Today is Ashwin Shukla Ashtami, Phulpati, celebrated as the eighth day of Navadurga Puja. Every year, this day is observed with great significance, marking the start of the main rituals from Saptami to Navami during Navadurga Puja. Today, on October 10, 2024, Thursday, the celebration of Phulpati is underway.

Significance of Phulpati

Phulpati is a day dedicated to the special worship of Goddess Durga. On this day, Goddess Kalratri, the eighth incarnation of Durga, is worshiped as a symbol of power. Kalratri is believed to lead the world from darkness to light. Devotees believe that her worship destroys fear, negative forces, and destructive elements.

Phulpati Rituals and Procedures

On Phulpati, sacred flowers, leaves, and plants are brought into homes and temples and installed for worship. These offerings, known as Phulpati, are placed in the prayer room and offered to Goddess Durga. Typically, garlands, rice grains, incense, lamps, food offerings, and fruits are dedicated.

1. In the early morning, devotees take a bath and purify themselves for the puja.
2. The idol or picture of Goddess Durga is installed in a sacred place.
3. Phulpati offerings, which include bel leaves, rice stalks, banana leaves, and goose feathers, are placed in the worship room.
4. The Goddess is worshiped with the five or sixteen offerings (Panchopachar or Shodashopachar), including incense, lamps, flowers, sandalwood paste, food offerings, etc.
5. Special mantras for Goddess Kalratri are chanted, believed to bring peace, prosperity, and protection to the home.
6. In the evening, it is customary to recite the Durga Saptashati or Chandi Path, which is believed to please the Goddess.

Important Actions

On this day, the worship of the Goddess is especially focused on invoking her power and prosperity. Additionally, devotees are encouraged to engage in acts that bring peace, security, and positive energy to their homes and society. Phulpati represents the cultural and religious aspects of the festival, celebrated with joy and excitement.

Prayers for Peace and Prosperity in the Family and Society

Phulpati is considered a symbol of harmony and peace in the family and society. On this day, special prayers are offered to the Goddess for the well-being of all family members. Worshiping Goddess Kalratri is believed to dispel negative energies and destructive forces, bringing positivity and prosperity.

This year, Phulpati is being celebrated on Thursday, October 10, which marks the beginning of the main days of Dashain. With Phulpati, the festive spirit of Dashain intensifies, and special rituals and prayers continue until Navami to seek the blessings of the Goddess.

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