Goddess Brahmacharini is worshiped on the second day of Sharadiya Navratri. This form is a symbol of penance, restraint and knowledge. She was the daughter of the Himalayas and Ardhangini of Lord Shiva. Through severe penance, she attained Shiva as her husband. She holds a chanting and a kamandal, which is a symbol of meditation and practice. It is said that whoever worships Goddess Brahmacharini with full mind and devotion and receives her blessings, he can also achieve impossible.
Rules of worship of Goddess Brahmacharini
According to the scriptures, if a person makes these three big mistakes on the second day of Navratri, ie on the day of worship of Goddess Brahmacharini, then his penance, prayer and practice of years can be meaningless. Come, let us look at the three important things to keep in mind the day of worship of Goddess Brahmacharini.
1. Violation of food and celibacy
On the second day of Navratri, on the day of worship of Maa Brahmacharini, if a fast eats excessive food, consumes meat and liquor, or does not follow the rules of celibacy, then her fast becomes fruitless. It is said in the Padma Purana, “Madya Manasam Na Sevat Vratanan Brahmacharini”, that is, consuming alcohol and meat during the fast destroys the fast. From a modern perspective, satvic food during fasting keeps the mind and body energetic and calm, while tamasic food increases energy, leading to negative thoughts.
2. Ego and anger strong
On the second day of Navratri, that is, on the day of worship of Mother Brahmacharini, if a man or woman becomes angry during worship, or egoism calls someone bad, her fast is dissolved immediately. According to the scriptures, “Ego: Supreme Wicked Anger or Destroy” means that ego and anger immediately destroy penance. According to modern psychology, anger disturbs peace of mind during worship.
3. Inaccurate or error in chanting mantra
In addition, if a person chants mantras incorrectly during the worship of Goddess Brahmacharini on the second day of Navratri or leaves them incomplete, then he does not receive the grace of Goddess Brahmacharini and thus worship becomes invalid. According to modern science, chanting of mantras should be done in the right tone and rhythm; If not doing so, their vibrations can affect the mind and brain.