arms, but sometimes just two.

The four hands hold items with symbolic meaning — a pustaka (book or script), a mālā (rosary, garland), a water pot and a musical instrument (vīnā).

The book she holds symbolizes the Vedas. A mālā of crystals, representing the power of meditation. A pot of water represents the purifying power to separate right from wrong, the clean from the unclean, and essence from the inessential. The most famous feature on Saraswati is a musical instrument called a veena, represents all creative arts and sciences.

A hamsa or swan is often shown near her feet. Devi Saraswati is also referred to as Hamsavāhini, which means “she who has a hamsa as her vehicle”.

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Lord Surya

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Shri Krishna

Krishna is a major deity in Hinduism. He is worshipped as the eighth avatar of the god Vishnu and also as the supreme God in his own right. He is the god of compassion, tenderness, and love in Hinduism, and is one of the most popular and widely worshipped among Indian divinities.

Krishna's birthday is celebrated every year by Hindus on Krishna Janmashtami according to the Hindu calendar, which falls in late August or early September of the Gregorian calendar. Krishna is usually depicted with a flute in his hand.

The stories of Krishna's life are generally titled as Krishna Leela. He is a central character.

Link: https://kids.kiddle.co/Krishna

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Quick facts for Shri Krishna

Affiliation: Svayam Bhagavan, Paramatman, Brahman, Narayana Vishnu, Dashavatara, Radha Krishna

Battles: Kurukshetra War

Festivals: Krishna Janmashtami, Holi

Personal information:

Born: Mathura, Surasena (present-day Uttar Pradesh, India)

Parents: Devaki (mother)

Vasudeva (father)

Rohini Devi (step-mother)

Yashoda (foster mother)

Nanda Baba (foster father)

Siblings Balarama (brother)

Subhadra (sister)

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Shri Krishna

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Prayer to Shri Ganapati

Om Vakra-Tunda  mahaa-Kaaya

Suurya-Kotti Samaprabha |

Nirvighnam Kuru Me Deva

Sarva-ksaryeshuù Sarvadaa ||

Meaning:

Salutations to Shri Ganesha, who has a curved trunk, who has a large body and whose splendour is similar to a million suns.

O Deva, please make my undertakings free of obstacles, by extending your blessings to all my work, always.

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Veena Dharay

Om Veena Dharay vipula Managala daana-sheelay,

Bhakt-aarti naashini viranchi hareesha vanday,

Keerti praday akhila manoratha day mahaa-rahay, Vidyaa pradaayini Saraswati Naumi nityam....(Three Times)

Meaning:

Mother Saraswati,whose instrument the Veena is ever with you,making the music of the spheres. Who grants good fortune to all,who removes the afflictions of devotees, who is revered by Brahmaa,Vishnu and Shiva,who is the bestower of wisdom and fame and grants all wishes. Who showers respect and knowledge on all,we prostrate before you again and again. Please Mother,keep your protective shield around us throughout the day and night.

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Shanta Kaaram
Shanta kaaram Bhujaga Shayanam

Padma naabham suresham

Vish-waa-dhaaram gagana sadrisham

Megha varanam shu-bhaangam

Lakshmi- kaantam kamala nayanam

yogi bhir dhyaana gamyam

Vande Vishnu bhava bhaya haram

sarva lokai kaanaatham.

I bow to Lord Vishnu, the dispeller of the fear of the world, the one lord of all dominions, the embodiment of peace, who reclines on the throne provided by the king of serpents, whose inner-most thoughts like a lotus in his navel gave rise to all knowledge through the Creator, the one support of all the universe, who encompasses all like the sky, whose hue is like that of rain-heavy clouds, whose form is matchless, who is the Lord of Lakshmi, whose eyes are like lotuses and who is the object of meditation of the Yogis.

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Lord Mahadev is formless and limitless,
He is extraordinary and unchanging.

He lives the life of a mystic on Mount Kailash.
The patron God of yoga, meditation and arts.

The beloved consort of Devi Parvati.
The  father of Shri Ganesha and Shri Kartikeya.

His jata has the moon as an ornament.

The Holy river Ganga flows from his matted hair.

Vasuki, the snake, garlands his neck.
As blue as the skies is his throat

The colour of the Hala Hala he drank,

To save his devotees.

At the at the centre of his forehead,

There lies his third eye.

His beloved vehicle Nandi,
Loyal and always opposite him waiting patiently.

Shri Shankara  wears a tiger skin around his white body.

That  bhasma or ash is smeared all over.

He is often seen slaying demons.

As he wields a trishul as his weapon.

Lord Shambho is seen peaceful and fierce.
He is the cosmic dancer.
That moves to the beat of his damaru.
Bearing beautiful beads his Rudraksh.

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Hindus believe when they visit these Holy Lingam places of worship. It is highly recommended to pray in these places of pilgrimage.

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Lord Shiva | Churning of Ocean | Children's Tales, English Moral Stories and Fables | Learn English

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1. Who was churning the ocean of milk?
2. Why was this task completed?
3. What harmful substance came out?
4. How was the world saved?
5. When do you hear this story?
6. How will you describe Lord Shiva?
7. What are some other names devotees call Lord Shiva?
8. What is a simple mantra you can say on Maha Shiva Raatri?
9. Where can you visit to pray to Lord Shiva?
10. How can you teach a friend about Maha Shiva Raatri using the video link?

