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தமிழில் ।।

Significance of Goddess Katyayani – Navratri Day 6

Kātyāyanī is the 6th form of Goddess Durga and she is worshipped on the 6th day of Navratri.

When we meditate on Goddess Kātyāyanī by keeping our attention on the Ajna Chakra, She blesses us with profound wisdom, happiness and prosperity. All the 4 goals of life such as Dharma, Artha, Kama and Moksha is easily attained with the grace of Goddess Kātyāyanī when you surrender with complete faith. Moreover, Goddess Kātyāyanī has the power to free us from the sins accumulated from all our past lives when we worship her with devotion.

The Mantra for Kātyāyanī:

Aum Hrim Katyayini Durgaye Namaha

Hidden meaning of Kātyāyanī as explained by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar: Everything that happens and unfolds before us, which is called Prapancha is not limited only to what is visible. That which is invisible and cannot be perceived by the senses is far greater than we can even imagine and comprehend.

The subtle world which is invisible and unmanifest is ruled by this form of the Mother Divine – Katyayani. In this form, she represents everything that cannot be seen or understood. Katyayani represents the deep and most intricate secrets of Divinity.

# How did this form of the Mother Divine come to manifest?

The Story behind the manifestation of Mother Divine to the form of KathyayaniOnce upon a time it so happened that all the demigods became very angry. The form of the Mother Divine that arose from this anger came to be known as Katyayani. There are divine and demonic forces in creation. So also, anger can be a positive or a negative force.

How can anger be a positive or a divine quality, and when can it become a negative or a demonic quality?

There is a huge difference between the two. Do not think that anger is only a bad quality. Anger is also important and has its own place. Good anger is associated with wisdom, while bad anger with emotions and selfishness. Good anger comes from a sense of broad vision. Anger is appropriate when it is directed towards injustice and ignorance. Usually whoever gets angry tends to think that his anger is justified and directed towards some injustice only! But if you go deeper into more subtle levels of existence, you will find that it is not really so. In such cases, anger actually creates bondage for the person. So, the anger that arises for righteous reasons and is directed towards negativity and injustice is represented by Devi Katyayani.

You must have witnessed so many natural calamities which people call the revenge of Nature. For example, many places get struck by huge earthquakes, or severe floods. All these happenings are attributed to Devi Katyayani. Devi Katyayani represents that divine principle and form of the Mother Divine which is behind such terrible natural calamities and disasters. Devi Katyayani also represents that anger that arises in Creation to restore and revive the principles of Dharma and truth. Katyayani is the divine force or principle of the unmanifest Divinity that arises in the subtle layers of creation against negativity and for the purpose of restoring Dharma. It is said that the anger of a wise person only brings about greater good; whereas even the love of an ignorant or foolish person can only cause more trouble. That is why Devi Katyayani actually represents a beneficial and uplifting force.

The Legend of Kātyāyanī’s Creation:

The Vamana Purana mentions the legend of her creation in great detail: “When the gods had sought Vishnu in their distress, he and at his command Shiva , Brahma and the other gods, emitted such flames from their eyes and countenances that a mountain of effulgence was formed, from which became manifest Katyayini, refulgent as a thousand suns, having three eyes, black hair and eighteen arms. Shiva gave her his trident, Vishnu a Sudarshan Chakra or discus, Varuna a shankha , a conch-shell, Agni a dart, Vayu a bow, Surya a quiver full of arrows, Indra a thunderbolt, Kuvera a mace, Brahma a rosary and water-pot, Kala a shield and sword, Visvakarma a battle-axe and other weapons. Thus armed and adored by the gods, Katyayani proceeded to the Mysore hills. There, the asuras saw her and captivated by her beauty they so described her to Mahishasura , their king, that he was anxious to obtain her. On asking for her hand, she told him she must be won in fight. He came and fought; at length Durga dismounted from her lion, and sprang upon the back of Mahisha, who was in the form of a buffalo and with her tender feet so smote him on the head that he fell to the ground senseless, when she cut off his head with her sword and hence was called Mahishasuramardini, the Slayer of Mahishasura.

காத்யாயனி தேவியின் முக்கியத்துவம் - நவராத்திரி நாள் 6

காத்யாயனி துர்கா தேவியின் 6 வது வடிவம் மற்றும் அவள் நவராத்திரியின் 6 வது நாளில் வழிபடப்படுகிறாள்.

