Kushmanda is the fourth form of the mother goddess and is worshiped on the fourth day of Navaratri.

Kushmanda is the fourth form of the mother goddess and is worshiped on the fourth day of Navaratri. The meaning of the name ‘Ku-shm-anda’ is as follows: ‘Ku’ = a little; ‘ushma’ = ‘warmth’; ‘anda’ = ‘the cosmic egg’. So she is considered the creator of the universe. The universe was no more than a void full of darkness, until her light spreads in all directions like rays from the sun. Often she is depicted as having eight or ten hands. She holds weapons, glitter, rosary, etc., in her hands, and she rides a lion.

DEVI

DEVI

Somewhere in the mountains,
a golden tiger brought
his rider
to the Lord.
And the Lord saluted Devi, saying
you,
are mine own god……

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Ah Durge~
we
do not know all
thy visions and thy graces
less still thy names.
Life’s each new turn
unfolds yet,
You
Once again!
and we,
bewildered thus
a child ….so remain.
Somewhere from the mountains,
a golden tiger came.

THEN TIE HIM IN THE KNOT OF LOVE

THEN TIE HIM IN THE KNOT OF LOVE

Then tie Him in the knot of love,
this God who remains forever aloof!
Never here, nor there, nor below, nor above.
Tie Him in the knot of love,
so He shall know
the beating of the heart of life.
This mad rush of joy, He Himself made
in the timeless day,
and then
absented from the play.
Just tie Him in the knot of love!
To 'Her', all the Devatas pray.

HE HEARD HIS OWN STORIES AND SMILED

HE HEARD HIS OWN STORIES AND SMILED

So many times on His mountain sojourns, He had chanced upon a singing shepherd, or a wandering minstrel, singing of Shiva!
Sometimes, as a bonus, even lovelorn women sang His praises, when they actually prayed for another suitor; because he was said to be one who could grant their wish!
And He was amused by the stories He heard about Himself.
There were all sorts of things talked about Him, and He generally liked most of it, just because of the possibility it offered. It gave Him a strange excitement; this fact that others were suggesting what He was; and that as a corollary, there was actually a chance to choose one’s own act from so many suggested plots.

WHO CAN KNOW THE ORIGIN OF SHIVA?

WHO CAN KNOW THE ORIGIN OF SHIVA?

“Truly Gurudeva, Shiva is a great enigma,” said Shaunaka.
“Yes,” Suta continued, “No one was ever sure of His antiquity, or His antecedents; none knew who His parents were, or if He was actually a sibling to the Vedic Gods. Some said He was Brahma’s son, others asserted He was Swayambhu, the Self-created, who, after manifesting Himself, in fact, created Brahma also.”
“So what is the truth, Gurudeva? Who created who?”
“No one could know for sure,” said Suta. “Every search for Him spiraled into a concentricity of a higher realm. Even after hearing about Him endlessly, one would come back to the same mystery.” Shaunaka noticed that Suta was gently spinning his own head in a circle as if to signal the concentric nature of Shiva.
“What was His story, really? Where were His origins? Why was He called Rudra the terrible, in one breath and also Pasupati, Lord of all creatures, in another?” Suta looked at Shaunaka piercingly.
“His one thousand and eight other epithets that had astounding ramifications in their tributes, left so many tracks to follow.
He seemed to be all-pervasive.
This Omnipresence had a magical effect; it veiled Him.”

If you need to shield yourself from negative energies and thoughts, Maybe you want to uplift your mood and be happy, or perhaps you are looking for freedom from fear, then start chanting Maa Durga Mantras.

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If you need to shield yourself from negative energies and thoughts, Maybe you want to uplift your mood and be happy, or perhaps you are looking for freedom from fear, then start chanting Maa Durga Mantras. Durga Mantras are not just a string of random Sanskrit words. These are words with great power, with the potential to solve your issues and relax your mind. For this reason, hymns to the goddess Durga are famous and proven to be very effective in comparison to other Mantras. Strength and power are the main boons got from Durga Mantra. Chanting it with full faith and concentration will slowly bring about a positive change in your attitude. Reciting this mantra provides you with protection from negative energies. Maa Durga Mantras blesses you with power, prosperity and positive energy. Theses Mantra are often used in Tantric prayers so they are very powerful as they invoke Shakti. This Mantra helps build inner power. Chant Maa Shakti Mantras to block negative thoughts and banish ignorance. Should you find yourself wracked with nervousness and fear, you can use the Mantra for instant relief! This mantra protects not just you but also helps you attain salvation, the ultimate aim of life.

"Om Aeem Hreem Kleem Chamundayai Vichchai" This is the most well-known mantra chanted in honor of goddess Durga. To put it simply, it calls upon the combined powers of the trishakti (trinity) of MahaSaraswati, Maha Lakshmi and Maha Kali. Aeem invokes Maha Saraswati, Hreem invokes Maha lakshmi and Kleem invokes Maha kali. A literal translation asks these three powerful goddesses to bless one with knowledge, wealth and protection from evil.

"Om Sarva Mangala Mangalye Shive Sarvatha Sadhike, Sharanye Tryambake Gauri Narayani Namo-stute " ~ Oh Gauri Maa! Consort of Lord Shiva, You who bestows auspiciousness in all, And fulfill everyone's wishes, I prostrate myself before Thee, Take me under your care!! 📿🕉✨🌀🐅🐚🎨
Om Shiva Om Shakti Namah Shivaya Namah Shakti ! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Part of the practice of yoga is recognizing the chakras, which are a fundamental aspect of achieving inner peace and balance.

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Part of the practice of yoga is recognizing the chakras, which are a fundamental aspect of achieving inner peace and balance. Chakra is the Sanskrit word for ‘wheel’ and there are seven chakras arranged vertically in the body from the base of the spine to the top of the head. Chakras are thought of as spinning vortexes of energy that, when balanced, lead to higher consciousness and peace.

Third eye chakra is located on the head between the eyebrows and is associated with imagination, intuition, concentration and focus. Ajna, the Sanskrit word meaning ‘to perceive’, is symbolized by an indigo lotus flower with two petals. This chakra is where two nadi, or energy channels, Ida and Pingala merge with the central nadi, Sushumna. This intersection becomes the centre that controls all higher mental activities, including emotional and mental intelligence, psychic abilities, and insight.

The third eye is the body’s centre of command for thinking and perceiving. Its balance is important for everyday function and meditation. Because the third eye chakra governs the brain, ears, eyes, nose, pituitary and pineal glands, and the neurological system, the physical dysfunctions associated with imbalance or blockages can be severe. Headaches, eyestrain, panic, depression, and nightmares are all linked to the ajna chakra primarily because the pineal gland is in charge of producing the hormones serotonin (mood) and melatonin (sleep patterns). These brain chemicals, when unbalanced, cause such dysfunctions. The third eye chakra deals with self-knowledge, action of ideas, detachment, intuitive reasoning, visualisation, wisdom, intellect, and understanding. A person with a balanced third eye chakra has a keen intellect, strong intuition, active imagination, and deep spiritual awareness. ✨👁🌀🙏🏻🎨
Hari Om Tat Sat ~ Jai Trayambaka Mahadev! 🙏🏻🙏🏻