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Answer Key
1. Who was churning the ocean of milk?
The Gods and the Demons were churning the ocean.
2. Why was this task completed?
They wanted the nectar of immortality.
3. What harmful substance came out?
Poison or Hala Hal was the harmful substance that came out.
4. How was the world saved?
The world was saved when Lord Shiva drank the poison.
5. When do you hear this story?
We usually hear this story around Maha Shiva Raatri.
6. How will you describe Lord Shiva?
Lord Shiva wears a tiger's skin around his waist, his throat is blue and his body is smeared with bhasma or ashes.
7. What are some other names devotees call Lord Shiva?
Lord Shiva is called Lord Mahadeva, Shri Shankara, Lord Nataraja and Shri Shambho.
8. What is a simple mantra you can say on Maha Shiva Raatri?
'Om Namah Shivaya'
'Har Har Mahadev'
9. Where can you visit to pray to Lord Shiva?
I can visit a nearby temple.
10. How can you teach a friend about Maha Shiva Raatri using the video link?
Ican teach them using a video link, I can talk about the basic facts on Maha Shiva Raatri, that is what is this celebration, who celebrates it, why is it celebrated, where is it celebrated and how is it celebrated.

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Hands together and eyes closed.
Listen carefully.
Concentrate on the form of Lord Shiva that you love.

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Learn to recite this prayer by heart.

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Shiv Gayatri Mantra 108 Times with Lyrics - Om Tatpurushaya Vidmahe | Chants For Meditation

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"Om Tatpurushaya Vidmahe
Maha Devaya Dheemahi
Tannoh Rudrah Prachodayat"

Meaning:

Gayatri mantras are protective in nature. They act like a shield surrounding the individual and protect them from all fears and dangers. The Shiv Gayatri mantra says I meditate on the Supreme Being of Lord Maha Deva. Let Lord Rudra illumine my intellect and show a clear path to proceed.

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In the Nataraja sculpture, Shiva is shown as the source of all movement within the cosmos and as the god whose doomsday dance, represented by the arch of flames, accompanies the dissolution of the universe at the end of an eon. His dance of creation is said to have been performed in Chidambaram (an important Shaiva centre in South India), a place that is identified with both the centre of the universe and the human heart.

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Mahadev. Shiva. The Destroyer of Evil. Called by different names but ultimately the Supreme Being. Being a Hindu, most of the people come across the term "Jyotirlinga" quite a few times while growing up. Shiva's Jyotirlinga is highly revered among the Hindus. A Jyotirlinga is a shrine where Lord Shiva is worshipped in the form of a Jyotirlingam. Now you would ask what a Jyotirlingam is? It is the radiant sign (phallus symbol) of The Almighty. A Jyotirlinga is a holy representation of Lord Shiva. The word 'Jyoti' means light and 'linga' means sign. Jyotirlinga is the light of Lord Shiva.

The Legend of the "Jyotirlinga" is mentioned in the Shiva Purana. When Lord Vishu and Lord Shiva were debating over who is supreme, Lord Shiva had produced a vast pillar of light and asked both of them to find the end of the light in both directions. To which, Lord Brahma lied that he found the end, but Lord Vishnu accepted defeat. Lord Shiva then cursed Lord Brahma that even though he is the creator of the Universe, he won't be worshipped. And the Jyotirlingas here are believed to have appeared from that infinite pillar of light produced by Lord Shiva.

There are 12 Jyotirlinga in India. It is believed that Lord Shiva first manifested himself on Earth on the night of the Aridra Nakshatra, thus the special reverence for the Jyotirlinga. There is no unique appearance to mark the Jyotirlingas. Many people believe that you can see these lingas as columns of fire piercing through the earth after you reach a high level of spiritual attainment. Originally there were 64 Jyotirlingas out of which 12 are considered to be highly auspicious and holy. The 12 Jyotirlinga temples in India take the name of the presiding deity. Each considered a different manifestation of Lord Shiva. The primary image as all these lingas is the "lingam" representing the beginning and end stambh pillar or the infinite nature of Lord Shiva.

12 Jyotirlingas in India with Their Location:

Somnath Jyotirlinga in Gir, Gujarat

Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga in Srisailam, Andhra Pradesh

Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh

Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga in Khanda, Madhya Pradesh

Baidyanath Jyotirlinga in Deoghar, Jharkhand

Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga in Maharashtra

Ramanathaswamy Jyotirlinga in Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu

Nageshwar Jyotirlinga in Dwarka, Gujarat

Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga in Nasik, Maharashtra

Kedarnath Jyotirlinga in Rudraprayag, Uttarakhand

Ghrishneshwar Jyotirlinga in Aurangabad, Maharashtra

1. Somnath Jyotirlinga, Gujarat

Considered to be the first of the 12 Jyotirlingas, the Somnath Temple in Gujarat is situated near Veraval in (Prabhas Kshetra) Kathiawad district. This jyotirling in Gujrat is a highly revered pilgrimage site in the country. There is a legend related to how this Jyotirling in Gujarat came into being. According to the Shiva Purana, the moon was married to 27 daughters of Daksha Prajapati, out of which he loved Rohini the most. Seeing his negligence towards the other wives, Prajapati cursed moon that it would lose all its radiance. A disturbed moon along with Rohini came to Somnath and worshipped the Sparsa Lingam after which he was blessed by Shiva to regain his lost beauty and shine. On his request, Lord Shiva assumed the name Somchandra and resided there eternally. He became famous by the name Somnath. Ever since the Somnath Jyotirlinga has been destroyed and rebuilt many times in history.