காத்யாயனி தேவியை ஆஜ்னா சக்கரத்தில் வைத்து தியானிக்கும்போது, அவள் நமக்கு ஆழ்ந்த ஞானம், மகிழ்ச்சி மற்றும் செழிப்பு ஆகியவற்றை அருள்கிறாள். தர்மம், அர்த்தம், காமம், மோட்சம் போன்ற 4 வாழ்க்கையின் இலக்குகளும் காத்யாயனி தேவியின் அருளால், முழு நம்பிக்கையுடன் சரணடையும் போது எளிதில் அடையலாம். மேலும், காத்யாயனி தேவியை நாம் பக்தியுடன் வணங்கும் போது, நம் பூர்வ ஜென்மங்கள் அனைத்தும் செய்த பாவங்களில் இருந்து நம்மை விடுவிக்கும் ஆற்றல் பெற்றவள்.

காத்யாயனிக்கான மந்திரம்:

ஓம் ஹ்ரீம் காத்யாயினி துர்கயே நமஹ

குருதேவ் ஸ்ரீ ஸ்ரீ ரவிசங்கர் விளக்கியபடி காத்யாயனியின் மறைக்கப்பட்ட பொருள்: நமக்கு முன்னால் நடக்கும் மற்றும் விரிவடையும் அனைத்தும், பிரபஞ்சம் என்று அழைக்கப்படும் அனைத்தும் கண்ணுக்குத் தெரிவதற்கு மட்டும் மட்டுப்படுத்தப்படவில்லை. கண்ணுக்குத் தெரியாதது மற்றும் புலன்களால் உணர முடியாதது, நாம் கற்பனை செய்து புரிந்து கொள்ள முடியாததை விட மிகப் பெரியது.

கண்ணுக்குத் தெரியாத மற்றும் வெளி��்படுத்தப்படாத சூட்சும உலகம் இந்த தெய்வீக அன்னையின் வடிவத்தால் ஆளப்படுகிறது - காத்யாயனி. இந்த வடிவத்தில், அவள் பார்க்க முடியாத அல்லது புரிந்துகொள்ள முடியாத அனைத்தையும் பிரதிபலிக்கிறாள். காத்யாயனி தெய்வீகத்தின் ஆழமான மற்றும் மிகவும் சிக்கலான இரகசியங்களைக் குறிக்கிறது.

# தெய்வீக அன்னையின் இந்த வடிவம் எப்படி வெளிப்பட்டது?

தெய்வீக அன்னை காத்யாயனியின் வடிவத்தில் வெளிப்பட்டதன் பின்னணியில் உள்ள கதை ஒரு காலத்தில் அனைத்து தேவர்களும் மிகவும் கோபமடைந்தனர். இந்தக் கோபத்தில் இருந்து எழுந்த அன்னையின் வடிவமே காத்யாயனி எனப் பெயர் பெற்றது. படை��்பில் தெய்வீக மற்றும் அசுர சக்திகள் உள்ளன. மேலும், கோபம் நேர்மறை அல்லது எதிர்மறை சக்தியாக இருக்கலாம்.

கோபம் எப்படி நேர்மறை அல்லது தெய்வீக குணமாக இருக்க முடியும், அது எப்போது எதிர்மறை அல்லது பேய் குணமாக மாறும்?

இரண்டுக்கும் ஒரு பெரிய வித்தியாசம் இருக்கிறது. கோபம் ஒரு மோசமான குணம் என்று நினைக்காதீர்கள். கோபமும் முக்கியமானது மற்றும் அதன் சொந்த இடம் உள்ளது. நல்ல கோபம் ஞானத்துடன் தொடர்புடையது, அதே சமயம் கெட்ட கோபம் உணர்ச்சிகள் மற்றும் சுயநலத்துடன் தொடர்புடையது. நல்ல கோபம் என்பது பரந்த பார்வையின் உணர்விலிருந்து வருகிறது. அநீதியையும் அறியாமையையும் நோக்கிச் செல்லும் போது கோபம் பொருத்தமானது. பொதுவாக யார் கோபப்பட்டாலும் தன் கோபம் நியாயமானது என்றும் ஏதோ ஒரு அநீதியை நோக்கி மட்டுமே செலுத்துவது என்றும் நினைப்பார்கள்! ஆனால் நீங்கள் இருப்பின் மிகவும் நுட்பமான நிலைகளுக்கு ஆழமாகச் சென்றால், அது உண்மையில் அப்படி இல்லை என்பதை நீங்கள் காண்பீர்கள். இதுபோன்ற சந்தர்ப்பங்களில், கோபம் உண்மையில் ஒரு நபருக்கு அடிமைத்தனத்தை உருவாக்குகிறது. எனவே, நியாயமான காரணங்களுக்காக எழும் கோபம் மற்றும் எதிர்மறை மற்றும் அநீதியை நோக்கி செலுத்தப்படுகிறது தேவி காத்யாயனி.

