Which 9 goddesses are worshipped during Navratri?
Which 9 goddesses are worshipped during Navratri?
During these nine days, nine forms of Goddess Durga, namely Shailaputri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skanda Mata, Katyayani, Kalaratri, Mahagauri, and Siddhidatri, are worshipped by her devotees. They are collectively known as Navdurga.
What are the nine days of Navratri called?
Nine different avatars of Goddess Durga are worshipped during the Navratri. The 1st day is dedicated to Goddess Shailputri, 2nd to Brahmacharini, 3rd to Chandraghanta, 4th day to Kushmanda, 5th day to Skandamata, 6th day to Katyayani, 7th day to Kaalratri, 8th to Mahagauri and 9th day to Siddhidatri.
How many goddesses are worshiped during Navratri festival?
During the nine days of Navratri, devotees worship nine avatars of Goddess Durga, namely Shailaputri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skanda Mata, Katyayani, Kalaratri, Mahagauri, and Siddhidatri.
Which form of Devi is being Worshipped on Day 9 of Navratri?
Day 9: Goddess Siddhidatri Goddess Siddhidhatri is worshipped on the ninth day or ‘Navami’ and her form of Shakti signifies knowledge, wisdom and accomplishment. Her name also signifies perfection.
What are the colors for Navratri 2021?
Nine Avatars of Goddess Durga are Shailaputri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skanda Mata, Katyayani, Kalaratri, Mahagauri, and Siddhidatri. Each day of Navratri is associated with a special colour. These colours are yellow, green, grey, orange, white, red, royal blue and pink.
Which Colours to wear on which day?
Colors of the day in Thailand
| Day | Color of the day | God of the day |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday | Red | Surya |
| Monday | Yellow or Cream | Chandra |
| Tuesday | Pink | Mangala |
| Wednesday (Day) | Green | Budha |
What do the nine days of Navratri mean?
The festival is associated to the prominent battle that took place between Durga and the demon Mahishasura to celebrate the victory of good over evil. These nine days are solely dedicated to Durga and her nine avatars – the Navadurga.
Why do we celebrate Navratri for 9 days?
People come together during Navratri to celebrate Durga, the mother goddess who carries lots of weapons in her arms. Durga is best known for killing an evil demon in a battle which lasted nine days and nights and that is why the festival lasts for nine days and nights as well!