2. Mallikarjuna Jyotirlinga, Andhra Pradesh

The Mallikarjuna Temple is situated on the Shri Shaila Mountain, on the banks of the Krishna River in the southern part of Andhra Pradesh. It is also known as "Kailash of the South" and is one of the greatest Shaivite shrines in India. The presiding deities at this temple are Mallikarjuna (Shiva) and Bhramaramba (Devi). According to the Shiva Purana, Lord Ganesha was married off before Kartikeya which left Kartikeya angered. He went away to the Kraunch Mountain. All the Gods tried to console him but in vain. Ultimately Shiva-Parvati themselves travelled to the mountain but were turned away by Kartikeya. Seeing their son in such a state they were very hurt and Shiva assumed the form of a Jyotirlinga and resided on the mountain by the name of Mallikarujna. Mallika means Parvati, while Arjuna is another name of Shiva. It is believed by the people that just seeing the tip of this mountain one is emancipated of all sins and becomes free from the vicious cycle of life and death.

3. Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, Madhya Pradesh

Mahakaleshwar Temple is located on the banks of the Kshipra River, in the dense Mahakal forest in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh. This Jyotirlinga in Madhya Pradesh is an important pilgrimage site in Central India. There are a number of legends related to how this Jyotirlinga came into existence. According to the Puranas, there was a five-year-old boy Shrikar who was enthralled by the devotion of King Chandrasena of Ujjain towards Lord Shiva. Shrikar took a stone and started worshipping as Shiva. Many people tried to dissuade him in different ways, but his devotion kept growing. Pleased by his devotion, Lord Shiva assumed the form of a Jyotirlinga and resided in the Mahakal forest. The Mahakaleshwar Temple is considered significant by the Hindus for another reason. It is among one of the seven "Mukti-Sthal" - the place that can liberate a human.

4. Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga, Madhya Pradesh

Omkareshwar Temple is one of the highly revered Jyotirlinga and is located on an island called Shivapuri in the Narmada River in Madhya Pradesh. The word Omkareshwar means "Lord of Omkara" or the Lord of the Om Sound! According to the Hindu scriptures, once upon a time, there ensued a great war between the Devas and Danavas (Gods and Demons), in which the Danavas won. This was a major setback for the Devas who then prayed to Lord Shiva. Pleased with their prayer, Lord Shiva emerged in the form of Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga and defeated the Danavas. This place is thus considered to be highly sacred by the Hindus.

5. Baidyanath Jyotirlinga, Jharkhand

Vaidyanath Temple is also known as Vaijnath or Baidyanath. It is located at Deogarh in the Santal Parganas region of Jharkhand. This is one of the highly revered Jyotirlinga shrines, and the devotees believe that the sincere worship of this shrine relieves a person from all his worries and miseries. People believe that one attains moksha or salvation by worshipping this Jyotirlinga. According to a famous legend, the demon king Ravana meditated and asked Lord Shiva to come over to Sri Lanka and make it invincible. Ravana tried to take Mount Kailash with him, but Lord Shiva crushed it. Ravana asked for penance and in turn, was given of the twelve Jyotirlingas on the condition that if it was placed on the ground it would remain rooted to that spot till eternity. While transporting it to Sri Lanka, Lord Varuna entered Ravana's body and he felt an urgent need to relieve himself. Lord Vishnu came down in the form of a lad and offered to hold the lingam in the meantime. However, Vishnu placed the lingam on the ground and it got rooted to the spot. As a form of penance, Ravana cut off nine of his heads. Shiva revived him and joined the heads to the body, like a vaidya and hence this Jyotirlinga came to be known as Vaidyanath.

6. Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga, Maharashtra

The Bhimashankar Temple is located in the Sahyadri region of Pune, Maharashtra. It lies on the banks of Bhima River and is considered to be a source of this river. The legend about the existence of this Jyotirlinga is related to Kumbhakarna's son Bhima. When Bhima learned that he was the son of Kumbhakarana who was annihilated by Lord Vishnu in his incarnation as Lord Ram, he vowed to avenge Lord Vishnu. He performed penance to please Lord Brahma who granted him immense power. On achieving this power, he started creating havoc in the world. He defeated the staunch devotee of Lord Shiva- Kamrupeshwar and put him in the dungeons. This angered the Lords who requested Shiva to descend Earth and put an end to this tyranny. A war ensued between the two and Shiva ultimately put the demon to ashes. All the Gods then requested Shiva to make that place his abode. Shiva then manifested himself in the form of Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga. It is believed that the sweat which poured from Shiva's body after the battle is what formed the Bhima River.

7. Rameshwar Jyotirlinga, Tamil Nadu

Rameshwar Temple, the southernmost of the 12 Jyotirlingas, is located on the island of Rameshwaram, off the Sethu coast of Tamil Nadu. This temple is popularly known for its architecture, more prominently the long ornate corridors, towers, and 36 theerthams. This has been a time-honoured pilgrimage centre considered by many at par with Banaras. This Jyotirlinga is closely associated with Ramayana and Ram's victorious return from Sri Lanka. It is believed that Ram on his way to Sri Lanka stopped at Rameshwaram and was drinking water on the seashore when there was a celestial proclamation: "You are drinking water without worshipping me." Listening to this Ram made a linga of sand and worshipped it and asked for its blessings to defeat Ravana. He got the blessings from Lord Shiva who then turned into a Jyotirlinga and resided at the place for eternity.

8. Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, Gujarat

The Nageshwar Temple also known as Nagnath Temple is located on the route between Gomati Dwarka and the Bait Dwarka Island on the coast of Saurashtra in Gujarat. This Jyotirlinga holds special significance as it symbolises protection from all types of poison. It is believed that those who worship at this temple become free of all poisons. According to the Shiva Purana, a Shiva devotee by the name Supriya was captured by the demon Daaruka. The demon imprisoned her with several others in his capital Daarukavana. Supriya advised all prisoners to chant "Aum Namaha Shivaya" which enraged Daaruka who ran to kill Supriya. Lord Shiva manifested in front of the demon and put an end to him. Thus the Nageshwar Jyotirlinga came into being.