இயற்கையின் பழிவாங்கல் என்று மக்கள் அழைக்கும் எத்தனையோ இயற்கை சீற்றங்களை நீங்கள் பார்த்திருப்பீர்கள். உதாரணமாக, பல இடங்கள் பெரிய பூகம்பங்கள் அல்லது கடுமையான வெள்ளத்தால் தாக்கப்படுகின்றன. இந்த நிகழ்வுகள் அனைத்தும் காத்யாயனி தேவிக்குக் காரணம். தேவி காத்யாயனி அந்த தெய்வீக கொள்கை மற்றும் அன்னையின் தெய்வீக வடிவத்தை பிரதிபலிக்கிறது, இது போன்ற பயங்கரமான இயற்கை பேரழிவுகள் மற்றும் பேரழிவுகளுக்குப் பின்னால் உள்ளது. தேவி காத்யாயனி, தர்மம் மற்றும் சத்தியத்தின் கொள்கைகளை மீட்டெடுக்கவும் புதுப்பிக்கவும் படைப்பில் எழும் கோபத்தை பிரதிபலிக்கிறது. காத்யாயனி என்பது தெய்வீக சக்தி அல்லது வெளிப்படுத்தப்படாத தெய்வீகத்தின் கொள்கை, இது எதிர்மறைக்கு எதிராகவும் தர்மத்தை மீட்டெடுக்கும் நோக்கத்திற்காகவும் படைப்பின் நுட்பமான அடுக்குகளில் எழுகிறது. ஒரு ஞானியின் கோபம் அதிக நன்மையைத் தரும் என்று கூறப்படுகிறது; அதேசமயம் ஒரு அறியாமை அல்லது முட்டாள்தனமான நபரின் அன்பு கூட அதிக சிக்கலை ஏற்படுத்தும். அதனால்தான் தேவி காத்யாயனி உண்மையில் ஒரு நன்மை மற்றும் மேம்படுத்தும் சக்தியைக் குறிக்கிறது.

காத்யாயனியின் படைப்பின் புராணக்கதை:

வாமன புராணம் அவள் படைப்பின் புராணத்தை மிக விரிவாகக் குறிப்பிடுகிறது: “தேவர்கள் தங்கள் துன்பத்தில் விஷ்ணுவைத் தேடியபோது, அவரும் அவருடைய கட்டளையின் பேரில் சிவன், பிரம்மா மற்றும் பிற தேவர்களும் அத்தகைய தீப்பிழம்புகளை தங்கள் கண்களிலிருந்தும் முகங்களிலிருந்தும் வெளியேற்றினர், அது ஒரு மலை பிரகாசமாக இருந்தது. மூன்று கண்கள், கருப்பு முடி மற்றும் பதினெட்டு கைகள் கொண்ட, ஆயிரம் சூரியன்கள் போல் ஒளிரும் காத்யாயினி உருவானது. சிவன் அவளுக்குத் தன் திரிசூலத்தையும், விஷ்ணுவுக்கு ஒரு சுதர்சன சக்கரம் அல்லது வட்டு, வருணன் ஒரு சங்கு, ஒரு சங்கு, அக்னி ஒரு டார்ட், வாயு ஒரு வில், சூரியன் ஒரு அம்புகள் நிறைந்த ஒரு அம்பு, இந்திரன் ஒரு இடி, குவேரன் ஒரு தந்திரம், பிரம்மா ஒரு ஜெபமாலை மற்றும் தண்ணீர் கொடுத்தார். -பானை, கலா ஒரு கேடயம் மற்றும் வாள், விஸ்வகர்மா ஒரு போர்-கோடாரி மற்றும் பிற ஆயுதங்கள். இவ்வாறு ஆயுதம் ஏந்தி, தெய்வங்களால் வணங்கப்பட்ட காத்யாயனி, மைசூர் மலைகளுக்குச் சென்றாள். அங்கு, அசுரர்கள் அவளைப் பார்த்து, அவளது அழகில் மயங்கி, அவளைப் பெறுவதற்கு ஆர்வமாக இருந்ததால், தங்கள் அரசனான மகிஷாசுரனிடம் அவளை விவரித்தனர். அவள் கையைக் கேட்டவுடன், அவள் சண்டையில் வெல்ல வேண்டும் என்று சொன்னாள். வந்து போரிட்டான்; சிறிது நேரத்தில் துர்கா தன் சிங்கத்திலிருந்து இறங்கி, எருமை வடிவில் இருந்த மகிஷாவின் முதுகில் பாய்ந்து, தன் மென்மையான பாதங்களால் அவனைத் தலையில் அடித்ததால், அவன் தலையை துண்டித்தபோது, அவன் உணர்வற்றுத் தரையில் விழுந்தான். அவளுடைய வாள், அதனால் மகிஷாசுரனைக் கொன்ற மகிஷாசுரமர்த்தினி என்று அழைக்கப்பட்டது.

