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Krishna
October 29, 2018 01:44 AM

Ugra devatas speed up the depletion of karmas, which would generally bring a lot of discomfort and are therefore feared for this purpose. There is no compulsion in reciting the Śrī Pratyaṅgira mantra for the Śrī Vidya worshippers. But those facing extreme difficulties and dangers or in need of acquiring great power may benefit from this sadhana, if one worships with utmost devotion and love towards the Divine Mother. Depending on the tradition, One may recite Śrī Bālā or Śrī Gayatrī mantras along with that of Śrī Pratyaṅgira, if faced with a torrent of energy. Otherwise, the mantra japa can also be done independently.

swati
October 28, 2018 08:39 PM

Thanks Raviji - 1) If one recites lalita sahasranama, Maha Pratyangira protects the devotee. Am wondering would one need to do separate sadhana for Sri Maha Pratyangira? "Yo vabhicharam kuruthe nama sahasra padake, Nivarthya thath kriyaam hanyatham vai prathyangira swayam" 2) Most importantly, are there any precautions to be taken when worshiping ugra devatha like Sri Maha Pratyangira? I remember reading elsewhere long back that Gayatri sadhana is necessary to be able to behold the energy of Sri Maha Pratyangira ?

Krishna
October 25, 2018 01:47 AM

For best results, it is recommended to get initiated into the Pañcadaśī mantra or any of it's variants like the ṣoḍaśi etc.

Aiyush
October 24, 2018 06:41 PM

Initiation is required before start of this kavach? Can we only recite kavach without shri Panchadasi mantra as I am not initiated into mantra?

Krishna
October 22, 2018 09:24 PM

This Kuñjikā stotram is for invoking and stirring the Śrī Caṇḍī Navākṣarī Mantra, to obtain the complete grace of the Divine Mother. This is mentioned in the 15th verse.

Sitaraman
October 22, 2018 02:28 PM

Thank you. . Why this stotram is specifically called kunjika? What exactly it is denoting and what is opened with the recitation of this mantra?

Krishna
October 19, 2018 10:19 AM

In due course of time, we can publish as requested.

Roshan
October 19, 2018 03:08 AM

Sri Krishna Sir/Ravi Sir, Is it possible to post the meaning and english translation of Sri Guhyakaalee Gadya Sanjeevana Stotram for the benefit of sincere seekers, the text is already available here http://www.bharatiweb.com/wp-content/uploads/Guhyakali-Gadya-Sanjeevana-Stotram-Dev-v1.pdf but without the meaning. Thank you.

Krishna
October 18, 2018 10:06 PM

It is difficult to recite all the chapters at one go and hence some concessions have been suggested by experts, to help the laymen to at least recite part of the sacred hymn, as per the time availability. If at least the Śrī Siddhakuñjikā Stotram is recited with proper understanding of the meanings of the verses, then the essence of Śrī Durgā Saptaśati is captured. That is one of the reasons why this hymn is placed towards the end of the Śrī Durgā Saptaśati. Every single verse of the Śrī Durgā Saptaśati can be recited as a separate mantra with the associated dhyāna, viniyoga, nyāsa etc. There are material and spiritual benefits ascribed to them.

Krishna
October 18, 2018 09:57 PM

This differs as per the tradition that's followed.

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