9. Kashi Vishwanath, Varanasi

The Kashi Vishwanath Temple is located in the most revered site in the world- Kashi! It is situated amidst the crowded lanes of the holy city of Banaras (Varanasi). More than the Ghats and Ganga of Varanasi, the Shivalinga remains the devotional focus of the pilgrims. It is believed that Banaras is the site at which the first Jyotirlinga manifested its supremacy over other gods, broke through the earth's crust and flared towards heaven. This temple is said to be the dearest to Lord Shiva, and the people believe that those who die here achieve liberation. Many believe that Shiva himself resided here and is the giver of liberation and happiness. This temple has been rebuilt several times but always continued to hold its ultimate significance.

10. Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga, Nasik

The Trimbakeshwar Temple is located about 30kms from Nasik in Maharashtra near the mountain named Brahmagiri from the river Godavari flows. This temple is considered to be a source of the river Godavari which is known as "Gautami Ganga"- the most sacred river in South India. According to the Shiva Purana, it is on the earnest request of River Godavari, Gautam Rishi and all the other Gods that Shiva decided to reside here and assumed the name Trimbakeshwar. Gautam Rishi earned a boon from Varuna in the form of a pit from which he received an inexhaustible supply of grains and food. The other Gods were rendered jealous by him and they send a cow to enter the granary. The cow was mistakenly killed by Gautam Rishi who then asked Lord Shiva to do something to purify the premises. Shiva asked Ganga to flow through the land to make it pure. Everyone thus sang praise for the Lord who then resided beside Ganga in the form of Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga. Hindus believe that this Jyotirlinga in Maharashtra is the one which fulfils everyone's desires.

11. Kedarnath Jyotirlinga, Uttarakhand

One of the holiest pilgrimage sites in India, the Kedarnath Temple is located on the Rudra Himalaya Range at the height of 12000 feet on a mountain named Kedar. It is approximately 150 miles from Hardwar. The temple enshrining the Jyotirlinga opens only six months in a year. The tradition is that while embarking on a pilgrimage to Kedarnath people first visit Yamunotri and Gangotri and brings the holy water to offer at Kedarnath. According to the legends, pleased by the severe penance of the Nara and Narayana - two incarnations of Lord Vishnu, Lord Shiva took up permanent abode in Kedarnath in the form of this Jyotirlinga. People believe that praying at this site one gets all his desire fulfilled.

12. Ghrishneshwar Jyotirlinga, Aurangabad

The Ghrishneshwar Jyotirlinga is located in a village called Verul, which lies 20 km from Daulatabad, near Aurangabad in Maharashtra. Located near this temple is the famous tourist site - Ajanta & Ellora caves. This temple was built by Ahilyabai Holkar who also rebuilt the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi. The Ghrishneshwar temple is also known by other names like Kusumeswarar, Ghushmeswara, Grushmeswara and Grishneswara. According to the Shiva Purana, a couple named Sudharm and Sudeha resided on the Devagiri Mountain. They were childless, and thus Sudeha got her sister Ghushma married to Sudharm. They bore a son who rendered Ghushma proud and Sudeha jealous of her sister. In her jealousy, Sudeha threw the son in the lake where Ghushma used to discharge 101 lingams. Ghushma prayed to Lord Shiva who ultimately returned her the son and told her of her sister's deeds. Sudharm asked Shiva to emancipate Sudeha which left Shiva pleased with his generosity. On Sudharm's request, Shiva manifested himself in the form of the Jyotirlinga and assumed the name Ghushmeshwar.

These Jyotirlingas Can be Clubbed in One Visit

Out of the 12 Jyotirlingas in India, 7 can be visited together since they are located in the neighboring states of Maharashtra, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh. This makes it quite easy and convenient to visit all of them together. These 7 Jyotirlingas are:

Somnath Jyotirlinga, Gir

Nageshwar Jyotirlinga, Dwarka

Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga, Nasik

Bhimashankar Jyotirlinga, Pune

Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga, Aurangabad

Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, Ujjain

Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga, Khanda

"Naa aadi naa ant uska, wo sabka naa inka naa unka, wahi shunya hai wahi aekaay, jiske bheetar basaa Shivaay". Visit these Jyotirlingas in your lifetime and keep chanting "Har Har Mahadev"!

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12 Jyotirlingas in India - Temples of Lord Shiva

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Mahadev. Shiva. The Destroyer of Evil. Called by different names but ultimately the Supreme Being. Being a Hindu, most of the people come across the term "Jyotirlinga" quite a few times while growing up. Shiva's Jyotirlinga is highly revered among the Hindus. A Jyotirlinga is a shrine where Lord Shiva is worshipped in the form of a Jyotirlingam.

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1. Panchakshari Shiva Mantra

ॐ नमः शिवाय – Om Namah Shivaya

Meaning – I bow to Shiva

2. Mahamrityunjaya mantra

ॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम् |
उर्वारुकमिव बन्धनान् मृत्योर्मुक्षीय मामृतात् ॥

Om Try- Ambakam Yajaamahe Sugandhim Pusstti-Vardhanam | Urvaarukam-Iva Bandhanaan Mrtyor-Mukssiiya Maa-[A]mrtaat ||

Meaning – Om, We Worship the Three-Eyed One, Who is Fragrant, Increasing the Nourishment. From these many Bondages similar to Cucumbers (tied to their Creepers), May I be Liberated from Death (Attachment to Perishable Things) So that I am not separated from the perception of Immortality (Immortal Essence pervading everywhere).