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atechacademy · 3 years ago

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Wishing everyone a very Happy Navratri! Navaratri is a Hindu festival that spans nine nights and is celebrated every year in the autumn. It is observed for different reasons and celebrated differently in various parts of the Indian cultural sphere. Theoretically, there are four seasonal Navaratri. 1. Shailaputri Goddess of the day : Maa Shailaputri Color of the Day : Royal Blue Flower of the Day : Hibiscus Sweet / Prasadam of the Day : Desi ghee / Sweets made of Ghee. 2. Brahmacharini Goddess of the day : Maa Brahmacharini Color of the Day : Yellow Flower of the Day : Chrysanthemums / Shevanti. Sweet / Prasadam of the Day : Sugar and fruits / Singhare atte ka halwa or kacche kele ki barfi 3. Chandraghanta Goddess of the day : Maa Chandraghanta Color of the Day : Green Flower of the Day : Lotus Sweet / Prasadam of the Day : Milk / Kheer. 4. Kushmanda Goddess of the day : Maa Kushmanda Color of the Day : Grey Flower of the Day : Jasmine Sweet / Prasadam of the Day : Malpua 5. Skandamata Goddess of the day : Maa Skandamata Color of the Day : Orange Flower of the Day : Yellow Rose Sweet / Prasadam of the Day : Bananas 6. Katyayani Goddess of the day : Maa Kathyayini Color of the Day : White Flower of the Day : Marigold Sweet / Prasadam of the Day : Honey 7. Kalratri Significance of Navaratri Goddess of the day : Maa Kaalaratri Color of the Day : Red Flower of the Day : Passiflora or Krishnakamal Sweet / Prasadam of the Day : Jaggery / Sweets made with Jaggery 8. Maha Gauri. Goddess of the day : Maa Mahagauri Color of the Day : Sky Blue Flower of the Day : Arabian Jasmine or Mogra Sweet / Prasadam of the Day : Coconut 9. Siddhidatri Goddess of the day : Maa Siddhidhatri Color of the Day : Pink Flower of the Day : Champa Sweet / Prasadam of the Day : Til or sesame seeds / Dishes like halwa, puri and chana. #navratri #navratricollection #navratrispecial #k #navratrifestival #navratrichaniyacholi #garba #navratrifever #navratrigarba #navratrivibes #navratrijewellery #navratriwear #navratrilook #india #navratriutsav #mumbai #dandiya #durga #garbanight #durgapuja #festival #chaniyacholi #navratrifood #devi #jaimatadi #indian #garbadance

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sanatancharacters · 4 years ago

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DAY 6 of NAVARATRI :-

Katyayani Devi is the most sixth aspect of the Hindu goddess Durga and is the sixth Navadurga. One of the most worshipped form of Maa Durga, she is considered the slayer of evil Mahishasura.

The Katyayani form of Maa Durga is considered very special for unmarried girls, married women and students in the field of education. It is believed that the Katyayani form was worshipped by Sita, Radha and Rukmini for a good husband.

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agrawalmoorti · 4 years ago

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The Significance of the Nine Days of Navratri - Jai Maa Durga!

