What the tradition says
Marriage-focused Shakta puja addressed to Parvati in her Swayamvara aspect, traditionally recommended for delayed or obstructed marriage. Texts pair it with the Swayamvara-Parvati mantra and offerings of red flowers and sindoor.
What it addresses
- Venus
- Mars
- Mangal dosha
Traditional timing
- Friday and Monday are emphasised.
- Mangala-Gauri Tuesdays of Shravana are a traditional observance for marriage.
- Often timed to the bright fortnight (shukla-paksha).
Source
Swayamvara-Parvati-kalpa; Rudra-yamala-tantra
Common questions
- What is Swayamvara-Parvati-puja?
- Marriage-focused Shakta puja addressed to Parvati in her Swayamvara aspect, traditionally recommended for delayed or obstructed marriage. Texts pair it with the Swayamvara-Parvati mantra and offerings of red flowers and sindoor.
- What does Swayamvara-Parvati-puja address?
- Traditionally associated with Venus, Mars. Cited in connection with Mangal dosha.
- When is Swayamvara-Parvati-puja traditionally performed?
- Friday and Monday are emphasised. Mangala-Gauri Tuesdays of Shravana are a traditional observance for marriage. Often timed to the bright fortnight (shukla-paksha).
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