3. Rudra Mantra

ॐ नमो भगवते रूद्राय ।

Om Namo Bhagwate Rudraay

This Rudra mantra is the shortcut to please Lord Shiva. It is used to get the blessing from the Lord Rudra. Chanting this Rudra mantra is used to get your wishes fulfilled by the Lord himself.

4. Shiva Gayatri Mantra

ॐ तत्पुरुषाय विद्महे महादेवाय धीमहि तन्नो रुद्रः प्रचोदयात ।

Om Tatpurushaay Vidmahe Mahadevaay Deemahi Tanno Rudrah Prachodayat

Meaning – Om, Let me meditate on the great Purusha, Oh, greatest God, give me higher intellect, and let God Rudra illuminate my mind.

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Listen to the bhajan.
Close your eyes and picture a peaceful form of Shri Shambho

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Jai Jai Shiv Shambhu - MOST BEAUTIFUL SONG OF SHIVA

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Listen with unconditional love and compassion

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Shiva Panchakshari Mantra - Uma Mohan | Shiva Mantra | Times Music Spiritual

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12 Names of Lord Shiva

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The following 12 names of Lord Shiva also describe the 12 Jyotirlinga names, which are situated in different locations in India.

Dwadasha Namavali of Lord Shiva

॥ इति श्री शिव द्वादशनामावलिः सम्पूर्णा ॥

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12 Names of Lord Shiva | Dwadasha Namavali of Lord Shiva

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This page lists 12 names of Lord Shiva, which are collectively known as Dwadasha Namavali of Lord Shiva. These twelve names of Lord Shiva are also the names of twelve Jyotirlinga situated in India.

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Om Namah Shivaya

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Om Namah Shivaya

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Om Namah Shivaya Om Namah Shivaya Hara Hara Bole Namah Shivaya Mantra

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🔥POWERFUL 108 Names Shiva to remove all negative thoughts 🔥 Mahakatha Shiva Mantras

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Om Namah Shivay - MOST BEAUTIFUL SONG OF SHIVA

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Nine Forms of Devi Durga
𝟏. 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢

Devi 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢 is worshipped on the first lunar day of Navratri.

𝟐. 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐡𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐢

Devi 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐡𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐢 is worshipped on the second lunar day of Navratri.

𝟑. 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚

The third day of Navratri is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga in the form of Devi 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚.

𝟒. 𝐊𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚

The fourth lunar day of Navratri signifies the worship of the Devi in the form of 𝐊𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚 Mata.

𝟓. 𝐒𝐤𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐚

Devi 𝐒𝐤𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐚 is the form worshipped on the fifth day of Navratri.

𝟔. 𝐊𝐚𝐭𝐲𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧𝐢

The sixth lunar day is devoted to the worship of Devi 𝐊𝐚𝐭𝐲𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧𝐢.

𝟕. 𝐊𝐚𝐥𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢

Devi 𝐊𝐚𝐥𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢 is worshipped on the seventh day (Saptami) of Navratri.

𝟖. 𝐌𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐢

The eight day of Navratri (Ashtami) is devoted to Devi in the form of 𝐌𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐢.

𝟗. 𝐒𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐡𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢

The ninth and final day of Navratri (Naumi) is dedicated to Devi 𝐒𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐡𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢.

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𝑵𝒂𝒗𝒅𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂 (𝑵𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑮𝒐𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑫𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂)

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𝑵𝒂𝒗𝒅𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂 (𝑵𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑮𝒐𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑫𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂)

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𝟏. 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢

Devi 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢 is worshipped on the first lunar day of Navratri. She is the embodiment of the collective power of Brahma, Vishnu,and Mahesh and the Mother of Nature. After the self-immolation of Goddess Sati, Goddess Parvati took birth as the daughter of the Himalayas. In Sanskrit 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚 means mountain and thus she is known as 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢, the daughter of the mountain. She is commonly depicted on a white bull with a trishul in hand.

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𝑵𝒂𝒗𝒅𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂 (𝑵𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑮𝒐𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑫𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂)

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𝑵𝒂𝒗𝒅𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂 (𝑵𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑮𝒐𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑫𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂)

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𝟐. 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐡𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐢

Devi 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐡𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐢 is worshipped on the second lunar day of Navratri. She represents supreme immaculateness, purity, goodness, divine grace and beauty. She blesses one with knowledge, determination, happiness, and academic perseverance. She is often depicted holding a jaap mala and a kamandal.

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𝑵𝒂𝒗𝒅𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂 (𝑵𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑮𝒐𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑫𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂)

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𝑵𝒂𝒗𝒅𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂 (𝑵𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑮𝒐𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑫𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂)

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𝟑. 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚

The third day of Navratri is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga in the form of Devi 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚. 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐚 means moon which she wears a crescent moon on her forehead; the sound of her 𝐠𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚 or bell strikes fear and expels evil ones hence her name 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚. She is also portrayed bearing ten hands and riding on a tiger. She represents peace and serenity.

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𝑵𝒂𝒗𝒅𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂 (𝑵𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑮𝒐𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑫𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂)

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𝑵𝒂𝒗𝒅𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂 (𝑵𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑮𝒐𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑫𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂)

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𝟒. 𝐊𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚

The fourth lunar day of Navratri signifies the worship of the Devi in the form of 𝐊𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚 Mata. She is illustrated bearing eight hands and seated on a tiger. She emanates light and energy and is known for her contribution to the galaxy and universe as the “creator of the universe”. She blesses us with fulfilment and reassurance.

