Updated on: 07 October, 2024 11:49 AM IST |
Goddesses Worshipped in Navratri
The Siddhidatri avatar is worshipped on the last day of Navratri. Seated on a lotus, the Goddess is worshipped by one and all. She is said to be a synthesis of all the eight Goddesses mentioned earlier.
Maha Gauri is worshipped on the Ashtami or eighth day. Signifying knowledge and tranquility, the Goddess is deemed as white as snow, meaning fair and beautiful.
Kalratri is the avatar revered on the seventh day. The name suggests a dark, black night; and praising the Goddess on this night helps make devotees fearless.
Katyayani, the Goddess with three eyes and four hands, seated on her vehicle lion, is worshipped on the 6th day.
Skanda Mata is said to be revered on day five. Her name originates from the fact that she was the mother of the principal soldier of the army of Gods, Skanda.
Kushmanda, form of Durga is revered. Legends have it that the Goddess created the entire universe just by her laughter.
The third day witnesses the worship of the Chandraghanta avatar, who represents courage and beauty.
On the second day, the Brahmacharini -Parvati avatar of Goddess Durga is appraised. Originating from the word Brahma meaning self-punishment, the Goddess was said to have undergone harsh penance to win Lord Shiva as her husband.
Shailputri is the foremost form of Maa Durga. Famed as the Himalayan daughter, she is also the partner of Lord Shiva.
Navaratri stands as one of the most revered festivals of India. Celebrated with utmost zeal, the Hindu festival witnesses the worship of different forms of Goddess Durga. So, as we welcome the supreme Lords this Navratri, lets take a look at the avatars of Maa Durga that are worshipped each day.
