We light akhand jyoti that keeps burning throughout the nine
days of Navratri
This jyoti represents the immense devotion for Goddess
Durga.
It is also a message to the devotees to never lose hope even in
worst circumstances just like the little diya lights even the darkest places.
It also shows that devotion will bring the light of knowledge in your
life.
According to 'mantra-mahodadhi'-'Deepam ghrut yutam dakshe, tel yutah ch vamatah'
Meaning: Diya with ghee should be kept on the right hand side of
the Goddess and the oil lit diya should be kept on the left hand side of the
Goddess.
The akhand jyoti should be kept burning throughout the nine
days. Keep a small diya in case you need to add oil or move the wicker of the
akhand jyoti then light the small lamp with the akhand jyoti and keep it aside.
If in any case the akhand jyoti blows out then I use the small lamp to light it again. Also I make
sure to blow out the small lamp by dipping it in ghee.
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Navratri,
Puja at my tiny corner
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Barley grass and Diya |
Happy day!!!!
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