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𝑵𝒂𝒗𝒅𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂 (𝑵𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑮𝒐𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑫𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂)

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𝑵𝒂𝒗𝒅𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂 (𝑵𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑮𝒐𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑫𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂)

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𝟓. 𝐒𝐤𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐚

Devi 𝐒𝐤𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐚 is the form worshipped on the fifth day of Navratri. In this form, she is displayed seated on a lion, bearing four hands, two of which holds lotus flowers. On her lap, seats her son, Skand, leader of the divine army. Thus, she is known as 𝐒𝐤𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐚, mother of Skand or Lord Kartikeya.

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𝑵𝒂𝒗𝒅𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂 (𝑵𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑮𝒐𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑫𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂)

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𝑵𝒂𝒗𝒅𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂 (𝑵𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑮𝒐𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑫𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂)

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𝟔. 𝐊𝐚𝐭𝐲𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧𝐢

The sixth lunar day is devoted to the worship of Devi 𝐊𝐚𝐭𝐲𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐧𝐢. She is depicted seated on a lion and on one hand she holds a sword and on another hand she clutches a lotus. She is a warrior.  She appeared as the result of severe spiritual penance of the Great sage Rishi Katyayan. She is the daughter of Rishi Katyayan.

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𝑵𝒂𝒗𝒅𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂 (𝑵𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑮𝒐𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑫𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂)

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𝑵𝒂𝒗𝒅𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂 (𝑵𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑮𝒐𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑫𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂)

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𝟕. 𝐊𝐚𝐥𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢

Devi 𝐊𝐚𝐥𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢 is worshipped on the seventh day (Saptami) of Navratri. She is fierce and is portrayed in a dark hue or complexion like the night with dishevelled hair, bearing four hands, she holds a sword and is seated on a donkey. She represents peace, prayer, conquering ignorance and bestows blessings of fearlessness to her devotees. She exhales the burning flame which is the fire of truth which burns delusions.

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𝑵𝒂𝒗𝒅𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂 (𝑵𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑮𝒐𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑫𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂)

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𝑵𝒂𝒗𝒅𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂 (𝑵𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑮𝒐𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑫𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂)

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𝟖. 𝐌𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐢

The eight day of Navratri (Ashtami) is devoted to Devi in the form of 𝐌𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐢. Maha means great; Gauri means fair or beautiful one. She has a fair complexion and possesses youthfulness. She is seated on a bull and holds a trishul. She exhibits fearlessness and brings peace and solace to the hearts of her devotees.

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𝑵𝒂𝒗𝒅𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂 (𝑵𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑮𝒐𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑫𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂)

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𝑵𝒂𝒗𝒅𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂 (𝑵𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑮𝒐𝒅𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑫𝒖𝒓𝒈𝒂)

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𝟗. 𝐒𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐡𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢

The ninth and final day of Navratri (Naumi) is dedicated to Devi 𝐒𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐡𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢. She is commonly viewed seated on a lotus and has four arms. She is called 𝐒𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐡𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢 because she blesses her devotees with four forms of worldy gains which are dharm, arth, kaam, and moksha. She is worshipped for complete success in spiritual endeavours.

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All Nine Forms

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Indian mythology is full of tales that inspire awe and wonder. The tale I am about to share is one such story.

Once upon a time, thousands of years ago, there was a tyrant called Mahishasura.

He was part demon and part buffalo.

Mahishasura meditated for thousands of years so he could please Lord Brahma and in return be blessed with immortality and power.

After much penance, his plan worked.

Lord Brahma came to him and said, “I am very pleased with your devotion. Ask me any boon that you desire.”

Without batting an eyelid, the arrogant Mahishasura said, “Lord, I don’t want any man or God to be able to kill me.”

Brahma raised his hand in blessing and said, “Tathastu. So be it, my child.”

A twinkle in Brahma’s eyes gave away the fact that maybe Mahishasura had left a loophole while seeking his blessing. Time would tell.

Armed with this boon, Mahishasura considered himself immortal, as no man or God could lay hands on him. He went berserk. In his rage and pride, he practically destroyed the Earth. The lands were soon covered in his darkness and his massacres were widespread. Not only that, he chased away the Gods out of heaven.

Scared, the Gods went running to Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva and narrated their misfortune.

They pleaded for protection and said that if something was not done soon, the heavens and the earth and all the beings there, would be destroyed.

The lords Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva were hopping mad. They conferred for a moment. And then they held each other and started to radiate a blinding light. A light never seen before. A light so bright, that even the sun paled in comparison. Seeing this, the other Gods also joined in and the light shone even brighter.

Out of this beautiful light, was born the ten armed Goddess Durga, the embodiment of Adi Shakti.

Being a woman, there was nothing stopping Goddess Durga from killing Mahishasura, as his boon only protected him from men and Gods. Such was the cunning and smartness of Lord Brahma.

One by one the gods approached her and gifted her a dazzling array of weapons.

The mighty Sudarshan chakra was given to her by Lord Vishnu.

Lord Shiva gave her a dangerous Trishul.

She got a Quiver full of arrows from Lord Varuna, the God of the Sea.

Lord Yama, the God of Death, gave her a powerful Sceptre.

Lord Indra, a Thunderbolt, to rattle the earth.

Lord Vishwakarma, the Architect of the Gods, a menacing axe.

Kaal, or Time, gave her a sharp sword.

She got a kamandal, or pitcher, from Lord Brahma.

Agni gifted a flaming dart.

Airavata, Indra’s white elephant, gave Goddess Durga a bell.

Its noise helped her confuse the demons.

The mighty Himalayas gave Goddess Durga a lion to ride upon.

Armed with ten weapons gifted to her by the gods, one for each arm, she looked ready to show Mahishasura who the boss was and went into battle with him.

