Durga Saptashati Path
Durga Saptashati Path is a Hindu religious text that is a part of Markandeya Purana by sage Markandeya. It contains 700 verses (sapta shata) and describes in detail the victory of Maa Durga over demons like Mahishasur. Durga Saptashati is also called Chandi Path or Devi Mahatmya. It is considered a sacred composition that can protect devotees from black magic and graha doshas and bring peace, good health, and prosperity.
It is of the utmost importance that the text be recited correctly and with the proper vidhi. Only then will you be able to gain the benefits of the Durga Saptashati.
About Durga Saptashati
The seven hundred verses of the Shree Durga Saptashati are divided into 13 chapters. It is believed that when the universe faced immense danger from demons, Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Shiva combined their divine energies to create Goddess Durga, who fought the demons and protected the world from their evil.
Chanting the Chandi Path is said to please Maa Durga immensely. The Path is an essential part of performing Chandi Homa, a powerful ritual that is said to help devotees achieve victory over their enemies and maintain good health.
Significance of Durga Saptashati Path
The Durga Saptashati path is said to be of immense significance. It is believed that whoever recites the Durga Saptashati for all nine days of Navratri will be blessed and protected from evil. All their problems will be solved and they will receive relief from enemies and obstacles.
Although there is a special significance of reciting Saptashati during Navratri, it can be recited throughout the year. The Durga Saptashati Path is said to provide different benefits on the different days of the week.
The Saptashati can also be read daily and completed in the course of seven days as follows:
Day number | Chapters to be read |
Day 1 | Chapter 1 |
Day 2 | Chapters 2 and 3 |
Day 3 | Chapter 4 |
Day 4 | Chapters 5, 6, 7, and 8 |
Day 5 | Chapters 9 and 10 |
Day 6 | Chapter 11 |
Day 7 | Chapters 12 and 13 |
It is also believed that each chapter of the Saptashati provides unique benefits when recited:
- First Chapter: Eliminates all worries and removes fear of the enemy.
- Second Chapter: Removes obstacles placed by the enemy and false allegations. Provides victory in legal cases and disputes.
- Third Chapter: Gets rid of any enemies or opposition.
- Fourth Chapter: Gives the grace and blessing of Maa Durga, can bless you with a good life partner.
- Fifth Chapter: Fulfills any desires, removes negative energy, destroys effects of black magic
- Sixth Chapter: Gets rid of poverty, removes doubts and fears.
- Seventh Chapter: Brings good fortune and fulfills wishes.
- Eighth Chapter: Helps you find love and an ideal life partner.
- Ninth Chapter: Blesses you with children and finds missing or lost people.
- Tenth Chapter: Provides wealth and power.
- Eleventh Chapter: Brings material wealth in business and career, cures diseases.
- Twelfth Chapter: For gains, respect, and merit.
- Thirteenth Chapter: Devotion and liberation (moksha)
Benefits of Shree Durga Saptashati
The Shree Durga Saptashati has many benefits. It is said to remove negativity and purify the devotee’s soul.
Spiritual Protection
Reciting the Durga Saptashati path can offer you spiritual protection and shield you from the malicious effects of black magic, the evil eye, and the plotting of your enemies.
It can also provide relief from negative energies and unexpected obstacles. This path purifies your surroundings and strengthens your spiritual barrier.
Brings Prosperity
You may notice that after performing the Saptashati Path, your career and finances may prosper. Any obstacles and pesky problems will disappear and you will receive better opportunities in your professional life. You will no longer be troubled by debts or financial hardship.
Restores Good Health
Reciting this text can bring peace and tranquility into a devotee’s life. They will experience mental peace and relief from chronic illnesses. They will feel energized and calm and be able to sleep and focus better.
Karmic Healing
The Durga Saptashati puja removes the effects of negative karma from past lives. It helps devotees cleanse and purify their soul from unresolved karmic issues and negative energy. Thus, you become more spiritually aware and your material wealth and relationships with others improve.
Awakens Inner Strength
Performing Durga Saptashati puja can connect you with the divine feminine energy (Shakti) and inspire strength and bravery. You will be able to overcome any adversity and experience sharper intuition, better willpower, and greater confidence.
Protection from Doshas
The Chandi Path protects devotees from the harsh effects of planetary doshas in your horoscope. Praying the Durga Saptashati regularly reduces the harm caused by Rahu Dosh, Ketu Dosh, and Mangal Dosh.
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FAQ’s
Q. Who wrote the Durga Saptashati?
The sage Markandeya wrote the Durga Saptashati. It is a collection of 700 verses found within the Markandeya Purana. It describes the glorious victory of Maa Durga over demons.
Q. What are the benefits of performing Durga Saptashati Path?
Some of the benefits of performing Durga Saptashati Path or Chandi Path include protection from black magic, relief from financial issues, graha dosha, career problems, stress, and so on.
Q. When should the Durga Saptashati Path be performed?
The best days to perform Durga Saptashati Path are Chaitra and Sharad Navratri, Ashtami, Saptami, Navami, and Fridays.
Q. Can I read Durga Saptashati every day?
Yes, you can recite Durga Saptashati every day, as long as you are following the correct methods and rules to recite it. This involves abstaining from smoking, drinking, and consuming non-vegetarian food.
Q. Why is the Shaapoddhar Mantra recited before Durga Saptashati?
It is said that the sages Vishwamitra, Vashishtha and Lord Brahma cursed the Durga Saptashati when they failed to invoke the goddess. After they realized their mistake, they prayed to Maa Durga, she appeared in the form of Sarvaishwarya Karini and said that the Shaapoddhar Mantra should always be recited before Durga Saptashati to remove the effects of the curse.
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