Chandi Path

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:

  1. Devi Mahatmya Book: The scripture containing the verses to be recited during the puja.

  2. Murti or Image of Goddess Durga: A representation of the deity for the puja.

  3. Chandi Path Book: A book containing the verses of the Chandi Path for the priest and participants to follow along.

  4. Flowers: Offered to the deity and used for decoration.

  5. Incense Sticks and Camphor: Used for performing the aarti (ceremonial waving of light) during the puja.

  6. Coconut: Offered to the deity and later broken as part of the ritual.

  7. Fruits: Offered to the deity and distributed as prasad (blessed food) among the attendees.

  8. Sweets and Dry Fruits: As part of the prasad and offerings.

  9. Dhoop (Incense) and Agarbatti (Incense Sticks): Used to create a fragrant atmosphere during the puja.

  10. Lamps/Diyas and Oil/Ghee: Used for performing the aarti and lighting.

  11. Red Cloth and Sari: Traditional attire for the goddess's representation.

  12. Kumkum (Red Vermilion Powder) and Sandalwood Paste: Used for tilak (forehead mark) and decoration.

  13. Rice and Unbroken Rice (Akshat): Offered to the deity during the puja.

  14. Milk, Yogurt, Ghee, Honey, and Sugar (Panchamrita): Used for bathing the deity.

  15. Silver or Copper Kalasha (Pot): Used for holding water and other sacred substances.

  16. Bell: Used during the puja to invoke positive energies.

  17. Traditional Puja Utensils: Plates, bowls, spoons, and other utensils for performing the rituals.

  18. Red Thread (Moli) or Sacred Thread: Used to tie around the wrist as protection and blessings.

  19. Havan Kund (Fire Pit): If a fire ritual (havan) is planned.

  20. Bilva Leaves and Belpatra Garland: Offered to the deity as they are sacred to Devi.

  21. Sacred Water: Usually taken from a holy water source or collected during a previous puja.

  22. Ganga Jal (Holy Water from the Ganges): Used for purification and offerings.

  23. Silver or Brass Plate: Used for placing offerings during the puja.

  24. 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.

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