2023 Maha Ashtami Vrat: Be Aware Of Prosperous Hours And Rituals
The Ashtami fast has special importance during Shardiya Navratri, which begins on Sunday, October 22. Navratri began on October 15. When Pandit Manotpal Jha was contacted by News18, he confirmed that the Maha Ashtami fast would begin on October 21 at 8:00 p.m. Sanatan Dharma, however, celebrates festivals according to the rising sun. Following an eight-day fast without water, the Maha Ashtami fast is held on October 22 in order to adore Maa Durga. This technique is said to bring fame, fortune, and other benefits.
In comparison to all other fasts, the Ashtami fast carries great power, according to Pandit Manotpal Jha. Regardless of one’s origin, it is recognized as being important. This fast is really important, whether you’re looking for health or relief from diseases, problems, or other difficulties. As a result, women refrain from drinking water during this fast and prepare their gifts in the evening, which often include Arwa rice, Dubri, and turmeric. They go to the shrine of Durga Mata, light a lamp, and make their offerings while expressing their sincere desires.
Pandit Jha emphasized that this Maha Ashtami fast is not a routine spiritual exercise; rather, it is a challenging and very gratifying one. Between around 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. is the best time to observe the Maha Ashtami fast. Women may go to the temple at this time and give Khoichha to the Mother Goddess, which is very fortunate and helpful. On such days, there are other periods like 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., but the evening is the most fortunate time to make this giving. Therefore, it is advised to offer Khoichha to the Goddess Durga this evening.
It’s crucial to begin Ashtami by having a cleansing bath, participating in worship and meditation, and saying these mantras to invite Goddess Lakshmi’s grace: “I pay my respects to the goddess who resides in the form of Lakshmi within all living beings.”
One should chant the following mantra in order to conquer numerous obstacles, sicknesses, and even to triumph over enemies. एवमेव त्वया कार्यमस्मद्वैरिविनाशनम. या देवी सर्वभूतेषु सर्वशक्ति रुपए सदस्यता लक्ष्मी रूपेण संस्थिता…(O Supreme Goddess, who lives as Lakshmi inside all creatures and has the ability to put an end to all problems, please destroy our adversaries. We want your presence and benefits since you are every living thing’s incarnation of all powers and grace.
