Guest guest Report post Posted February 13, 2007 I was recently attracted by the picture of Santoshi Maa, but found very little infos about Her, and I would like to know what She represents, which aspect of the Mother She is, Her history, and so forth! Any information is well appreciated! Jai Ma! Ambika Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted February 13, 2007 Hi Ambika: Santoshi Maa is a quinessential form of Devi for modern times, offering precisely what seems to be hardest to find in this day and age: contentment and peace of mind. Her mythology and iconography places Her in the Shiva-Parvati family, and She is said to be the daughter of Ganesha and Riddhi. While some scattered, older references to Santoshi Maa can be found, Her modern cult can be dated pretty precisely to 1975, when a "theological" Hindi film telling Her story became a runaway blockbuster hit. (In 2006, a remake of that film was produced; see http://www.jaisantoshimaathefilm.com/). Santoshi Maa's worship is most pronounced in North India, and especially among women. For precise and detailed information on Her story, cult, worship, iconography, etc., please visit: http://jaisantoshimaa.com/ Hope that helps DB , "amrita_ambika" <amrita_ambika wrote: > > I was recently attracted by the picture of Santoshi Maa, but found very > little infos about Her, and I would like to know what She represents, > which aspect of the Mother She is, Her history, and so forth! > Any information is well appreciated! > > Jai Ma! > Ambika > Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted February 14, 2007 Hi DB, I saw this web site too, but I guess it the only infos we can get on Her on the web, I thank you for you help. It is appreciated! Ambika , "Devi Bhakta" <devi_bhakta wrote: > > Hi Ambika: > > Santoshi Maa is a quinessential form of Devi for modern times, > offering precisely what seems to be hardest to find in this day and > age: contentment and peace of mind. Her mythology and iconography > places Her in the Shiva-Parvati family, and She is said to be the > daughter of Ganesha and Riddhi. > > While some scattered, older references to Santoshi Maa can be found, > Her modern cult can be dated pretty precisely to 1975, when > a "theological" Hindi film telling Her story became a runaway > blockbuster hit. (In 2006, a remake of that film was produced; see > http://www.jaisantoshimaathefilm.com/). Santoshi Maa's worship is most > pronounced in North India, and especially among women. > > For precise and detailed information on Her story, cult, worship, > iconography, etc., please visit: > > http://jaisantoshimaa.com/ > > Hope that helps > > DB Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted February 14, 2007 : This article is about the Hindu religious concept. For other meanings of the word see Shakti (disambiguation). In Hinduism, Shakti is an aspect of Devi, and a personification of God as the Divine Mother who represents the active, dynamic principles of feminine power. In Shaktism, Shakti is worshiped as the Supreme Being. Alternatively, in other Hindu traditions, Shakti represents the power of God, called Vishnu or Shiva. For Vaishnavites, God's power or Shakti is Lakshmi. For Shaivites, God's power is Parvati. EtymologyThe various uses of the word Shakti range from a means of signifying the ultimate primordial creative power to expressing the capacity or power of words to convey meaning. Etymologically it is derived from the root 'shak,' meaning potency or the potential to produce, an assertion of Her inherent creative aptitude. All interpretations of the word 'shakti' hold common one parameter, namely power. Specifically, Shakti means power, force and feminine energy. Used as a noun the word 'shakti' can also mean a female consort or a weapon, depending on context. Shakti represents the fundamental creative instinct underlying the cosmos, and is the energizing force of all divinity, of every being and every thing. Devotees believe the whole universe to be a manifestation of Shakti, who is also known by her general name Devi, which like our word "divine", is from the Sanskrit root 'div' which means 'to shine.' MythologyIn the Brahmin scripture 'Devi Mahatmya', Mahamaya (Great Maya) is said to cover Vishnu's eyes in Yoganidra (Divine Sleep) during cycles of existence when all is resolved into one. By exhorting Mahamaya to release Her illusory hold on Vishnu, Brahma is able to bring Vishnu to aid him in killing two demons, Madhu and Kaitabh, who have manifested from Vishnu's sleeping form. Shri Ramakrishna often spoke of Mother Maya and combined deep Brahmin allegory with the idea that Maya is a lesser reality that must be overcome so that one is able to realize his or her true Self. The Shakti goddess is also known as Amma (meaning 'mother') in south India, especially in Tamilnadu and Andhrapradesh states. There are many temples devoted to various incarnations of the Shakti goddess in most of the villages in south India. The rural people believe that Shakti is the protector of the village, the punisher of evil people, the curer of diseases, and the one who gives welfare to the village. They celebrate Shakti Jataras with a lot of hue and great interest once a year. Some examples of incarnations are Gangamma, Kamakshamma, Kanakadurga, Mahalakshmammma, Meeenakshamma, Poleramma and Perantalamma. Shakti PeethsThere are 51 important centres of Shakti worship located in the Indian sub-continent, most of which are located in India and Nepal, the only Hindu Kingdom of the world but some in neighbouring Bangladesh, Tibet and even Pakistan. These are called Shakti Peethas. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest guest Report post Posted February 16, 2007 I loved that movie. namaste, pr , "amrita_ambika" <amrita_ambika wrote: > > Hi DB, > I saw this web site too, but I guess it the only infos we can get on > Her on the web, I thank you for you help. > It is appreciated! > Ambika > > > , "Devi Bhakta" > <devi_bhakta@> wrote: > > > > Hi Ambika: > > > > Santoshi Maa is a quinessential form of Devi for modern times, > > offering precisely what seems to be hardest to find in this day and > > age: contentment and peace of mind. Her mythology and iconography > > places Her in the Shiva-Parvati family, and She is said to be the > > daughter of Ganesha and Riddhi. > > > > While some scattered, older references to Santoshi Maa can be > found, > > Her modern cult can be dated pretty precisely to 1975, when > > a "theological" Hindi film telling Her story became a runaway > > blockbuster hit. (In 2006, a remake of that film was produced; see > > http://www.jaisantoshimaathefilm.com/). Santoshi Maa's worship is > most > > pronounced in North India, and especially among women. > > > > For precise and detailed information on Her story, cult, worship, > > iconography, etc., please visit: > > > > http://jaisantoshimaa.com/ > > > > Hope that helps > > > > DB > Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
saranya.27 0 Report post Posted December 12, 2008 I had done santoshi mata vrat for 5 weeks wen I was in college. My prayer was answered within 3 weeks. Sanotshi Maa is a very powerful goddess. So after marriage I thought of praying her again as I was unable to concieve, usually it is said that any kind of wish is fulfilled by santoshi maa within 3 months. Now its been 2.5 years since I started her vrat yet my prayer is unanswered. Please tell me wat shud I do?? i will be greatful. thanks. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shivaushadhi 0 Report post Posted March 12, 2009 Om . I post here with humility as I am young and all I know is my devotion to Lord Shiva and the Divine Mother. I would like to state that I pray to Santoshi ma for the betterment of my relationship with my consort of 7 years. We spend nearly 24 hours a day together and are never apart. When we begin to quarrel we praise Santoshi Ma. This video: w w w . youtube.com/watch?v=dAc1VAQ5N2c praises Santoshi ma. I am forever grateful to have access to a fellowship such as this forum for I have no temple and I have no guru. Jaya Shiva Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
