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Chaitra Navratri 2024 Date Ninve Forms of Goddess Durga

Shardiya  Navratri 2024 Date: Shardiya  Navratri, a significant Hindu festival which is to be commence from October 03, 2024. The Shardiya Navratri use to commence from the Pratipada Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Ashwina which is generally comes in the month of October in English Calendar. The commencement of Shardiya Navratri commence from Pratipada and Dussehra is the culmination of the 10 days celebration commonly known as Vijayadashmi  which is going to be celebrated Dashami Tithi of Shukla Paksha in Ashwina Month, on October 12, 2024.  
The important nine manifestation of goddesses Durgaa is knonw as Shailputri or Pratipada, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skandamata, Katyayani, Kalaratri, Mahagauri, Siddhidatri. According to the Hindu calendar, this year Goddess Durga is coming during Navratri riding on a horse which is not considered auspicious but this year the mother's farewell will be on a male vehicle which is considered auspicious.

Shardiya  Navratri 2024 Date

Days and DatesNavratri PujaTithi
Thursday, October 3, 2024 (Day 1)Ghatsthapana/ShailputriPratipada
Friday, October 4, 2024BrahmachariniDwitiya
Saturday, October 5, 2024ChandraghantaTritiya
Sunday, October 6, 2024KushmandaChaturthi
Monday, October 7, 2024SkandamataPanchami
Tuesday, October 8, 2024KatyayaniShashti
Wednesday. October 9, 2024KaalratriSaptami
Thursday, October 10, 2024MahagauriAshtami
Friday, October 11, 2024SiddhidatriNavami
Saturday, October 12, 2024DussehraDashami
Sunday, October 13, 2024Durga VisarjanDashami/Ekadashi

According to Chaitra Navratri 2024, the nine forms of Goddess Durga are described as follows:

Shailputri:

The first form is Shailputri, who is called the daughter of Shail (mountain). In this form the mother's focus is on purity and sacrifice. She holds a Kamandalu and Lota. Goddess Shail Putri is one of the nine forms of Goddess Durga who is known as Goddess Parvati, the wife of Lord Shiva. Shailputri is considered to be the daughter of mountain king Himalaya, who is mentioned in the Puranas. It is said that Shaiputri is the first among all the nine forms of Goddess Durga. As mentioned in Hindu mythology, Shailputri is considered to be the reincarnation of Sati and was the daughter of Daksha Shailputri.

Brahmacharini:

In the second form, Mother is Brahmacharini, who does penance, meditates, and waits for the welfare of the children. The name of Brahmacharini Devi is one of the nine forms of Navadurga Mata. In this form, Maa Durga is shown doing penance, meditating, and waiting for the welfare of her children.

The form of Brahmacharini is a symbol of perfect meditation, penance, and restraint. Brahmacharini has a rosary and kamandalu in her hands. Mala symbolizes meditation and contemplation, while Kamandalu symbolizes penance and celibacy. She usually wears white clothes which shows her purity and chastity.

Chandraghanta:

The third form is Mother Chandraghanta, who establishes the shape of the moon. She sits on a special seat in the form of the moon. They are illuminated by the moon and have a giant moon image on their face.

The sight of Chandraghanta Maa's face is peaceful, but her form is fierce and noble. She holds a veena in her two hands and wears a moon-shaped Chandrakoti on her face. There is a tricolor between Chandraghanta Maa's Chandrakoti, which is a symbol of innovation and power. They are accompanied by Akshamala, bell and incense sticks, which are used for worship. By worshiping Chandraghanta Maa, devotees are blessed with peace, happiness, and prosperity in their life. They have no need to be afraid, because Mother Chandraghanta always protects her devotees.

Kushmanda Devi:

Navadurga is one of the fourth forms of Mata. In this form Maa Durga is depicted as the goddess who maintains the origin of life. The form of Mother Kushmanda is very fierce and impressive. His eyes are red in color and he has a fiery smile on his face. One form of his face reflects his inner powers. Mother Kushmanda has four hands, in which she holds a stick in one hand and Kamandalu in the other. She holds a prong and a bladed knife, symbols of her origin. Kushmanda Maa's vehicle is a lion, which represents her strength and courage. By worshiping Kushmanda Maa, devotees get relief from all the problems and obstacles arising in their life, and they get a meaningful and prosperous life. His worship blesses the devotees with strength and courage.

