Dasara Brahmotsavam ~ 2023
15th Oct - 28th Oct 2023
With the blessings of Guruji Sri Annapurnamba Sahita Sri Amritananda Natha Saraswati
Auspicious Dasara Brahmostavam celebrations at Devipuram commences on 15th October, 2023.
The annual Dasara Brahmotsavam at Devipuram unfolds its divine festivities from Ashwiyuja Padyami ultimately reaching its pinnacle on Sri Pournami. Sri Sri Sri Sahasrakshi Raja Rajeswari has manifested here as Samishti Swaroopa or collective form of Iccha, Jnana and Kriya Shakti.
Guruji Sri Amritananda had proclaimed that She, the Supreme Goddess, is the real Guru and instructed that every year Ashwiyuja Pournami, also known as Sri Pournami, be celebrated as Guru Pournami!
These fifteen days are dedicated to the worship of the Primordial Mother Goddess – Shakti, in Her Manifestations as Sri Maha Kali, Sri Maha Lakshmi and Sri Maha Saraswathi.
Dasara Brahmotsavam ~ 2023
15th Oct - 28th Oct 2023
With the blessings of Guruji Sri Annapurnamba Sahita Sri Amritananda Natha Saraswati
Auspicious Dasara Brahmostavam celebrations at Devipuram commences on 15th October, 2023.
The annual Dasara Brahmotsavam at Devipuram unfolds its divine festivities from Ashwiyuja Padyami ultimately reaching its pinnacle on Sri Pournami.
Sri Sri Sri Sahasrakshi Raja Rajeswari has manifested here as Samishti Swaroopa or collective form of Iccha, Jnana and Kriya Shakti.
Guruji Sri Amritananda had proclaimed that She, the Supreme Goddess, is the real Guru and instructed that every year Ashwiyuja Pournami, also known as Sri Pournami, be celebrated as Guru Pournami!
These fifteen days are dedicated to the worship of the Primordial Mother Goddess – Shakti, in Her Manifestations as Sri Maha Kali, Sri Maha Lakshmi and Sri Maha Saraswathi.
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Daily, a series of sacred rituals including Homam, Kshirabhisekham, Kumkumarchanas, and Kalavahanas take place, accompanied by devout Parayanas (chanting).
The offerings of Sevas, such as Alankara, and Annadana, are presented on a daily basis to express devotion.
On noteworthy occasions, the festivities escalate with special events like the Devi Kalyanotsava, Pallaki Seva, Rathotsava, and Jalaharati, each marking its significance.
Girls, women, and couples, will be venerated as manifestations of the Divine Mother through Bala, Kumari, Suvasini, and Dampati Puja.
Program Schedule
Sponsor Sevas During Dasara
Here is the form for you to offer Seva or get the rituals performed in your gotra and name
Glimpses of Brahmotsavam
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Dasara Brahmotsavams
Programs
Navaratris are periods of deep Sadhana, times when one should wholeheartedly dedicate themselves to the worship of the Divine Mother. Whether a novice or a long-time practitioner, individuals can attain Her grace through practices such as Japa, Parayana, Puja, and Homa.
Alankara Seva, Kala Seva and Annadana Seva are also offered as acts of devotion to please Her. Devi Kalyanotsavam, Pallaki Seva, Rathotsavam, & Jala Harati are additional ways of bringing people together in Bhakti.
Moola Virat Alankar
Moola Virat Alankara
Sri Sri Sri Sahasrakshi Raja Rajeswari Devi will be adorned (Alankara) in different manifestations.
Pujas
Samuhika Kshirabhishekam
Devotees perform Kshirabhishekam with milk to the Goddess in the form of her Utsava Murthi accompanied by chants of powerful mantras.
Kumkumarchana
Sri Chakra Kumkumarchana will be done to the chants of Sri Suktam, Durga Suktam, Lalita Sahasranamam, and Trishati.
