New Delhi. The fast of Masik Durgashtami is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga. On this day, the devotees of the goddess observe this fast with utmost devotion and purity. Also, worship Goddess Durga. Masik Durga Ashtami is celebrated every month on the Ashtami Tithi of Shukla Paksha.
This month it (Masik Durgashtami 2024) is being celebrated on 14th July, 2024 i.e. today, so let us know some important things related to this date -
Monthly Durgashtami auspicious yoga
According to the Hindu calendar, on the monthly Durgashtami i.e. 14th July, Vijay Muhurat will be from 02:45 pm to 03:40 pm. At the same time, Amrit Kaal Muhurat will be from 12:28 pm to 02:17 pm. Along with this, Abhijit Muhurat will be from 11:59 am to 12:54 pm.
Monthly Durgashtami Puja Vidhi
The fasting person should wake up early in the morning and take a bath. Clean your house and temple before starting the puja rituals. Take an altar and place the idol of Goddess Durga on it. Perform the Abhishekam of the Goddess. Apply a tilak of kumkum to her. Light a lamp of desi ghee and offer a hibiscus flower to Maa Durga. Offer white sweets, dry fruits and five seasonal fruits. Chant various Devi mantras to please the Goddess.
Also, recite Durga Saptashati to get relief from troubles. Apart from this, go to Durga temple and offer makeup items and take her blessings.
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