Skandamata:

Mother in the fifth form is Skandamata, who is the mother of Skanda (Kartikeya). Skandamata is one of the fifth forms of Navadurga Mata. In this form Maa Durga is worshiped as the mother of Skanda (Kartikeya). The form of Skandmata is very happy and beautiful. She sits with a child in her lap, who represents Kartikeya (Skanda). Her pastimes are spiritual and blissful, and she is characterized as an attractive Sadhvi. By worshiping Skandmata Maa, devotees get blessings for having children, happiness, and prosperity in their life. By worshiping her, the mother provides blessings for the safety of her family.

Katyayani:

The sixth form is Mother Katyayani, who worships Uttar Kumar for the killing of Mahishasura. The form of Goddess Katyayani is very noble and generous. Her face is the embodiment of happiness and gentleness, but her gaze is fierce and commanding. Katyayani Devi has four hands, in which one hand holds a standing trident and the other hand holds a veena. He features two hands and a posture that represents his power. Katyayani Devi's vehicle is a lion, which represents her strength and bravery. By worshiping Goddess Katyayani, devotees get blessings to achieve stability, prosperity, and success in their life. By worshiping her, Mother gives restraint and decision for success in all his work.

Kalratri:

The seventh form is Mother Kalratri, who is the goddess who maintains the origin of Kalratri. The form of Goddess Kalratri is extremely fierce and fierce. She is revered as Kali, whose face is full of fierceness and wonder. There is a statue of a giant knife on his face, and flames of fire appear in his eyes. Goddess Kaalratri has four hands, in which one hand holds a standing trident and the other hand holds a black pitcher. In his third hand he holds Damru, and in his fourth hand he holds the Mudra of Vardan, which represent his power. Goddess Kaalratri's vehicle is a bear, which represents her power and protection. By worshiping Kalratri Maa, devotees get blessings to attain strength, courage, and fearlessness in their life. By worshiping her, the Mother removes all their fears and distress, and bestows upon them the blessings of protection and respect.

Mahagauri Devi

Navadurga is one of the eighth forms of Mata. In this form, Maa Durga is worshiped in an auspicious and sacred form. In this form, Maa Durga is considered a symbol of her specialty and purity. The appearance of Mahagauri Devi is magnificent and divine. Her face is luminous and she appears extremely pure. She wears white clothes, which shows her purity and purity. Mahagauri Devi has two hands, in which one hand holds a trident and the other hand holds the boon gesture. They have a smile on their face, which represents their kindness and happiness. Mahagauri Devi's vehicle is a lion, which represents her strength and courage. By worshiping Mahagauri Maa, devotees attain auspicious and sacred qualities in their lives. By worshiping her, the Mother removes all their sorrows and evils, and bestows them with the blessings of peace and happiness.

Siddhidatri:

The ninth form is Mother Siddhidatri, who is the goddess of all accomplishments. She holds the boon and the vehicle in both her hands. These nine forms are the unique and iconic forms of Goddess Durga, which are worshiped during the nine days of Navratri. Siddhidatri Devi is one of the ninth and final forms of Navadurga Mata. In this form, Maa Durga is worshiped as the almighty Siddhidatri, who grants siddhis (good results) to her devotees.

The form of Goddess Siddhidatri is very happy and generous. His face is radiant and his eyes contain a feeling of infinite kindness and affection. Siddhidatri Devi has two hands, in which one hand holds a standing trident and the other hand holds the boon gesture. Their hands feel bright and auspicious. Siddhidatri Devi's vehicle is mace, which represents her strength and power. By worshiping Siddhidatri Maa, devotees attain accomplishments, success, and grace in their life. By worshiping her, Mother blesses her with success and prosperity in all her endeavors.

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