Goddess Durga is a fierce form of Parvati, a feminine deity. The Divine Mother descended to the world in this form to defeat forces creating disturbances on Earth. The evil and misery spreading from this activity ignited the anger of the Goddess, who unleashed her supreme powers to rid the world of evil and anarchy. She is the combined force of all the heavenly beings and her awe-inspiring form evokes fear in the minds of these evil forces.
Removal of Negativity & Obstacles
The homa is effective in clearing negative energies, neutralizing the "evil eye" (Drishti), and eliminating hurdles in life.
Financial & Career Prosperity
It is often performed to solve financial issues, improve business, and bring stability to one's life.
Protection & Courage
It invokes Goddess Durga to provide protection from, and strength to, overcome enemies and fears, including the fear of death.
Spiritual Growth
The ritual aids in overcoming internal obstacles like laziness (inertia), procrastination, and anger.
Mental & Physical Well-being
It helps in reducing stress, boosting energy levels, reducing depression, and enhancing overall mental and physical vitality.
Purification
The sacred fire (Agni) and mantras used purify the surroundings and the individual's consciousness.
Importance of Sankalpa
Sankalpa comes from two words: Sat meaning good, and Kalpana meaning intention. Sankalpa, therefore, is a good and conscious intention. During pujas, the scattered mind is brought into the present moment. Vedic mantras, when chanted, influence our being; ancient rishis understood the impact of sound on the brain, which is why mantras were precisely formulated. The vibrations created during puja help manifest the sankalpa. While attending pujas has its own benefits, taking a sankalpa increases receptivity and leads to actualization of intention.