Navaratri is celebrated by people all across India. This festival is celebrated for nine days and each day has significance. For nine days huge pandals are placed in different corners of almost every city. Large and small marble statues of Durga Mata are placed in these pandals. The last day of the celebration is named the Dashami and is popularly known as the Dussehra. It is the tenth day of Navaratri. Many people perform this puja at home using all the required pious items. Nowadays, the online pooja stores have made the task of buying these samagris all the way easier. Everything is delivered to the doorstep.

Importance of the Nine Days:

Day 1: Shailaputri: This day is also known as the Pratipada. This day is specifically associated with an incarnation of Goddess Parvati. It is in this particular form that Goddess Parvati is worshipped as a consort of Lord Shiva. She is depicted as the rider of a bull with the Trishul in the right hand and a lotus flower in the left hand. Shailaputri is actually the incarnation of Mahakali. Several people place the marble statue of Durga Mata in these pandals.

Day 2: Brahmacharini: Goddess Brahmcharini, which is another incarnation of Maa Parvati, is worshiped on the second day. In this form, Goddess Parvati became Sati. Brahmcharini is worshiped for moksha or emancipation and for the endowment of prosperity and peace. Depicted as holding a kamandalu and a japamala in her hands and walking bare feet, she symbolizes calmness and blissfulness.

Day 3: Chandraghanta: This form of the Goddess is worshipped on the third day of Navratri. The name is derived from the fact after she got married to Lord Shiva. At this time Parvati adorned a half Chandra on her forehead. In this form, she is considered as the symbol of bravery and the embodiment of beauty.

Day 4: Kushmunda: Parvati in the form of Kushmunda is worshipped on the fourth day or Chaturthi. She is believed to have all the powers of the universe and is associated with the endowment of vegetation on the earth. Kushmunda sits on Lion and has eight arms.

Day 5: Skandmata: Skandmata is the form of Parvati worshiped on the fifth day of Navratri or Panchami. She is the mother of Skand or Kartikeya. The color Grey is the symbol of transforming the strength of a mother at the time when her child is confronted with any danger. She is depicted to have four arms carrying her baby and is depicted riding a ferocious lion.

Day 6: Katyayani: Katya is an incarnation of Devi Durga and is believed to exhibit courage that is symbolized by orange color. She is a warrior and is considered one of the most vicious forms of Maa Parvati. In this avatar, the Goddess rides a lion and has four arms.

Day 7: Kalratri: Considered as the most violent form of Goddess Parvati, Kalaratri is venerated on Saptami. It is believed that Goddess Durga removed her fair skin for killing the demons Nisumbh and Sumbh.

Day 8: Mahagauri: Mahagauri is the symbol of peace and intelligence. The color allied to this day is Pink that depicts optimism.

Day 9: Siddhidaatri: On the ninth day of Navratri, Siddhidaatri, another form of Parvati is worshipped. She is depicted sitting on a lotus and is believed to bestow all types of Siddhis. In this form, she has four arms.

All these nine days are celebrated with equal enthusiasm and faith for Mata Durga. People go to temples with all the puja samagri where different statues of Hindu gods are placed. People worship the Goddess or buy items from the religious stores to arrange for the puja at their home only. If you also want to worship goddess Durga at home, buy some of the most beautiful marble statues of Durga Maa from Agrawal Moorti Bhandar in Jaipur.

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jollydreammagazine-blog · 6 years ago

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Navratri is a very special occasion. This is the time for new beginnings and offering your dedication and reverence to the Goddess Shakti. Performing Durga Saptashati Yagya during Navratri gives very beneficial results as per astrology. Read More - https://bit.ly/2En3U3w

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i-heart-hinduism · 6 years ago

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Navratri - a nine day festival dedicated to Mother Goddess Durga

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The word Navaratri literally means nine nights in Sanskrit, nava meaning nine and ratri meaning nights. During these nine nights and ten days, nine forms of Shakti / Devi are worshiped.

The seeds of inner renewal are sown, sprouting, watched & worshiped by devotees during Navratri and on the 8th, 9th and 10th days, Goddess Durga, Mahanavami and Vijayashtami are worshipped. The tenth day that is commonly referred to as Vijayadashami or "Dussehra", celebrates victory of Shakti over Mahishasura, of Lord Rama over Ravana, and of Durga over demons like Madhu-Kaitav, Chanda-Munda and Shumbha-Nishumbha; that is victory of good over evil.

