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17 April, 2024 Wednesday Rama Navami #Pink #Maa #Siddhidatri Puja

During #Navratri, we worship the nine forms of #Goddess #Durga. It begins with the worship of Maa Shailaputri and is followed by the worship of the other avatars of Goddess Durga.

The Worship of Maa Siddhidatri
The ninth day of Navratri is dedicated to the worship of Maa Siddhidatri. The word #Siddhi means #supernatural power and Dhatri means the awarder. Hence, it is believed that Maa Siddhidatri fulfils all divine aspirations.

Maa Siddhidatri is known to be the giver of perfection. She blesses her devotees with wisdom and grants them #spiritual knowledge. Maa Siddhidatri is also worshipped by demons and is surrounded by all Gods.

History and Origin
The #story of Maa Siddhidatri begins at a time when our #universe was nothing more than a deep #void. It was filled with darkness and there was no sign of life. This is when Goddess Kushmanda created the universe with the radiance of her smile.

Maa Kushamnda then went on to create the #Trimurti of Lord #Bramha – the energy of creation, Lord #Vishnu – the energy of sustenance and Lord #Shiva – the energy of destruction. Once they were created, Lord Shiva asked Maa Kushmanda to bestow him with perfection.

So, Maa Kushmanda created another goddess who bestowed Lord Shiva with 18 kinds of perfection. These included the Ashta Siddhi (8 primary forms of perfection) along with 10 secondary forms of perfection, described by Lord Krishna.

This goddess who had the ability to bestow these perfections on Lord Shiva is Maa Siddhidatri – the giver of perfection. Now, Lord Bramha was asked to create the rest of the Universe. However, since he required a man and a woman for creation, Lord Bramha found this task to be very challenging.

He prayed to Maa Siddhidatri and asked her to help him. Upon hearing Lord Bramha’s request, Maa Siddhidatri converted half of Lord Shiva’s body into a woman’s body. Therefore, Lord Shiva is also known as #Ardhanarishwar (Ardh - half, Nari - woman, Ishwar - refers to Lord Shiva).

Lord Bramha was now able to create living beings along with the rest of the Universe. So, it was Maa Siddhidatri who helped Lord Bramha with the creation of the Universe and also bestowed perfection upon Lord Shiva.

Worship of Maa Siddhidatri
Maa Siddhidatri is depicted as being seated on a lotus or a lion. She has four arms and holds a conch shell, a mace, a lotus and a discus in each of these hands.

Worshipped on the ninth day of Navratri, Maa Siddhidatri possesses the Ashta Siddhi. It is believed that Maa Siddhidatri blesses her devotees with spiritual wisdom and she is also known to destroy ignorance.

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Zodiac Sign or
#Shatabhisha #Nakshatra Rashi- #Aquarius
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Ruling Planet- #Rahu
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Lord or God- #Varun
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Symbol- #Empty #Circle
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Degree Range- 6°40’ - 20°00 Aquarius
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Mode of Functioning- Active
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Quality- #Demon
Chara Rashi/ Navamsa- Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Lucky Number- 4
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Yoni- #Ashwa
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Dosha- #Vata
Type of Nakshatra- #Mutable
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Dasha- 18 yrs
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Numerical Potency- 24
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Gender- #Eunuch
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Guna- #Tamasic
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Gana- #Rakshas
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Element or #Tattwa- #Ether
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Mobility- #Dual
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Caste- #Butcher
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Animal- #Female #Horse
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Names Starting Letters- Go, Saa, See, Soo
Shatabhisha Nakshatra #Bird- #Raven
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Lucky Stone- #Topaz
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Lucky Color- Bluish Green
Shatabhisha Nakshatra #Tree- #Kadamba (Neolamarckia Cadamba)
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Traits- independent, furious, harsh, intelligent, soft hearted, furious, stubborn, lazy, reclusive, wise, curious, hardworking, truth-seeking and secretive.
About Shatabhisha Nakshatra
Known as “the Star of Cosmic Order”, Shatabhisha holds 24th position in the series of 27 Nakshatras. It is an outstanding constellation consisting of a faint group of stars. All these stars lie in the heart of the Aquarius constellation. In the sky, this asterism can be seen by its neighboring bright star, Alpha-Aquarii (Sadalmelik).

