NEW DELHI, INDIA, October 14, 2021 (Hindustan Times): Hindu Tamil Nadu Governor RN Ravi greeted the people of the state ahead of Ayudha Puja and Vijayadasami. Ayudha Puja symbolizes the victory of good over evil and celebration of the annihilation of demon Mahishasura by Goddess Durga, he said in a statement. It is celebrated as part of the Navratri festival. Ayudha Puja also known as Astra Puja (worship), is the day when people worship and clean the instruments they use, weapons for those in the armed forces, machines, tools etc. for the skilled trades. These tools can be as small as pins, knives or spanners as well as large devices like computers, heavy machinery, cars and buses—even fighter jets as shown above. In South India, Ayudha Puja is also celebrated along with Saraswati Puja.
According to spiritual gurus and experts, the worshipping of instruments and weapons gives a feeling of fulfillment. When a person shows reverence to the things he/she possesses, it brings them to harmony with the universe, according to experts. “Reverence in ownership frees you from greed and jealousy,” said Art of Living founder Sri Sri Ravishankar. On this day, all the instruments are thoroughly cleaned and worshipped. Some devotees also keep their tools in front of the Goddess to seek her blessings and mark the victory she achieved.
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