Durga battled Mahishasura for ten whole days.

On the tenth day, she managed to chop off his head with her sword.

At last, the balance of life was restored. Life came bouncing back on the trees, rivers, skies and the heavens.

To celebrate this victory, we perform Durga Puja every year and remember the great heroics shown by Goddess Durga.

Durga Puja is a ten day carnival in Bengal.

On the last day, Vijay Dashami, we celebrate Goddess Durga’s killing of Mahishasura.

This day is also called Dussehra and we celebrate Lord Rama killing Ravana too. Did you know that before Lord Rama went to Lanka, he prayed to Goddess Durga for her protection and blessings?

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Sarva Mangala Maangalye

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Sarva Mangal Mangalya By Anuradha Paudwal

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Colours

Significance of Navratri colors

Each of the nine days of Navratri are dedicated to the nine avatars of Goddess Durga - the Goddess of Shakti or power. Each of the nine colors of Navratri symbolizes the quality of the Devi.

Yellow: The first day of Navratri is the first incarnation of Devi – Shailaputri - daughter of the mountains. She is the absolute form of Mother Nature and symbolizes strength. Yellow is the color of brightness, happiness, and cheer. It is a wonderful way to start off the nine-day celebration.

Green: The second day of Navratri is the second incarnation of Goddess Durga – Brahmacharani – the female seeking spiritual knowledge. In this form, Goddess Durga or Parvati goes to the verdant mountains to do penance. This is where her prospective consort, Lord Shiva is. She joins him here in asceticism. Hence, green color symbolizes growth, nature, and energy.

Grey: The third incarnation of Devi is Chandraghanta. She wears a gray-colored half-moon on her forehead. The gray also symbolizes her mood, ever ready to fight to destroy the foes of her devotees.

Orange: The fourth incarnation of Goddess Durga is Kushmanda. The luminosity and brightness of this Devi, with her bewitching smile, light up the sun. She is powerful enough to live in the Sun. Hence, the color orange symbolizes her happiness and energy.

White: The fifth incarnation of Devi is Skandamata – mother of Skanda or Kartikeya, the war-god. The Devi holding her baby in her lap is a symbol of the purity of a mother’s love. It also symbolizes peace, purity, and prayer in devotees’ hearts when they worship her. Hence, the color white.

Red: The sixth incarnation of Devi is Katyayani. She is a fierce form of Goddess Durga believed to be formed out of the anger of the Gods. Therefore, the color red is associated with her. Red also symbolizes action and vigor.

Royal Blue: The seventh incarnation of Devi is Kaalratri. She is a destructive form of the Goddess and is also called Kali. Her powerful energy is embodied in the color blue.

Pink: The eighth incarnation of Devi is Mahagauri. She is the fulfiller of all desires. The color pink symbolizes hope and freshness of perspective.

Purple: The ninth incarnation of Devi is Siddhidatri. She is the giver of knowledge and helps you achieve your aspirations. Hence, the color purple represents ambition and power.

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Ya Devi Sarva Bhuteshu

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Maa Durga Mantra !! देवी मंत्र !! या देवी सर्व भूतेषु  #BhaktiDarshan

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Sarva Mangala Maangalye
Shive Sarvartha Sadhike
Sharanya Tryambake Gauri
Narayani Namastute

Ya devi sarva bhuteshu

Maatree roopena sansthitha

Namastasyai namastasyai

Namastasyai namo namah

Ya devi sarva bhuteshu

Chhaya roopena sansthitha

Namastasyai namastasyai

Namastasyai namo namah

Ya devi sarva bhuteshu

Tushtee roopena sansthitha

Namastasyai namastasyai

Namastasyai namo namah

Ya devi sarva bhuteshu

Kantee roopena sansthitha

Namastasyai namastasyai

Namastasyai namo namah

Ya devi sarva bhuteshu

Shakti roopena sansthitha

Namastasyai namastasyai

Namastasyai namo namah

Ya devi sarva bhuteshu

Lakshmi roopena sansthitha

Namastasyai namastasyai

Namastasyai namo namah

Ya devi sarva bhuteshu

Smriti roopena sansthitha

Namastasyai namastasyai

Namastasyai namo namah

Ya devi sarva bhuteshu

Shraddha roopena sansthitha

Namastasyai namastasyai

Namastasyai namo namah

Ya devi sarva bhuteshu

Lajja roopena sansthitha

Namastasyai namastasyai

Namastasyai namo namah

Ya devi sarva bhuteshu

Dayaa roopena sansthitha

Namastasyai namastasyai

Namastasyai namo namah

Ya devi sarva bhuteshu

Buddhi roopena sansthitha

Namastasyai namastasyai

Namastasyai namo namah

Ya devi sarva bhuteshu

Shanti roopena sansthitha

Namastasyai namastasyai

Namastasyai namo namah

Please copy this mantra in your Religious Education books.

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My mind takes me on a trip long ago,

When I last saw these beautiful walls,

In my youthful days.

It was my playground....

Since my heart leapt in bliss,

Climbing my imagination

When love and devotion knew no bounds

An eagle beyond the mountains

Praying with my friends

Making offerings to Devi Durga.

Daily reciting prayers,

Like a songbird singing songs,

Praising the Divine Mother.

As chatting children clasped their hands,

Then closed their eyes

Raised their voices,

In silent, soundlessly singing

They meditated,

Praying with compassion,

Focusing on one form.

The Divine Devi Durga herself,

Dressed in her red, green sari.

Like diamonds her eyes twinkle

Sitting on her tiger

Her serene face glows like a million stars.

Her hair flows like a gentle graceful gully.