The last 3 days of Navratri are called Durgashtami (8th day), Mahanavami (9th day) and Vijayadasami (10th day). On the morning of the tenth day there is a fire ceremony dedicated to Shiva, where the Navaratri participants have a chance to receive Shiva's blessing.

The beginning of spring and the beginning of autumn are considered to be important junctions of climatic and solar influences. That is why these two periods are taken as sacred opportunities for the worship of the Divine Mother Durga. The dates of the festival are determined according to the lunar calendar.

Navratri is a very important and major festival in the western states of India: Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Karnataka during which the traditional dance of Gujarat called "Garba" is widely performed. This festival is celebrated with great zeal in North India as well, including Bihar, West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh and the northern state of Punjab.

Durga, the Mother Goddess of the Hindus and a form of Devi and Shakti, is believed to have manifested in various forms, and Navadurga Maa are believed to be the most sacred aspects of Goddess Durga.

According to a Hindu tradition, it is believed that there are three major forms in which Goddess Durga manifested herself, namely, Mahasaraswati, Mahalakshmi and Mahakali who are the active energies (Shakti) of Brahma, Vishnu and Rudra respectively (without these goddesses the gods will lose all their powers).

These three forms of Durga further manifested in three more forms each, and thus emerged the nine forms of Durga, which are collectively called Navadurga or Nine Durgas:

1. Devi Maa Shailputri - The Navratri commences with the 1st night devoted to the puja of Maa "Shailputri". "Shail" means mountains; "Parvati", the daughter of king of Mountains Himavan, is known as "Shailputri". Her 2 hands, display a trident and a lotus. She is mounted upon a bull.

2. Devi Maa Brahmacharini - One hand holds a "Kumbha" or water port and the other rosary. She personifies love and loyalty. Maa Brahmacharini is a store-house of knowledge and wisdom. Rudraksha is her most adorned ornament.

3. Devi Maa Chandraghanta - Worshipped on the 3rd night this Maa Durga "Shakti" is astride a tiger, displays a golden hue to Her skin, possesses ten hands and 3 eyes. Eight of Her hands display weapons while the remaining two are respectively in the mudras of gestures of boon giving and stopping harm. Chandra + Ghanta, meaning supreme bliss and knowledge, showering peace and serenity, like cool breeze in a moonlit night.

4. Devi Maa Kushmanda - The 4th night begins the worship of Maa "Kushmanda", possessed of eight arms, holding weapons and a mala or rosary. Her mount is a tiger and She emanates a solar like aura. "Kumbh Bhand" means to see cosmic vivacity in Pindi shape or knowledge of cosmic intricacies in human race. The abode of Maa "Kushmanda" is in Bhimaparvat.

5. Devi Maa Skandamata - Using a lion as a vehicle She holds her son, "Skand" in her lap while displaying 3 eyes and 4 hands; two hands hold lotuses while the other 2 hands respectively display defending and granting gestures. Its said, by the mercy of Maa "Skandmata", even the idiot becomes an ocean of knowledge such as "Kalidas".

6. Devi Maa Katyayani - As mother, Maa "Katyayani" stayed in the Ashram of sage Katyayan for penance, hence She named as "Katyayani". This 6th Shakti is also astride a lion with 3 eyes and 4 arms. One left hand holds a weapon and the other a lotus. The other 2 hands respectively display defending and granting gestures. Her complexion is golden coloured.

7. Devi Maa Kalaratri - Black skin with bountiful hair and 4 hands, 2 clutching a cleaver and a torch, while the remaining 2 are in the mudras of "giving" and "protecting". She is mounted upon a Donkey. The destroyer of darkness and ignorance, Maa "Kalaratri" is the seventh form of Nav-Durga meaning scourer of darkness; enemy of darkness. Maa Kalaratri's famous shrine is in Calcutta.

8. Devi Maa Mahagauri - Four arms with the fairest complexion of all the Durga Shaktis. Peace and compassion radiate from Her being and She is often dressed in a white or green sari. She holds a drum and a trident and is often depicted riding a bull. Maa "Mahagauri can be seen in a temple at Kankhal near pilgrim centre Haridwar.

9. Devi Maa Siddhidatri - Ensconced upon a lotus, most commonly, with 4 arms, and is the possessor of 26 different wishes to grant Her bhakts. Maa Siddhidatri's famous pilgrim centre, is located in Nanda Parvat in the Himalayas.