Shatabhisha is also spelled as #Shatabhishak. Etymologically, the word Shatabhishak means “a hundred #healers'' or “the hundred medicines'' or “the hundred physicians. Alternatively, Shatabhisha is also named “Shatataraka'' which means “possessing a hundred #stars”. It signifies the collection of a hundred stars with each star representing a medicine or physician.

The Shatabhisha symbol “empty circle” speaks of the #infinite #void of creation. It signifies the circle of life, the circle of the zodiac and the circle of creation, sustenance and dissolution. The circle here also represents the idea of containment, protection and concealment. It shows the ability to conceal secrets and protect one from dangers outside the set boundaries. The circle also shows the association of the Shatabhisha constellation with water bodies like lakes and oceans.

The Shatabhisha Nakshatra Lord, Varuna is the lord of oceans. He governs the cosmic and terrestrial waters. In the image of Nakshatra, Varuna is depicted holding a pot of Soma in one hand( the preferred drink of gods). The drink suggests the idea of rejuvenation and intoxication. On the other hand, Varuna is holding medicinal herbs which inspired the idea of hundred physicians associated with this star.

Shatabhisha is the ruling Nakshatra of the science of Numerology. Its numerical potency of 17 in Numerology is seen as a medium to bring celestial energies to the earth. It decodes the secret working of the Universe and relates to the movement of Kundalini through Chakras (seven sacral centers). Shatabhisha is the first star where the exploration of Chakras occurs on the full scale to bestow fruits and get access to the functioning of the Universe.

Shatabhisha is the star that baffles through puzzles and mysteries. It invokes its natives to discover the real truths of the Universe. Although this Nakshatra belongs to the Butcher caste, it is not cruel or fierce. It is comparatively benevolent than the other Nakshatras with the same caste.

In the Universal scheme of things, Shatabhisha is associated with “Bheshaja Shakti”. This is the ability to heal. It is associated with the three cosmic realms- heaven, earth and nether and thus gives the Shatabhisha star the power to heal all these three. The healing offered by Shatabhisha star is not like other Nakshatras as it is more through genuine repentance and sustained efforts.

Shatabhisha Nakshatra is the apex of Rahu’s energy. It is ruled by Saturn, Rahu and Uranus. However, the Shatabhisha Nakshatra ruling planet is Rahu. As per Vedic Astrology, Mercury, Venus and Rahu offer favorable outcomes in this Nakshatra while Saturn in Satabhisha offers positive outcomes with sorrow and despair. that strikes harmony and understanding in all the forms of existence. It befriends the Universal energies and makes everyone work together even if they are enemies. This Nakshatra is associated with learning and accumulation of Knowledge and thence #Goddess #Saraswati can be also said to be connected with the Shatabhisha constellation.

Shatabhisha Nakshatra in English is referred to as Shatabhisha/ Satabhishaa/Shatabhishak. Shatabhisha Nakshatra in Tamil is referred to as Satayam Natchathiram (சதயம் நட்சத்திரம்). The name of Shatabhisha Nakshatra in Malayalam is Chatayam Nakshatra (ചതയം നക്ഷത്ര) and the name of the Shatabhisha constellation in Telugu is Satabhisa (శతభిష).

Shatabhisha Nakshatra Physical Characteristics
Children born in Satabhisha Nakshatra exhibit fairly handsome and elegant dispositions. They lack charm and beauty but have their own magnetism through which they attract people. Their outer appearance is calm, quiet and shy. They look arrogant from the outside but inside they are soft and introverted.
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Behavioral Characteristics
Shatabhisha Nakshatra is blessed with great healing powers and thus the Shatabhisha Nakshatra males and females heal fast from their wounds and hurts. They exhibit outgoing energy and have an uninhibited character. They are self-dependent, hardworking, methodical, disciplined and action-oriented. They never wait for any assistance and have clear-cut rules of what is right and what is wrong. These natives stand strong on their decision and are very capable and intelligent to perform any task. Their emotional energy is high and thus they get very emotional when it comes to matters of heart.

Shatabhisha Nakshatra males and females are modest. They don’t show off and are willing to sacrifice their needs for others. The main Shatabhisha characteristic is their ability to keep secrets. They can hide their thoughts, motives, self and other’s secrets. They tend to gain access to hidden secrets and concealed things. They suspect everything and take time to get accustomed to new things, thoughts, places and people. People born in Satabhisha Nakshatra keep a guard around themselves which makes it hard for others to approach them.

