The Mother Goddess is worshiped for nine days on the holy days of Navratri. Nine days (17 October 2020 to 25 October 2020), devotees fast and worship rituals to please the mother during this time.
According to religious beliefs, worshiping the nine forms of the mother for nine days of Navratri and observing fast keep peace and happiness at home. The mother fulfills all the wishes of her devotees. Along with worship in Navratri, rule-restraint is also very important.
According to religious beliefs, there are specific rules for those observing the fast of Navratri, which must be followed. According to the scriptures, if the devotees who follow these rules have the grace of Matarani and their wishes are fulfilled.
Follow these 6 rules in Navratri fast-
1- Respect Girls / Women-
In Indian tradition, girls are considered as the form of Mother Durga. This is the reason that people attain virtue by worshiping Kanya or Kanjak in Navratri. On the day of Navratri, all women have the appearance of some of the other goddesses.
Therefore, the feeling of disrespect towards any girl or woman should not come to mind. Girls should be considered as goddesses, and they should bow to their hearts. Even in our scriptures, it is said that Yatra Narayastu Poojayante Ramante Tatra Deity.
2- Put your mind in religious work-
It is believed that a person observing fast should study religious texts for nine days instead of spending his time on material things. These days one can recite Durga Chalisa of Durga Saptasati.
3- Do not leave home alone
If you have established a Kalash (Ghat) in the house or have placed a mother’s post or a monolithic light, it must have one person near it. During this, anyone must stay in the house for nine days. Sleeping during the day is also forbidden.
4- Avoid tamasic food-
According to religious beliefs, special care should be taken of Satvik during the holy days of Navratri. It is important to have your sattvik in diet, behavior, and thought. You should not eat tamasic food like non-veg, onion-garlic, and liquor these days. At least for nine days of Navratri, a completely sattvic diet should be taken.
5- Keep control over sexual desire
During Navratri, it was also considered necessary to control the work spirit. Both women and men should observe celibacy during Navratri. If possible, sleep on a separate bed.
6 – Do not get angry during the fast-
Many people are unable to control anger and create an atmosphere of discord during Navratri. Such people should avoid getting angry during the fast for at least nine days. Maybe keep maximum silence fast or at least talk. There is a lack of physical energy in the fast; in this case, speaking more during the fast can cause more weakness in your body. Therefore it is considered best to fast peacefully.
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