Her smile captures our little hearts

As we pray,

Punditji says think thoughtfully

Concentrate centre your mind,

We listen and follow.

To capture our imagination,

For memorable moments

We were engaged in devotion.

Making offerings,

Listening to the ladies lustily sing

Remembering the tranquil temple

Beyond my childhood days.

Questions

1. Where did the poet visit?

2. Quote a line in the poem that describes Devi Durga.

3. What literary device was used in stanza one of the poem? Quote a line to support your answer.

4. What do you think happened to the poet when this place was visited?

5. What type of hair looks like a gentle graceful gully?

6. If you were visiting a temple, how would you know if you had the children’s attention? Quote a line in the poem.

7. What is the mood of the poet in the last stanza? Give a reason for your answer.

8. Which line suggests that poet has grown old?

9. Quote a line that shows the use of alliteration.

10. If you were asked to give this poem a title what would you choose?

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Nine Forms of Devi Durga
Om Shri Shailputri Deviyaye Namah

Om Shri Brahmacharini Deviyaye Namah

Om Shri Chandraghanta Deviyaye Namah

Om Shri  Kushmanda Deviyaye Namah

Om Shri  Skandmata Deviyaye Namah

Om Shri Katyayani Deviyaye Namah

Om Shri  Kaalratri Deviyaye Namah

Om Shri  Mahagauri Deviyaye Namah

Om Shri  Siddhidhatri Deviyaye Namah

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Bhor Bhayi Din Chad Gaya |  Ambe Maa Aarti | Vidhi Sharma | Devotional/ Spiritual Music

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Bhor Bhayi Din Chad Gaya |  Ambe Maa Aarti | Vidhi Sharma | Devotional/ Spiritual Music

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Symbolism

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1. According to the Graphic Chart, who is Devi Durga?
2. What are four attributes of Devi Durga?
3. How can you pray to her according to the chart?
4. When do you pray to her?
5. Why do you think devotees pray to her during Nav Raatri?
6. Who gave her weapons?
8. What can you add to this chart?
9. Where do you think you will see this image?
10. Please complete the analogy below:
Lord Vishnu is to Devi Lakshmi,
As Lord Mahadev is to ...............   ............................

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Video Link

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शांति मंत्र - "Shanti Mantra" - Sarvesham Svastir Bhavatu - Very Peaceful Mantra - Sacred Chants

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Daily Observances

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Om Voices
Lyrics

Ya devi sarvabhuteshu vishnu-mayeti sadbita - 2
Namas tasyai, namas tasyai, namas tasyai namo namah
Ya devi sarvabhuteshu shakti - rupena samsthita
Namas tasyai, namas tasyai, namas tasyai namo namah
Ya devi sarvabhuteshu bhakti - rupena samsthita
Namas tasyai, namas tasyai, namas tasyai namo namah
Ya devi sarvabhuteshu matri - rupena samsthita
Namas tasyai, namas tasyai, namas tasyai namo namah
Ya devi sarvabhuteshu shanti - rupena samsthita
Namas tasyai, namas tasyai, namas tasyai namo namah
Ya devi sarvabhuteshu daya - rupena samsthita
Namas tasyai, namas tasyai, namas tasyai namo namah
Ya devi sarvabhuteshu shraddha - rupena samsthita
Namas tasyai, namas tasyai, namas tasyai namo namah
Ya devi sarvabhuteshu lajja - rupena samsthita
Namas tasyai, namas tasyai, namas tasyai namo namah
Ya devi sarvabhuteshu jaati - rupena samsthita
Namas tasyai, namas tasyai, namas tasyai namo namah
Ya devi sarvabhuteshu lakshmi - rupena samsthita
Namas tasyai, namas tasyai, namas tasyai namo namah
Ya devi sarvabhuteshu nidra - rupena samsthita
Namas tasyai, namas tasyai, namas tasyai namo namah
Namas tasyai, namas tasyai, namas tasyai namo namah...

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Jaiya Devi Durga Gauri Shankari Parvathi

Lyrics:

Jaya Devi Durga Gauri Shankari Parvathi

Bhuvana Mohini Lalitha Lakshmi Kalavathi

Jaya Devi Durga Gauri Shankari Parvathi

Kamala Kamini Hari Narayani Bhagavathi

Veda Mata Veda Daata Bharathi

Veda Mata Vidya Dayini Bharathi

Hamsa Vahini Veena Paani Saraswathi

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Sai Bhajan - Jaya Devi Durga Gauri Shankari Parvathi

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Please copy this in your Religious Education books:

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Bhajan
Put your hands together and close your eyes.

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Lata Mangeshkar   Shri Ram Shri Ram   Shri Ramchandra Krupalu Bhajman Haran Bhavbhay Darunam

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Childhood Of Lord Rama-Mythological story For Kids

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Please listen to this Bhajan for the removal of diseases. (COVID-19)

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रोग नाशक मंत्र | रोगान शेषान |  Rog Nashak Durga Mantra 108 Times | Madhvi Madhukar Jha

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Mahishasura Mardini Stotram

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Mahishasura Mardini Stotram with Engish Lyrics - New (Complete version)

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Pictures are used for educational purposes.

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Put your hands together and close your eyes.
Mantra:

OM Aanjaneyaya Vidmahe Vayu Putrayaa Dheemahi

Tanno Hanumat Prachodayat

Meaning;

O, the son of Anjana and Vayu, please I pray to you for intellect and knowledge.

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Hanuman Gayatri Mantra With Lyrics | Popular Devotional Hanuman Bhajan | हनुमान गायत्री मंत्र