DURVA OR GRASS MAGICAL BENEFITS

So, what exactly is durva? The durva grass consists of three blades which represent the three principles of the primal Shiva, the primal Shakti and the primal Ganesha. 

In Hindu pujas or worship, Durva or doob grass is primarily offered to Lord Ganesha to attract his blessings, remove obstacles, and ensure ritual success, symbolizing prosperity and purity. It is used for its sacred and purifying properties, believed to absorb and transmit divine vibrations. It is considered an essential offering in Ganesh puja and other ceremonies like havan and Abhishekam. 

Mythological Story Of Durva 

Once, a demon named Analasura caused havoc in the heavens. He emitted fire from his eyes and destroyed whatever came in his way. All the demi-gods fled and sought Lord Ganesha’s help against the demon. Ganesha assured them that He would finish off the demon and restore peace. 

In the battlefield, Analasura started attacking Lord Ganesha with fireballs and eventually tried to gulp him down. At that moment, Lord Ganesha showed him His original form, or ‘Virat Roop’ and gulped down the demon, instead. After gulping down the demon, Lord Ganesha felt extremely restless due to the heat inside His body. 

So, the moon came to His help and stood on Ganesha’s head. Thus, He was named ‘Bhaalachandra’. Lord Vishnu also gave His lotus to bring down the heat, Lord Shiva tied His cobra around Ganesha’s belly. But nothing could bring down the heat. 

Finally, a few sages came with 21 durvas and placed it on Ganesha’s head. Miraculously, the heat evaporated! Thus, Lord Ganesha declared that whoever worships Him with durva grass will forever receive His blessings. The minimum number of durva grass to be offered to Lord Ganesha should be 21. 

The Durva is tied together and offer them to Lord Ganesha after dipping them in water. The entire idol of Lord Ganesha, excluding the face, should be covered with Durva. You should begin by offering the durva from the feet of the deity and then moving on to other parts. 

Benefits of Doob or Grass

Durva (Bermuda grass) has many traditional and potential health uses, including for skin disorders due to its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, digestion as a detoxifier, and blood sugar control. 

It is prepared as juice or a paste for external application and is believed to be a blood purifier and a remedy for fatigue, insomnia, anemia, and vaginal discharge. 

A paste made from Durva grass and turmeric can be applied to the skin for conditions like itching and rashes. A mixture of Durva grass juice with yogurt is sometimes used to treat urinary tract infections and vaginal discharge. 

Important Considerations 

Cleanliness: Ensure the Durva grass is from a clean source, free from pesticides and other contaminants, especially if consuming it. 

Consultation: For any persistent or serious health issues, always consult with a healthcare professional or a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner.  

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