The Shatabhisha Nakshatra exhibits reclusiveness, eccentricity, and aloofness. They tend to self-pity themselves and most of the time fall into serious pessimism. However, on a positive note, their seclusion allows them to contemplate and attain wisdom and enlightenment. Moreover, these natives are not social birds. They like to live alone and have a limited circle of friends.

Love and affection are in abundance in people born in Satabhisha Nakshatra. However, they at times behave harshly and rudely. They show stubbornness towards their cardinal principles and get furious when anyone hurts their morals and ethics. These natives are opinionated and no one can change their opinion easily. They are bold in speech but shy to exhibit their talents.

You can find Shatabhisha men and women very simple and brilliant. They are respected and admired among people. They are known to have a good memory and uncompromising ability to perform any work. These natives are sympathetic towards their surroundings and share unconditional love and affection. Despite all this, Shatabhisha people are misunderstood a lot by others due to their adamant looks.

In marital life, Shatabhisha males and females need more time to build a happy and good married life. Elders love them and they are respected by their own gender. These natives stay calm and quiet until they are provoked. Absentmindedness is one of the marked features of Shatabhisha Nakshatra men and women. The negative characteristics of Shatabhisha Nakshatra are laziness, addictions, misrepresentation and vulnerability to all sorts of mental, emotional and psychological disorders. The positive characteristics of these natives are enterprising nature, moderation, discrimination, philosophical attitude, truth-seeking nature and unbounded vision.
Career Options for Shatabhisha Nakshatra Natives
The professions that are favorable for Shatabhisha Nakshatra born people are:

All professions that are associated with electrical work.
Jobs as radar and X-ray experts, chemotherapists and radio operators.
Jobs in the film and television industry such as Movie stars, trendsetters, photographers, science fiction writers and enthusiasts etc.
Astronomical professions such as Astronomers, Space researchers, rocket or space engineers etc.
Jobs associated with nuclear physics and general physics.
They can be good yoga-meditation gurus and zen experts.
Physicians and surgeons are best professions for Shatabhisha Nakshatra natives.
Jobs associated with the production and distribution of alcohol can be good Shatabhisha career options.
Automobile Industry jobs.
Jobs in the plastics, disposal and recycling industry.
Detective, puzzle experts, explorers, hunters and inventors.
Aeronautical-related jobs such as Pilots.
Jobs associated with biking and motorsports.
All the professions associated with martial art such as instructors and artists.
Drug and Pharmaceutical Industry jobs.
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Favorable Activities For Shatabhisha Nakshatra
Shatabhisha Nakshatra is a very auspicious Nakshatra for signing business deals and contracts. You can indulge in recreational ventures, therapies, meditation, yoga, rejuvenation and life-enhancing activities during this Nakshatra period. Traveling, bike riding and visiting the seaside are allowed in Shatabhisha star. This Nakshatra is very favorable for any sexual activity, land and business dealing and learning and educational activity. If you want to acquire a new vehicle or start medicine or perform any media event or technological activity, then Shatabhisha Nakshatra is one of the best Nakshatras to consider.

Unfavorable Activities For Shatabhisha Nakshatra
Shatabhisha Nakshatra is not auspicious for marriage or beginning any new work. It is not good for childbirth and fertility treatments. One should not buy clothes or jewelry or do any sort of domestic activities when Shatabhisha is in the sky. Socializing, lawsuits arguments and negative or wrathful actions result in negative outcomes during this period.
Shatabhisha Nakshatra Remedies
People suffering from afflictions of Shatabhisha Nakshatra should worship Lord Shiva and their forms. It is believed that worshipping Lord Shiva eliminates the negativity and afflictions due to the Shatabhisha constellation.

The natives should recite the root Mantra- “Om Lam”. Chanting this Shatabhisha Nakshatra Mantra 108 times on Saturday, during the lunar transition and in the corresponding month of Shatabhisha Nakshatra alleviates problems and bestows happiness.

