नवरात्र के नौ दिनों में शैलपुत्री, ब्रह्माचारिणी, चंद्रघण्टा, कूष्माण्डा, स्कंदमाता, कात्यायनी, कालरात्रि, महागौरी और सिद्धिदात्री का पूजन किया जाता हैं।, नवरात्रे के प्रथम तीन दिन पार्वती के तीन स्वरुपों का पूजन किया जाता हैं, अगले तीन दिन माँ लक्ष्मी के स्वरुपों का पूजन किया जाता हैं। और आखिरी के तीन दिन सरस्वती माता के स्वरुपों की पूजा की जाती हैं। उसी प्रकार नौ देवीयों को क्रमशः प्रथम दिन शैलपुत्री, द्वितीय दिन ब्रह्माचारिणी, तृतीय दिन चन्द्रघण्टा, चतुर्थ दिन कुष्माण्डा, पंचम् दिन स्कन्द माता, षष्ठम् दिन कात्यायिनी, साप्तम् दिन कालरात्रि, अष्टम् दिन महागौरी और नौवें दिन सिद्धिदात्री के रुप का पूजन किया जाता हैं। नवरात्रे के नौ दिनों तक भक्त के मन में यह कौतुहल होता हैं, कि वह माता को भोग में क्या चढ़ाये, जिससे माँ शीघ्र प्रसन्न हों जाये, हिन्दू धर्म में प्रसाद अर्पण किये बिना पूजन संपन्न नहीं होता है। नवरात्र के नौ दिन में नौ देवियों को अलग-अलग भोग लगाने का विधान धर्मशास्त्रों में वर्णित हैं। नवरात्र के प्रथम दिन देवी शैलपुत्री नवरात्र के प्रथम दिन मां के शैलपुत्री स्वरूप ...

Navratri, a sacred Hindu festival, is celebrated with fervor and devotion across the country. It is a time when devotees immerse themselves in various rituals to seek blessings, remove negativity, and invite prosperity into their lives. Here’s a detailed guide on some traditional practices to observe during the nine days of Navratri: Swastik on the Main Door: One of the auspicious symbols in Hinduism, the Swastik, holds immense significance. Drawing a Swastik on the main door before the commencement of Navratri is believed to invite positive energy and ward off negative influences from entering the household. Offering Paan & Supari to Hanumanji: During Navratri, devotees offer Paan (betel leaf) and Supari (betel nut) to Lord Hanuman. This act is considered auspicious and is believed to invoke the blessings of strength, courage, and protection from evil forces. Lighting the Akhand Jyot: Lighting the Akhand Jyot (eternal flame) in the temple is a common practice during Navratri. I...

Goddess  Durga is worshipped as the protector of the world. She is also known as the destroyer of evil and the giver of good. Goddess   Durga is often depicted riding a tiger and carrying weapons in her hands. She is a powerful and revered goddess, and her worship is widespread throughout India. Nav Durga, or the nine forms of Durga, each of the nine forms of Durga has her own unique characteristics and powers. Nav Durga Stuti: नव दुर्गा रूपेण प्रणिपतनम प्रथम: शैलपुत्री च द्वितीयं ब्रह्मचारिणी नमस्तुभ्यं तृतीयं अर्धचंद्रधारणीय चंद्रघंटा देवी प्रणांभ्यम प्रणामी ब्रह्माण्ड रचनी मां कुष्मांडा चतुर्थकम् स्कंदमाता जगजननी पंचमं च षष्टः महिषासुरमर्दिनी कात्यानी च सप्तम महागौरी शिवआर्धागिनी नामों नम: नवम सिद्धिदात्री मां सिद्ध सर्व करेशु सर्वदा।। The nine forms of Durga are: Shailputri :  Shailputri is the daughter of the mountain king Himavan. She is the first form of Durga and is worshipped as the giver of life.  Mantra:  Om Ya Devi Shailputri Devi Namah ( ॐ देव...

Navratri, a nine-day Hindu festival that celebrates the nine forms of the goddess Durga. It is one of the most popular festivals in India and is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm. Dates Navratri in 2023 will begin on October 15 and end on October 24. Significance Navratri celebrates the victory of good over evil. It is believed that the goddess Durga defeated the demon Mahishasura during the nine days of Navratri. Navratri is also a time to celebrate feminine energy and to seek the blessings of the goddess Durga. Muhurat The muhurat for Ghatasthapana, which is the installation of the Navratri idol, in 2023 is from 6:29 AM to 7:39 AM on October 15. Dos and Don'ts Here are some dos and don'ts for Navratri: Do: Fast during Navratri, if possible. Chant mantras and prayers to the goddess Durga. Offer flowers, fruits, and sweets to the goddess Durga. Attend Navratri aarti ceremonies. Wear traditional Navratri clothes. Don't: Eat meat, onion, and garlic during Navratri...

Chaitra Navratri and its regional variations in India Chaitra Navratri is a nine-day festival celebrated by Hindus all over India. It is observed during the Hindu month of Chaitra, which falls in March or April. The festival is dedicated to the worship of the goddess Durga and her various forms. While the basic rituals remain the same across the country, there are several regional variations in the way the festival is celebrated. In this blog post, we will discuss Chaitra Navratri and its regional variations in India. North India In North India, particularly in the states of Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh, Chaitra Navratri is celebrated with great fervor. People fast during the nine days of the festival and offer prayers to the goddess Durga. On the eighth day, which is known as Ashtami, young girls are worshipped as they are considered to be a manifestation of the goddess. This day is also known as Kanya Pujan or Kanjak Pujan. West India In Western India, particularl...

Chaitra Navratri is a Hindu festival that is celebrated with great fervor and devotion in the month of Chaitra, which falls in March or April according to the Gregorian calendar. The festival is celebrated for nine days, and it marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year. Navratri means "nine nights" in Sanskrit, and during this festival, devotees worship Goddess Durga and her various forms. Significance of Chaitra Navratri Chaitra Navratri is an important festival for Hindus, and it holds a lot of significance in Hindu mythology. According to Hindu scriptures, it is believed that during this time, the Goddess Durga descends on Earth to rid it of evil forces and to bless her devotees with happiness, prosperity, and good health. Devotees offer prayers and perform various rituals to please the Goddess and seek her blessings during this festival. Difference between Chaitra Navratri and Sharad Navratri There are two main Navratri festivals celebrated in India - Chaitra Navratri a...