Durga Puja is one of the most celebrated festivals in India, especially in West Bengal, Assam, Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, and many other parts of the country. It is a time when devotees worship Goddess Durga with great devotion, grandeur, and enthusiasm. The festival symbolizes the victory of good over evil, as Goddess Durga is believed to have defeated the demon Mahishasura after a fierce battle. However, beyond the rituals, cultural programs, and festivities, there lies a deeper spiritual question: Is the worship being performed in the correct way as prescribed in the holy scriptures?
Saint Rampal Ji Maharaj, a spiritual leader and reformer, has revealed profound truths about the real way of worship according to the holy scriptures. His teachings shed light on the hidden secrets of Durga Puja and guide seekers toward the true path of salvation. This article explores the significance of Durga Puja, the misconceptions surrounding it, and the scriptural evidence presented by Saint Rampal Ji Maharaj that reveals the true way of worship.
The Significance of Durga Puja
Durga Puja is not just a religious festival but also a cultural celebration. It represents the eternal fight between righteousness and unrighteousness. According to popular belief, Goddess Durga was created by the combined powers of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva to destroy the demon Mahishasura, who had become invincible due to a boon. The festival is celebrated for nine days, known as Navratri, during which devotees fast, perform rituals, and worship different forms of Goddess Durga.
The festival also symbolizes feminine power, devotion, and the triumph of divine energy over demonic forces. However, while the external celebrations are grand, the question arises: does this worship truly lead to liberation (moksha), or is it limited to worldly benefits?
The Hidden Truth About Goddess Durga
Saint Rampal Ji Maharaj, through his spiritual discourses, has revealed that Goddess Durga, also known as Prakriti Devi, is not the Supreme God but a powerful deity within the material realm. According to the holy scriptures, she is the consort of Kaal Brahm (also known as Jyoti Niranjan or Satan in some texts), who rules over the 21 universes. Together, they manage the cycle of birth and death, but they themselves are not free from it.
In the Devi Bhagwat Purana and Durga Saptashati, it is mentioned that Goddess Durga grants temporary boons to her devotees, such as wealth, health, and protection. However, she herself admits that she cannot grant liberation. Liberation can only be attained by worshiping the Supreme God, who is beyond birth and death.
Scriptural Evidence About the Supreme God
Saint Rampal Ji Maharaj emphasizes that the Supreme God is none other than KavirDev (Kabir Sahib), who is described in the Vedas, Bhagavad Gita, and other scriptures.
- In the Bhagavad Gita (18:62), Lord Krishna advises Arjuna to surrender to that Supreme God who is beyond him, who can grant complete liberation.
- In the Rigveda (10:90) and Yajurveda (29:25), the Supreme God is described as the creator of all, who is distinct from Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva.
- The Kabir Sagar, a spiritual scripture, clearly identifies Kabir Sahib as the Supreme God who appeared in Kashi and revealed the true way of worship.
This proves that while Goddess Durga is revered, she is not the ultimate power who can grant salvation.
The Limitations of Durga Worship
Devotees worship Goddess Durga with utmost faith, but the results are temporary. The boons granted by Durga are confined to material pleasures, protection from enemies, or worldly success. However, these do not free the soul from the cycle of birth and death.
Saint Rampal Ji Maharaj explains that worshiping Durga or any other deity within the material realm binds the soul further into karmic bondage. The soul continues to take birth in different life forms, experiencing happiness and sorrow, without attaining eternal peace.
The Bhagavad Gita (7:20-23) also confirms that those who worship demigods receive temporary benefits, but such worship is considered inferior because it does not lead to liberation.
The Secret Revealed by Saint Rampal Ji Maharaj
Saint Rampal Ji Maharaj has revealed that the true way of worship is not idol worship, fasting, or performing rituals that are not supported by the scriptures. Instead, the true worship involves:
- Identifying the Supreme God – Understanding that Kabir Sahib is the Supreme God who created the entire universe.
- Receiving True Initiation – Taking initiation (Naam Diksha) from a Tatvdarshi Saint, as mentioned in the Bhagavad Gita (4:34).
- Chanting the True Mantras – Practicing the mantras given by the enlightened Saint, which are based on the Vedas and other scriptures.
- Living a Disciplined Life – Following moral conduct, abstaining from intoxicants, violence, and sinful activities.
This path leads the soul toward liberation, breaking free from the cycle of birth and death.
Durga Puja in the Light of True Knowledge
When viewed through the lens of true spiritual knowledge, Durga Puja takes on a new meaning. Instead of worshiping Durga for temporary gains, seekers should understand her role in the cosmic order and move beyond her worship to connect with the Supreme God.
Saint Rampal Ji Maharaj explains that the true purpose of human life is not to accumulate wealth, power, or temporary pleasures but to attain salvation. Festivals like Durga Puja should inspire seekers to question the real path of worship and seek guidance from a true spiritual master.
The Role of a Tatvdarshi Saint
The scriptures emphasize the importance of a Tatvdarshi Saint (a God-realized Saint) who can impart true knowledge and guide seekers toward salvation.
- In the Bhagavad Gita (4:34), it is said: “Approach a Tatvdarshi Saint, surrender to him, and learn the truth from him.”
- The Mundaka Upanishad (1.2.12) also states that only a realized Guru can impart the knowledge of the Supreme God.
Saint Rampal Ji Maharaj is recognized as such a Tatvdarshi Saint because he provides evidence from all major scriptures and reveals the true way of worship that leads to liberation.
Misconceptions About Worship
Many devotees believe that fasting, offering flowers, lighting lamps, and performing rituals are the true forms of worship. However, these practices are not mentioned in the Vedas or the Bhagavad Gita as the path to salvation. Instead, they are man-made traditions that provide psychological satisfaction but do not liberate the soul.
Saint Rampal Ji Maharaj clarifies that true worship is not about external rituals but about connecting the soul with the Supreme God through the correct mantras and spiritual discipline
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The Benefits of True Worship
By following the true way of worship as revealed by Saint Rampal Ji Maharaj, devotees can experience:
- Freedom from the cycle of birth and death
- Eternal peace and happiness
- Protection from negative energies
- True spiritual knowledge
- Union with the Supreme God
Unlike temporary benefits from Durga worship, these are eternal rewards that fulfill the true purpose of human life.
Conclusion
Durga Puja is a festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil, but its deeper spiritual significance is often overlooked. While Goddess Durga is revered as a powerful deity, she is not the Supreme God who can grant liberation. Saint Rampal Ji Maharaj has revealed, through scriptural evidence, that Kabir Sahib is the Supreme God and that only by worshiping Him through the guidance of a Tatvdarshi Saint can one attain salvation.
This Durga Puja, instead of limiting devotion to rituals and temporary gains, seekers should embrace the true way of worship and move toward eternal liberation. The teachings of Saint Rampal Ji Maharaj provide the key to unlocking this spiritual truth and fulfilling the ultimate purpose of human life.
By understanding and practicing the true way of worship, one can transform Durga Puja from a festival of rituals into a celebration of eternal truth and divine connection.
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