Shardiya Navratri 2025 began on September 22, and devotees are worshipping the nine forms of Mata Durga. Vrindavan's Premanand Maharaj explained to devotees the importance of devotion and true mantra chanting. He stated that chanting done with emotion and faith allows one to experience the Mother's presence in life.
Navratri 2025: Shardiya Navratri commenced across the country on September 22, and devotees are worshipping the nine forms of Mata Durga. Residing in Vrindavan, the renowned saint Premanand Maharaj, in response to a devotee's question, explained that merely chanting "Maa Maa" can also be a path to receive the Mother's gaze if done with faith and emotion. On this occasion, devotees are experiencing spiritual energy, peace, and the Mother's blessings through worship, mantra chanting, and devotion.
Commencement and Significance of Shardiya Navratri
The auspicious festival of Shardiya Navratri began on September 22, 2025, and chants of 'Jai Mata Di' will resonate across the country for all nine days. Navratri holds special significance in Hinduism because, during this period, the nine different forms of Navadurga, embodiments of Shakti, are worshipped. This festival not only highlights the importance of divine power but also infuses spiritual energy and faith into the lives of devotees. During Navratri, devotees perform special prayers and rituals in their homes and temples, chanting various mantras associated with the Mother to receive her blessings.
Premanand Maharaj's Response
The renowned saint Premanand Maharaj, residing in Vrindavan, recently gave an answer to a devotee's question that has garnered much attention. The devotee asked, "Maharaj ji, I don't chant any specific name; I only chant 'Maa Maa.' Will the Mother's gaze fall upon me?" To this, Premanand Maharaj replied, "The Mother is also a form of God, so it is essential to connect with her. Just as we meditate on Maa Durga, Maa Kali, you should also recite texts and chant mantras of goddesses like Devi Tripurasundari, Saraswati, etc."
Communication of Emotion, Not Just Words
Maharaj also explained that true chanting is not merely the utterance of words, but the communication of emotion. If a devotee calls out to the Mother with mind, speech, and action, they will experience the Mother's presence in their life at all times. Only devotees with hearts full of love, compassion, and peace can truly feel the Mother's manifest form. Thus, devotion does not solely mean mantra chanting or worship, but rather the direct experience of inner emotion and faith.
Premanand Maharaj and His Contribution
Premanand Maharaj is considered a supreme devotee of Radha Rani and currently resides in Vrindavan. He regularly delivers discourses, teaching people to follow the path of devotion and providing guidance on observing religious principles. His followers maintain devotion and faith towards the Mother according to the path and principles he teaches. During Navratri, his discourses and instructions prove to be particularly guiding for devotees.
The Wonderful Experience of Devotion
During these nine days of Shardiya Navratri, devotees worship the nine forms of the Mother, experiencing positive energy, peace, and devotion in their lives. The message given by Premanand Maharaj makes it clear that devotion is not limited to just mantras or worship; the communication of emotions and faith is equally important. This Navratri, devotees can embrace these teachings to experience spiritual power and true devotional feeling in their lives.
This Navratri, devotees should embrace the teachings of Premanand Maharaj to worship Maa Durga and experience peace, love, and spiritual power in their lives.
