Kamakhya - Kanya Puja
About
Kanya puja, also known as Kumari Puja, is a significant ritual observed during Navratri. It involves the worship of young girls, symbolising the Goddess Durga's pure and divine feminine energy. Kanya puja honours young girls as the manifestation of the goddess Durga in her various forms such as Kumari, Trimurti, Kalyani, Rohini, Kali, Chandika, Shanbhavi, and Durga.
The ritual begins with washing the feet of the young girl as a mark of respect and purification and symbolizes the washing away of negative energies and honouring their divine presence. A red tilak is applied on their foreheads and mantras, invoking the blessings of Goddess Durga. The girl is then prayed in the form of Goddess Kamakhya. The girl is then offered a special meal, often including puri, Halwa and chana (chickpeas). The ritual concludes with the arti to the young girl. and seeking blessings.
(Note: The charges of this puja only include the puja of one girl)
Book Kamakhya - Kanya Puja
Benefits of Kanya Puja
The goddess is worshipped in the form of these young girls. By worshipping young girls, the ritual emphasises the importance and respect for feminine energy, promoting gender equality. The ritual purifies the home and protects the family from negative energy and evil influences. Kanya puja helps in fulfilling their wishes and overcoming obstacles in life.
Place of Puja
At Kamakhiya Temple Premises
Required Things (Puja Samagri)
The puja samagri is included in the Dakshina
Mata's saree (माता की साड़ी), Prasad (प्रसाद), etc
When to Perform Kanya Puja in Kamakhya?
This puja can be performed on any day of the year between 9 AM to 5 PM
Puja Duration
Kanya Puja in Kamakhya takes time around 1 - 1.5 hours.
Yajman Details
- Total Yajman: 5
