Chandi Path
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The Chandi Path is a powerful and revered ritual from Hinduism that involves the recitation of verses from the Devi Mahatmya, a section of the Markandeya Purana that extols the greatness of Goddess Durga or Devi. If you're planning to perform a Chandi Path puja at a temple, here's a list of common items (Samagri) you might need:
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Devi Mahatmya Book: The scripture containing the verses to be recited during the puja.
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Murti or Image of Goddess Durga: A representation of the deity for the puja.
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Chandi Path Book: A book containing the verses of the Chandi Path for the priest and participants to follow along.
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Flowers: Offered to the deity and used for decoration.
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Incense Sticks and Camphor: Used for performing the aarti (ceremonial waving of light) during the puja.
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Coconut: Offered to the deity and later broken as part of the ritual.
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Fruits: Offered to the deity and distributed as prasad (blessed food) among the attendees.
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Sweets and Dry Fruits: As part of the prasad and offerings.
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Dhoop (Incense) and Agarbatti (Incense Sticks): Used to create a fragrant atmosphere during the puja.
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Lamps/Diyas and Oil/Ghee: Used for performing the aarti and lighting.
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Red Cloth and Sari: Traditional attire for the goddess's representation.
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Kumkum (Red Vermilion Powder) and Sandalwood Paste: Used for tilak (forehead mark) and decoration.
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Rice and Unbroken Rice (Akshat): Offered to the deity during the puja.
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Milk, Yogurt, Ghee, Honey, and Sugar (Panchamrita): Used for bathing the deity.
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Silver or Copper Kalasha (Pot): Used for holding water and other sacred substances.
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Bell: Used during the puja to invoke positive energies.
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Traditional Puja Utensils: Plates, bowls, spoons, and other utensils for performing the rituals.
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Red Thread (Moli) or Sacred Thread: Used to tie around the wrist as protection and blessings.
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Havan Kund (Fire Pit): If a fire ritual (havan) is planned.
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Bilva Leaves and Belpatra Garland: Offered to the deity as they are sacred to Devi.
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Sacred Water: Usually taken from a holy water source or collected during a previous puja.
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Ganga Jal (Holy Water from the Ganges): Used for purification and offerings.
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Silver or Brass Plate: Used for placing offerings during the puja.
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Panchapatra and Udharani: Ritualistic utensils for offering water to the deity.
It's important to note that Chandi Path is a complex ritual, and if you're not familiar with the procedures, it's recommended to consult a knowledgeable priest or spiritual guide who can guide you through the process and provide proper guidance on the specific requirements for performing the Chandi Path puja at the temple.