Shatabhisha star men and women can increase the positive effects of Shatabhisha Nakshatra by wearing shades of blue color. They may also wear neon electric colors. People born in Shatabhisha Nakshatra should undertake all the important actions corresponding to the position of Shatabhisha star for the most auspicious results.
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Il y a trente ans, les dernières heures d’insouciance de l’underground américain

Du 20 au 25 août 1991, la vigoureuse scène #alternative du rock indépendant américain se réunissait dans l’État de Washington, autour d’une éthique et d’une poignée d’accords communs, lors de l’International Pop Underground Convention. Un absent remarqué allait quelques jours plus tard renverser leur monde : Nirvana.

Il y a trente ans, le 24 septembre 1991, la planète découvrait Nirvana. Les faux airs de clowns tristes sous leurs tignasses crades des trois musiciens, et les douze compositions de Nevermind, plus sophistiquées dans leur sauvagerie et habilement produites que tout ce que la scène rock indépendante avait créé jusque-là. Un avènement pour Kurt Cobain et ses deux comparses qui sonnait le glas d'une ère arrivée à son paroxysme à peine un mois plus tôt, lors d'un micro-Woodstock de la nation alternative des années 1980 tenu dans l'Etat de Washington. Une semaine de célébrations sans prétention qui marquait l'aboutissement d'une décennie de production musicale autonome, anti-consumériste, et d'un maillage de la scène musicale underground américaine, de New York à Seattle, de D.C. à la Californie, grâce aux labels #SST, Dischord, #Epitaph, K ou Sub Pop. La grande fête de l'école des punks, des nerds et des féministes de tout poil, la fabuleuse parade des losers, des asociaux et des parias. Ils ne le savaient alors pas encore, mais le « cool » et le système s'apprêtaient à les embrasser de gré ou de force.

La petite ville universitaire d'Olympia, 35 000 habitants, à cent bornes au sud-ouest de Seattle, a donc accueilli, du 20 au 25 août 1991, l'International Pop Underground Convention. Nirvana est absent, et pourtant l'ombre du groupe plane au dessus des salles de concert, notamment le luxueux #CapitolTheater, bâtiment de style Beaux-Arts qui trône dans le centre-ville depuis 1924. « La sortie imminente de Nevermind fut le sujet de discussion principal durant toute la convention », raconte Ira Collins, envoyé spécial de Rolling Stone pour couvrir l'événement. Le premier disque du trio, Bleach, sorti sur #SubPop en 1989, avait fait l'unanimité dans le milieu. La signature de Nirvana sur une major, à laquelle s'ajoutait l'arrivée du batteur Dave Grohl – transfuge des respectés Scream –, avait fait de Nevermind, dans le milieu, l'album le plus attendu de l'année. Mais Cobain, Novoselic et Grohl sont déjà loin, en Europe, en tournée avec #SonicYouth où ils y présentent en live les premiers extraits de l'album à venir, à des lieues d'imaginer que le bébé nageur de sa pochette deviendrait un jour la vedette des T-shirts des marchés aux puces du monde entier. « Pas trop dégoûté de ne pas être à la convention ? », avait demandé #ThurstonMoore à #KurtCobain. « Carrément ! »

“Un système culturel autosuffisant”
L'International Pop Underground Convention est organisée par #CalvinJohnson et #CandicePedersen, propriétaires de #KRecords, futur maison de Beck, Modest Mouse ou Built To Spill. Le label indépendant se fait le promoteur d'une scène underground locale expérimentale qui prône l'amateurisme et le minimalisme pop là où celle de Washington, D.C., son pendant sur la côte Est, s'est concentrée tout au long des années 80 sur le #punk-hardcore revendicatif du label Dischord ( #MinorThreat, #Void, Rites Of Spring). L'objectif de l'événement est de rassembler en un même lieu tous les acteurs – groupes, labels et fans – d'un réseau « do-it-yourself » national entretenu par la distribution de disques, l'échange de fanzines et les coups de main donnés aux artistes en tournée.

« Ce qui les unissait, c'était d'avoir bâti à partir 1981 un système culturel autosuffisant et totalement indépendant », explique Michael Azerrad, auteur de plusieurs livres (1) sur #Nirvana et la scène #rock alternative américaine des années 1980 et 1990. Ils seront 900 à rejoindre Olympia en cette fin d'été, débarquant non seulement de tout le pays, mais aussi du monde entier.

