Hello, welcome all of you to this devotional blog. Today we will talk about Mother Annapurna, who is the form of food herself. By the grace of Annapurna Devi, there is never shortage of food in anyone’s house. Come, let us know his glory and perform Annapurna Aarti.

Annapurna Aarti

बारम्बार प्रणाम,
मैया बारम्बार प्रणाम ।जो नहीं ध्यावे तुम्हें अम्बिके,
कहां उसे विश्राम ।
अन्नपूर्णा देवी नाम तिहारो,
लेत होत सब काम ॥

बारम्बार प्रणाम,
मैया बारम्बार प्रणाम ।

प्रलय युगान्तर और जन्मान्तर,
कालान्तर तक नाम ।
सुर सुरों की रचना करती,
कहाँ कृष्ण कहाँ राम ॥

बारम्बार प्रणाम,
मैया बारम्बार प्रणाम ।

चूमहि चरण चतुर चतुरानन,
चारु चक्रधर श्याम ।
चंद्रचूड़ चन्द्रानन चाकर,
शोभा लखहि ललाम ॥

बारम्बार प्रणाम,
मैया बारम्बार प्रणाम ।

देवि देव! दयनीय दशा में,
दया-दया तब नाम ।
त्राहि-त्राहि शरणागत वत्सल,
शरण रूप तब धाम ॥

बारम्बार प्रणाम,
मैया बारम्बार प्रणाम ।

श्रीं, ह्रीं श्रद्धा श्री ऐ विद्या,
श्री क्लीं कमला काम ।
कांति, भ्रांतिमयी, कांति शांतिमयी,
वर दे तू निष्काम ॥

बारम्बार प्रणाम,
मैया बारम्बार प्रणाम ।
॥ माता अन्नपूर्णा की जय ॥

Annapurna Mata

In Hinduism, Mata Annapurna is considered the goddess of food and nutrition. His residence is in the famous Kashi Vishwanath temple of Varanasi. According to the scriptures, it is Mother Annapurna who provides food to Lord Shiva. Annapurna Jayanti is celebrated on the day of Dhanteras.

Importance of Annapurna Aarti

Performing Annapurna Aarti brings happiness and prosperity in a person’s life. There is never any shortage of food and money. Family members remain healthy and happy. This aarti is especially fruitful for those who have to work in the food field.

Annapurna Aarti Puja Method

• Take bath in the morning and wear clean clothes.
• Clean the temple of the house and install the idol or picture of Goddess Annapurna.
• Spread a red colored cloth on the stool.
• Light a ghee lamp in front of Mata Annapurna and burn incense sticks.
• Offer Akshat (rice), flowers, roli, vermillion etc. to the goddess.
• Recite Annapurna Stotram or Annapurna Chalisa.
• In the end, perform the Aarti of Annapurna Mata.

Annapurna fast

By observing fast on the day of Annapurna Jayanti (Dhanteras), one gets the special blessings of Annapurna Mata. In this fast, the Mother is worshiped in the evening after fasting for the whole day and then fruits are consumed.

Annapurna Aarti Experiences of Devotees

The devotees of Annapurna Devi never have to be disappointed. There is no shortage of food and money in their life. Devotees of Maa Annapurna share that they always feel that an invisible power is supporting them.

Beliefs related to Annapurna Aarti

• The person who worships Mother Annapurna every day and recites her stotra, never has to face poverty.
• All sins and sufferings go away just by seeing the mother.
• Worship of Annapurna Mata purifies the intellect of the devotee and brings positivity in life.

Annapurna Stotram

निताई पद्मप्रभाम हेमकेयूर भूषिताम वर्धनमूर्तिधरां कान्तकमललोचनाम।

Importance of food donation

In Hindu religion, food donation is considered an act of virtue. Annapurna Mata’s blessings are always on those people who feed the hungry. Insulting food is considered a sin.

Respect for nature

The story of Annapurna Mata also teaches us respect for nature. Life is not possible without food. We should respect the resources provided by nature and take a pledge to protect them.

FAQs

• What is the best time for Annapurna Aarti Puja? Both morning and evening are considered best for Annapurna Aarti.
• What offerings are made during Annapurna Puja? Annapurna Mata is especially fond of offering kheer. Apart from this, fruits, sweets etc. are also offered according to the season.
• Can anyone keep the fast on Annapurna Jayanti? Yes, everyone can observe the fast of Annapurna Jayanti. There are no special rules in this fast.

Conclusion

Dear readers, Mata Annapurna is the embodiment of compassion and love for the devotees. His blessings invite not only food but every kind of prosperity in our lives. We should worship Annapurna Mata regularly and use food properly to maintain the blessings of Annapurna Mata in our house.

Have you ever visited Annapurna Mata? How is your devotion towards him? Please share your thoughts with us in the comment section.