भगवती दुर्गा दुर्गार्तिनाशिनी (निशुम्भ-वध) — Benefits & How to Chant
भगवती दुर्गा दुर्गार्तिनाशिनी (निशुम्भ-वध)
Complete guide to chanting correctly for maximum benefit
Benefits of Chanting भगवती दुर्गा दुर्गार्तिनाशिनी (निशुम्भ-वध)
Invokes Durga by her potent name Durgartinashini, 'remover of all distress'
Recited to overcome troubles that are difficult or seemingly impossible to surmount
Brings courage to face dangers that regenerate or return after being defeated
Strengthens faith in the Goddess as the one who cuts down evil at its very source
Powerful during Navaratri and in the recitation of the ninth chapter of the Saptashati
Grants protection from enemies, fear and obstacles on the spiritual path
How to Chant भगवती दुर्गा दुर्गार्तिनाशिनी (निशुम्भ-वध)
Instructions
Begin with the Saptashati seed mantra 'Om Aim Hrim Klim Chamundayai Vichche'. Chant with devotion, dwelling on the name 'Durga Durgartinashini' as an appeal to remove all difficulty. Recited when one faces obstacles that are hard to overcome, and as part of the ninth chapter path of the Durga Saptashati, which narrates the slaying of Nishumbha.
Spiritual Significance
Devotees regard the name Durgartinashini in this verse as a direct appeal for relief; it is traditionally chanted in times of crisis, with many recounting that the Mother who pierced Nishumbha's heart swiftly cut through their own difficult, persistent troubles.
Origin & History
Source: Durga Saptashati Chapter 9
Author: Sage Markandeya (Markandeya Purana)
After Raktabija was slain, the demon-brothers Shumbha and Nishumbha gave way to measureless wrath and attacked the Goddess together. In the fierce duel, Nishumbha repeatedly assailed Chandika with sword, spear, pike and mace, each shattered by the Devi. Finally she pierced his heart with her pike, beheaded the second warrior who sprang from it, and laid Nishumbha low, leaving Shumbha to face her alone.