Navratri first day: Maa Shailputri mantra, puja vidhi, and bhog items [Explained]

Shailputri mantra, images, bhog: On the first day of Navratri, devotees worship Maa Shailputri with rituals like Kalash Sthapana, offering bhog, and reciting the Shailputri Mantra for divine blessings and harmony.

Maa Shailputri image for Navratri first day puja | Pic courtesy: AI

Mumbai: Sharadiya Navratri begins on 3rd October, marking the first day with the worship of Maa Shailputri. Known for her compassion and grace, Maa Shailputri radiates a divine glow. She is depicted holding a lotus in her left hand and a trident in her right, riding a bull as her vahana. Maa Shailputri, the daughter of the mighty Himalayas, is also recognised as Devi Parvati. She blesses her devotees by removing their sorrows and hardships.

On the first day of Navratri, devotees perform the puja of Maa Shailputri along with Ghatasthapana (establishing the holy Kalash). The Kalash marks the beginning of the Navratri celebrations. To begin the puja, wake up early, take a bath, and decorate the temple. After the Kalash is set, begin the worship by placing a vermillion mark on the idol or picture of Maa Shailputri and offer red flowers. Offer fruits and sweets, light a lamp of ghee, and recite the Durga Chalisa. Finally, take a vow for fasting.

Maa Shailputri photo

Maa Shailputri Bhog

Maa Shailputri is closely associated with the Moon and is offered white-coloured foods. Devotees often prepare kheer (rice pudding), rasgullas, and patashe (sugar candies) as part of the bhog (offering). For improved health and longevity, it is recommended to offer ghee made from cow’s milk or sweets prepared using this ghee.

Maa Shailputri Mantra

Reciting the mantra dedicated to Maa Shailputri helps invoke her blessings and bring peace to life. Here’s the main prayer and the mantra for her worship:

Primary Mantra:

“Om Aim Hreem Kleem Chamundayai Vichche Om Shailaputri Devyai Namah.”

Upasana Mantra:

“Vande Vanchhitalabhaya Chandrardhakritashekharam |
Vrisharoodham Shooladharam Shailaputrim Yashasvinim ||”

Chanting these mantras during the puja is believed to cleanse the mind and soul, and bring prosperity.

Significance of Maa Shailputri’s Worship

Worshipping Maa Shailputri on the first day of Navratri brings stability in life. Devotees believe that by praying to her, their marital life becomes harmonious, and happiness fills their homes. Ritual worship also helps awaken the Muladhara Chakra (Root Chakra), which has profound spiritual benefits. Additionally, the first-day prayers to Maa Shailputri are said to remove any negative effects related to the Moon, bringing good fortune and success.

This article provides a complete guide on the rituals, significance, and benefits of worshipping Maa Shailputri, helping devotees seek her blessings on the first day of Navratri.

(Disclaimer: The information in this article is based on religious beliefs and practices. It is advised to follow rituals according to personal faith.)

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