Sur scène, un son aussi lourd que celui des Melvins côtoie la pop naïve de Beat Happening, avec, en commun, une racine : le #punk. La cinquantaine de groupes invités – parmi lesquels Fugazi, #L7, #NationOfUlysses, #Unwound et cinq non-Américains – sont payés par les organisateurs, ce qui n'était pas le cas dans les rassemblements similaires qui se déroulaient à la même époque à New York.

“Une colonie de vacances rock'n'roll”
L'affiche n'a pas été annoncée à l'avance. L'accès à chaque concert, qui rassemble entre quatre et vingt groupes, coûte quatre ou cinq dollars. Aucun spectacle n'a lieu dans des bars, ceux-ci étant interdits aux moins de 21 ans. Aucun service de sécurité n'est engagé. Aucune accréditation n'est délivrée aux journalistes, qui payent leur place comme les autres. « Ce fut un moment rare, qui n'avait rien à voir avec le business, rappelle le patriarche de la côte Est, #IanMacKaye, cofondateur du groupe #Fugazi et de #DischordRecords. Il ne s'agissait que de partager notre amour de la musique au sein de notre communauté. »

Veillée pour la paix, projection marathon de la saga La Planète des singes, soirées dansantes et barbecue gratuit géant ponctuent cette « colonie de vacances rock'n'roll », comme l'écrit #IraRobbins dans Rolling Stone. « C'était idyllique et euphorique mais relativement discret, se souvient-il aujourd'hui. Il ne faut pas l'imaginer comme un festival classique, mais une manifestation modeste étalée sur divers lieux de la ville. Mais c'était absolument magique. » Dans une atmosphère de franche camaraderie, les #Melvins donneront un concert gratuit dans un parc. Dans la foule, on apercevait les parents et grands-parents des musiciens, tous vêtus de T-shirts du groupe.

L'activisme politique et la créativité culturelle de la scène d' #Olympia, encouragés par les programmes alternatifs de sa très progressiste université, avaient aussi permis l'émergence d'un mouvement féministe, les #riotgrrrls, qui prendra son envol à l'occasion de la convention. La soirée d'ouverture, baptisée « Love rock revolution girl style now » sera même le concert le plus marquant des six jours. Une succession de groupes féminins dont #BikiniKill, #Bratmobile et Heavens To Betsy (première formation de #CorinTucker de #Sleater-Kinney) démontraient crânement que les femmes avaient leur place à tenir dans le circuit alternatif – mieux, que si on ne leur donnait pas, elles la prendraient elles-mêmes.

Des losers bientôt cools
« Personne ne pouvait imaginer qu'on vivait la fin d'une époque, observe #MichaelAzerrad. Mais dans les semaines qui ont suivi la convention, le succès prodigieux de Smells Like Teen Spirit a tout changé. Cette communauté underground s'est transformée en potentielle vache à lait, ce qui l'a bouleversée à jamais. » Les quatre power chords du single phare de Nirvana débarquent à la radio le 27 août 1991, deux jours seulement après la fin de l' #InternationalPopUndergroundConvention. Tout bascule, pour le meilleur – le mainstream s'intéresse enfin à cette scène florissante et un #rock non frelaté domine à nouveau les radios – comme pour le pire – l'étiquette #grunge devient un outil marketing commode pour vendre baskets qui clignotent et colorations pour cheveux sur MTV. Le mouvement Riot grrrl, les mains encore pleines de l'encre de ses foisonnants fanzines photocopiés, se retrouve à la une de revues pour adolescentes, vidé de sa substance par des médias qui le réduisent à un phénomène de mode. « Les conversations ont changé après 1991, finit par déplorer, laconique, l'incorruptible Ian MacKaye. Avant, les gens échangeaient des idées et de la musique. Après, ils ne parlaient plus que d'argent et de contrats. »

« Aucun laquais de l'ogre corporate ne sera admis. » Cet avertissement péremptoire figurait au bas des invitations à l'International Pop Underground Convention pour sa première édition. Il n'y en aura pas d'autre. Et pour cause : qui, trente ans plus tard, pourrait en passer les portes ?

(1) Our Band Could Be Your Life: Scenes from the American Indie Underground 1981-1991 et Come as You Are: the Story of Nirvana.

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