Homam
Daily Homams will be conducted in alignment with the Alankaram of the Pradhana Devata, Sahasrakshi Devi, allowing devotees to offer oblations to the various Goddesses. Vagdevi Homam will be performed on 21st Oct (Free for Children)
Sponsor Sevas During Dasara
Here is the form for you to offer Seva or get the rituals performed in your gotra and name
Pārāyaṇās ~ Ritual chanting
Groups and Individuals are welcome to be part of daily
parayanas of Durga Saptashati, Lalitha Sahasranamavali, Khadgaadi Panchaadasha mala, and Devi Atharvasheersham, either at Devipuram or remotely.
You can join the Devipuram Sadhana Telegram Group through
the link given below :
https://t.me/+QC2OrT-NDKA0NGY1
Durga Saptashati
Chandi Path – As per Markandeya Purana, it is extremely beneficial to chant the 700 verses of ‘Chandi Saptashati’ during this auspicious period.
Lalitā Sahasranāmāvalī
Reciting the 1000 names of Sri Lalitha Parameswari
Khadgādī Pañcādaśa Mālā
15 different variations of the Khadgamala Namavali. A different variation will be recited each day.
Devi Upanishad
Also known as Devi Atharva Sheersham, this is a powerful hymn to please the Goddess.
Sevas for the Divine Mother
Alankara Seva
Contribute to Alankara by offering vibrant, fragrant flowers and garlands for Moola Virat Sri Sri Sri Sahasrakshi Raja Rajeswari Devi and Utsava Moorthis.
Annadana Seva
Feeding a sumptuous Anna Prasadam to the multitude of devotees during the Dasara Brahmotsavam
Special Programs
Towards Sayujyam with Sri Lalitha
Kalavahana
In keeping with our tradition of worshipping women as Devi, we will be performing Kalavahana on all days at the Kamakhya Peetham.
Bala, Kumari & Dampati Puja
In addition, young girls (Bala) on 21st Oct, Older girls (Kumari) on 22nd Oct, Married women (Suvasini) on 23rd Oct and couples (Dampati) on 24th Oct, will be venerated as Divine Mother.
Kala Seva
Music and dance, among the 64 Kalas, are integral components of Her worship, and we welcome artists to offer their artistic talents as Seva to Devi.
Pallaki Seva & Rathotsavam
Pallaki Seva
20th Oct, 2023
The Pallaki Seva will be offered to the Utsava Murthis of Sri Kameswari Devi and Sri Ganesha.
Rathotsavam
24th Oct, 2023
Chariot Procession around Sri Yantra Meru Temple
Sandhi Kala Puja
Ashtami - Navami Sandhi Kala Visesha Puja
22nd Oct, 2023
- Kumkumarchana with Lalita Sahasranamavali
- Chandi Saptashati Parayana
Jala Harati & Devi Kalyanotsavam
Devi Kalyanotsavam
28th Oct, 2023, Sri Pournami
Kalyana Mahotsavam or marriage celebration of Sri MahaKameswara and Sri MahaKameswari
Jala Harati
28th Oct, 2023, Sri Pournami
As the full moon rises in the east, a magical evening of Jala Harati ~ Siri Jyoti Puja with the Sri Chakra in the water and lamps floating & offering different types of Haratis.
Sponsor Sevas During Dasara
Here is the form for you to offer Seva or get the rituals performed in your gotra and name
Contact
You are invited to come to Devipuram and take part in the celebrations.
Devipuram Via Nidanam Doddi, Sabbavaram (M), Visakhapatnam District,
Andhra Pradesh – 531035 India
Phone : +91 8340005500
Email : info@devipuram.org
For more information regarding visiting Devipuram, please visit Visitor Information.
Official Social Media Handles
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Groups and Individuals are welcome to be part of daily
parayanas of Durga Saptashati, Lalitha Sahasranamavali, Khadgaadi Panchaadasha mala, and Devi Atharvasheersham, either at Devipuram or remotely.
You can join the Devipuram Sadhana Telegram Group through
the link given below :
https://t.me/+QC2OrT-NDKA0NGY1
F.A.Q.s
Artists are welcome to offer their musical or dance talents as Seva during Dasara Brahmotsavam. You can inquire by sending mail to info@devipuram.org or contacting on +91 8340005500 about opportunities to participate.