Lighting an Akhand Jyot (eternal flame) during Navratri is considered one of the most sacred offerings to Maa Durga.
The flame represents divine energy, purity, and protection. Keeping the jyot burning continuously for all nine days of Navratri signifies an unbroken flow of devotion and invites MaaтАЩs blessings into the devoteeтАЩs life.
This seva allows devotees to contribute to the sacred Akhand Jyot lit at the temple, ensuring their prayers are carried in the eternal light before Maa Durga.
тАв Brings peace, harmony, and prosperity to the family
тАв Removes negativity and protects from evil influences
тАв Strengthens spiritual connection with
тАв Maa DurgaFulfills wishes and grants strength, courage, and success
тАв Symbolizes the victory of light over darkness in oneтАЩs life
тАв Invokes divine grace for health and happiness across generations
Maa Mangla Gauri Temple тАУ Gaya, Bihar
ЁЯЯб Significance:
Maa Mangla Gauri Temple is one of the 18 Maha Shakti Peethas in India, making it one of the holiest sites for Goddess worship. It is believed that the breast of Goddess Sati fell here, symbolizing nourishment, motherhood, and divine energy.
ЁЯЯб Location:
The temple is situated on Mangla Gauri Hill in Gaya, Bihar, overlooking the sacred Phalgu River.
ЁЯЯб Spiritual Importance:
Mentioned in ancient texts like the Padma Purana, Agni Purana, and Vayu Purana.Devotees believe that worshipping Maa Mangla Gauri brings marital bliss, fertility, prosperity, and protection from misfortune.It is a prominent pilgrimage spot during Navratri and is visited alongside the famous Vishnupad Temple in Gaya.
