Rituals for the worship Of Maa Bhairavi
1. Mantra Chanting
Chanting mantras for the worship Of Maa Bhairavi: as
provided through initiation.
2. Yantra meditation
When initiated, devotees meditate on the yantra, offer flowers, and perform aarti (ritual waving of light) in front of it.
3. Meditation and visualization
Initiated devotees engage in deep meditation and visualization practices, envisioning The Fierce Yet Protective Divine Form Of Maa Bhairavi.
4. Offerings (upacharas)
Offerings To Maa Bhairavi In worship typically include red flowers (especially hibiscus), red clothing, incense, fruits, sweets, and sometimes red wine or other symbolic items depending on the tradition.
In some tantric rituals, offerings also include items such as mustard seeds, sesame oil, and specific types of grains.
5. Homa (Fire ritual)
A homa or havan is conducted where specific mantras are chanted while offerings are made Into The Sacred Fire.
6. Ashadha gupt navaratri worship
During ashadha gupt navaratri, Maa Bhairavi Is worshiped As Maa MahaVidya On the fifth day. Special prayers, fasting, and elaborate rituals are conducted during this period.
7. Tantric rituals
In more advanced or tantric traditions, rituals involve secretive practices, including specific meditation techniques, rituals with mantras and mudras, and other esoteric practices. These are generally performed by initiated practitioners under the guidance of a guru.
8. Aarti and bhajan
Aarti (a ceremonial waving of light) is performed, accompanied by the singing of bhajans (devotional songs) dedicated to the worship Of Maa Bhairavi.
9. Pradakshina (Circumambulation)
Devotees perform pradakshina, circumambulating around the temple, The Idol for the worship Of Maa Bhairavi, or the yantra in Reverence and devotion.