Navratri is festival of Hindus. This time Chaitra Navratri is from 19 march to 27 march . In this holy festival which lasts for 9 days nine forms of Goddess Durga are worshiped.
- Temples are especially crowded during Navratri.
- Special aarti of Goddess Durga has importance in Navaratri.
- Millions of devotees come to visit the temple and every wish is fulfilled.
Mythological Victory
Navratri marks the victory of Goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasura. This symbolises that truth and goodness always win over evil.
Worship of Shakti
The festival celebrates Shakti (power) which is the energy that runs the universe Maa Durga represents strength,protection and positivity.
Forms of Goddess Durga
Different the 9days worship different forms like :
- Shailputri
- Brahmacharini
- Chandraghanta
- kushmanda
- Skandamata
- Katyayani
- Kalaratri
- Mahagauri
- Siddhidatri
Spiritual purification & devotion
People do fasting (Vrat ) Puja and meditation to purify their mind and body.
Seasonal change celebration
Navratri comes during the change of seasons so, it is also a time to reset life style and health.
How to celebrate Navaratri
- kalash is established in the house.
- fast is observed .
- Pooja aarti is permoed in temple and houses.
- karva and Dandiya dances are also performed at some places.
- kanya Puja is also performed in the nine during the day.