The tales of Devi symbolise the power of good over evil.
Bestowal of wealth, grains and children.Protection from enemies, fire and flood.Manifestation of Devi’s presence at the place of recitation.The 12th chapter of Durga Saptashati is Pahala Shruti, which speaks about the benefits of reciting this sacred text, as revealed by Devi Herself to the gods. These chapters of Durga Saptashati, the story of Devi’s glory are also recited during Chandi Homa, performed on the 8th day ( ashtami) of Navratri. Ninth day – Chapter 13 – Devi blessing Raja Suratha and Vaishya (merchant)ĭevi Aparadha kshama stotram is recited on the 10th day (Vijayadashami – Dusshera) Sixth day – Chapter 9 and 10 – Shumbh Nishumbh VadhĮighth day – Chapter 12 – Phala Shruti – benefits of recital Third day – Chapter 5 and 6 – Dhumralochan Vadh Second day – Chapter 2, 3, 4 – Mahishasura Samhar Navangam is a procedure where nine prayers are recited, prior to the reciting of the main text.Īfter reciting the above prayers, the chapters of Durga Saptashati are read.ĭurga Saptasati is also recited during Navratri with the chapters divided among the nine days.įirst day – Chapter -1 – Madhu Kaithabh Samhar Thereon the 13 chapters of Durga Saptashati are recited. Trayangam is a procedure where one recites Devi Kavacham, Argala Stotram and Devi Keelakam, along with Navakshari mantram. Procedure of reciting Durga Saptashatiĭurga Saptashati is traditionally recited in two ways She kills some demons through the tamasic avatar of Goddess Vishnu Maya, some through the rajasic avatar of Goddess Lakshmi and some through the sattvik avatar of Goddess Saraswati. The Devi defeats and kills through different avatars. Consisting of 13 chapters, the book recounts the Devi’s tales of valor through 700 stanzas. Compiled and penned by Ved Vyasa (the author of the Mahabharata) the Durga Saptashati is found in the Markandeya Purana. These tales went on to be called the Durga Saptshati in the North which is also known as the Devi Mahatmya in South India and Chandi in West Bengal. At those times, when the devas prayed for an intervention from a higher power, the Goddess Durga appeared and fought for the welfare of the universe.Īs She fought, She created tales of adventure and awe that continue to thrill Her devotees and invoke deep faith in them.
According to legend, the Devi or the Divine Mother waged ravaging wars against horrifying demons who wrecked the peace of the universe now and then.
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