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Shardiya Navratri 2025: Sharadiya Navratri, which begins on 22 September 2025 this year, is one of the major festivals of Hinduism. Nine different forms of Maa Durga are worshiped in this festival lasting nine days. Navratri begins with Ghatasthapana, which is also called Kalash Establishment. During this time, earthen urn is used, which has a deep spiritual and scientific significance. Let us know why earthen urn is used in Ghatasthapana and what are the exact reasons behind it.
Why use earthen urn?
Soil from both religious and scientific point of view Kalash It is very important to use.
Earth Elements Symbol: The soil is considered a symbol of the earth element. According to Hinduism, our body is made up of five elements- earth, water, fire, air and sky. Diligence We respect the original element of the universe by using earthen urn. This indicates that life originates from soil and finally merges into it.
Holyness and purity: The soil is considered the pure and sacred form of nature. It does not contain any kind of chemical elements. When water, barley and other ingredients are kept in earthen urn, they remain pure and sattvic. It creates an ideal atmosphere for worship.
Communication of positive energy: It is believed that objects made of soil attract positive energy. When the earthen urn is installed at the place of worship, it transmits positivity by absorbing the negative energy of that place. This purifies the environment of the house and receives the blessings of the deities.
Traditional Importance: According to the traditions that have been going on for centuries, only earthen utensils have been used in worship and rituals. It is an integral part of our culture and traditions. We follow our ancient traditions using earthen urn.
Reciprocity
First of all clean the place of worship and lay red cloth at a post. Put a little soil in the earthen vessel and spread barley seeds in it. Sprinkle some water on it. Now tie the molly around the neck of the earthen urn and fill the Ganges water or pure water in it. Add betel nut, akshat, coins and turmeric to the kalash. Apply mango leaves on the face of the urn and place coconut on it. Install this urn on the earthen vessel, in which barley is sown.
Importance of Ghatasthapana
Ghatasthapana, Navratri The first and most important ritual of worship is. It is considered mandatory to do it in auspicious time. Mother Durga is called in the house through Ghatasthapana, so that her grace and blessings can be obtained. Ghat is considered a symbol of the universe, in which the creation of life and creation is respected by placing water, grains and other holy items.
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