My Neighborhood Watch #40 - Reporting Events Around us
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In last few days another festival was celebrated by local Purohit and Sanatan Dal in collab with Panchanantala Temple Committee. It was Maa Chandi that was worshipped.
The most important ritual to honour Chandi Mata by offering sacrificial fire or homam where people burn their precious items symbolically. As if they sacrifice for their mother arrival.
The idols are made of Clay. The pran is first consecrated in the image. The pandits and Purohit also chant Chandi mantra, shloka and hymns.
It is said in many places in Sanatan history that in the olden times, gods and demons used this yajna continuously to be strong and energetic. The Brahmin who performs the Chandi text should be a scholar who can pronounce the text correctly, so that benefits can be obtained.
Maa Durga is called the goddess of power. The yagya which is performed to please Durga ji are called Chandi Yagya. Shat Chandi Yagya, Nav Chandi Yagya is described as very powerful in Sanatan Dharma. It has been said in the Vedas about its glory that after continuous Chandi Yagya, your enemies cannot harm you.
Today was the immersion day. It is done in two ways in the morning mother chandi face is reflected on mirror floating in water. But the idol will be immersed into pond water. Before immersion married women will Baran the idol step by step. First they will revolve arround the image seven times. Then ladies will love and hug her with bettle leaf on her face. Then godess will be feed sweets and pan.
Finally they will whisper in her ear to ask her come again next year. The red sindhur will be exchanged among the married women for the long life and good health of their husbands and other members of family.
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Wawaooo, Celebration is one of the factors that motivate People action of doing more, it a gratitude for what you have, I appreciate your kind gesture to bring on board this happing around your area,
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Wow, celebration is good I life especially when we celebrate culture like marriage and other festival,it give joy and happiness, is in life to experience celebration in certain days, you really write well dear,,you post attracted me, best wishes
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@Impersonal, your vivid depiction of the Maa Chandi festival is captivating. The intricate rituals and cultural significance you shared offer a rich insight into Indian traditions. Your detailed narrative and accompanying images paint a vivid picture, making the reader feel immersed in the celebration. Well done!
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Thank you for sharing the vibrant celebrations and rituals of Maa Chandi in your neighborhood. It's fascinating to learn about the cultural traditions and practices observed during such festivals. The immersion ceremony sounds like a beautiful and meaningful way to conclude the festivities. Keep up the excellent work in documenting and sharing these events with the community.
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It's fascinating to learn about the vibrant celebrations of Maa Chandi in your neighborhood. The photos beautifully capture the essence of the rituals and traditions involved. It's heartening to see the community come together to honor and worship. The immersion day rituals, especially the symbolism behind them, are touching and reflect the strong cultural bonds within the community. Thank you for sharing this glimpse into your neighborhood festivities!
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