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Is Durga formless?
Since Goddess Durga does not have material form or body, so She is not limited. God in reality can take any spiritual form, but She also has a formless aspect. Similar to the Sun having form, and the sunlight being formless.
What is the real name of Durga?
Here are some names of Goddess Durga and their meaning.
| Aarya | He most respected and venerated one |
|---|---|
| Sandhya | The goddess of the twilight |
| Durga | The invincible one |
| Simhavahini | The one who is mounted on a lion |
| Ananya | The one without a second or the incomparable one |
What is the importance of Chandi Di Vaar?
Chandi di Var (lit. “Chandi’s deeds”) is a composition written by Guru Gobind Singh, included in the 5th chapter of Dasam Granth. It is based on an episode from the Sanskrit work Markandeya Purana, and describes the conflict between the Gods and the Demons.
Why was Durga created?
According to legend, Durga was created for the slaying of the buffalo demon Mahishasura by Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, and the lesser gods, who were otherwise powerless to overcome him. Embodying their collective energy (shakti), she is both derivative from the male divinities and the true source of their inner power.
Why is Chandi Di Vaar read?
The first stanza of the Sikh ardās, an invocation to God and the nine Gurus preceding Gobind Singh, is from Chandi di Var. The invocation includes the word bhagauti, which has been variously interpreted by scholars to mean “sword”. Nihang and Namdhari Singhs recite Chandi di Var as part of their daily Nitnem.
Why did Guru Gobind Singh worship Durga?
Guru did NOT. It is prevalent among some people that Guru Gobind Singh worshipped Durga to get the strength to fight against the oppression.
Where did Guru Govind Singh perform Chandi yagna?
In the tradition of Lord Rama, Guru Govind Singh performed a year- long Chandi Yagna at Naina Devi (the shrine of the Goddess of beautiful eyes) overlooking Anandpur Sahib before launching upon his mission. Lord Rama had done the same before marching into Lanka.
What is the meaning of Chandi Di Vaar?
Chandi Di Vaar (The Ballad of Chandi) is a philosphical, spiritual and heroic composition written by Guru Gobind Singh at Anandpur Sahib. It is fifth Bani of Dasam Granth. It is also called Vaar Sri Bhagauti Ji Ki (In some birs, the title is Vaar Durga ki).
Did Guru Gobind Singh reject the concept of Brahma as creator?
As per Chandi Di Vaar, Guru Gobind Singh rejected the concept of Brahma, as creator, Vishnu as Nourisher and Mahadev, as Destroyer. He directed that Brahma, Vishnu, Mahesh, Krishna, Rama, Durga, dieties all were created by Hukam ( or Shakti).