The nine manifestations of Maa Durga that are worshiped with fervor during Navratri, are believed to lift divine spirit in us to help us overcome obstacles and get liberated from unnecessary qualities to be filled with new freedom and purity.

All these nine names of Goddesses are decribed in "Devi Kavacha" of the Chandipatha scripture. Also called The Devi Mahatmyam or Devi Mahatmya ("Glory of the Goddess") it is a Hindu religious text describing the victory of the goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasura. As part of the Markandeya Purana, it is one of the Puranas or secondary Hindu scriptures, and was composed in Sanskrit around c. 400-500 CE, with authorship attributed to the sage (Rishi) Markandeya. Devi Mahatmyam is also known as the Durga Saptashati or Chandi Patha.

The other important work that focuses on veneration of the divine feminine is Devi Bhagavata Purana ("The Old Book of the Goddess"), also known as Shrimad Devi Bhagvatam or the Devi Bhagavatam.

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Pretty Sharara Suits You Can Wear With Grace This Navratri Festival

Sharara is a perfect fusion of comfort and style. This fascinating outfit was introduced by the Mughals and from that era, women enthralled them. Sharara suit is skyrocketing its popularity, and women adorn to wear them during festive and wedding seasons. Ohh! The festive season is around the corner. How can you miss the Navratri filled with Garba and pomp? Are you looking for lightweight, comfortable, and colorful ethnic garb? We have got you! Moreover, every woman wants to flaunt their Navratri 9 days festival with myriad color suits every day. We are here to help you sparkle bright with the light within you this Navratri season. Don’t miss the chance to colorful your day with different colors outfits in these 9 days.

DAY 1: SUNSHINE BRIGHT WITH THE ORANGE LIGHT

The Navratri festival holds a remarkable moment in Hindu mythology. Navratri is a cherished festival, and the orange color symbolizes the excitement, energetic, vibrant hues, warmth, and brightness. On this commencement day, the daughter of mountains, Goddess Shailputri worshipped by Hindus. You can celebrate this festival with the alluring Orange color Rayon Printed suit and accessorize your graceful look with oxidized earrings.

DAY 2: DIVINE YOUR BEAUTY WITH WHITE

Co-ordinated Sets intrude in legion colors, designs, and one of them is White. The beauty and dignity of white are as delicate as they are elegant. On this auspicious day, Hindus worshipped Maa Brahmacharini, who also wears a white dress and embodies grandeur. White colors resemble tranquility, refinement, purity, and calmness. So, what are you waiting for infuse your wardrobe with opulent white garbs and disseminate peace within your family, friends, and neighbors. You can opt for white or off-white Embellished Suits with a royal Rajasthani look, beautiful neck embroidery, and printed dupatta.

DAY 3: EMBRACE COURAGE WITH RED SHARARA SUIT

Red is deemed the most influential color in festivals. It signifies the epitome of love, beauty, and fearlessness. Goddess Chandraghanta is honored on this day, who rewards people with courage, grace, and bravery. Don the stunning Red Winsome suit this Navratri, and be ready to play Garba and Dandiya with dignity. Flaunt your style with Bandhej, Cotton Printed, jaw-dropping Gota Patti, Gold Printed three set Suit.

DAY 4: ACQUIRE HEALTH AND WEALTH WITH ROYAL BLUE

You don’t have eight hands still you, worship Ashtabhuja Devi aka Goddess Kushmanda. So, why would you stay away from this intriguing day? Royal Blue signifies health and prosperity, hence people pray for them. We have always gotten these blessings and want to receive them all the year. Enhance your gaze with Cotton Printed amazingly exquisite Sharara and complimenting dupatta. The Royal Blue beautiful Suit will make everyone’s heads turn. Minimal Oxidised or silver earrings will never harm your personality.

DAY 5: SPARKLE LIGHT THIS NAVRATRI WITH YELLOW SHARARA

Definitely, Festival is full of courage, enjoyment, and encouragement, but these 9 days exhausted the people. Don’t fret; we have something exciting for you! This Navratri accomplishes your day with an Ombre-ed yellow Grandiloquent Suit. The yellow color indulges in joy, enthusiasm, and cheerfulness. The mother of Kartikey, also known as Goddess Skandmata is celebrated on this festive day. Cotton, Georgette Floral Suit with decorated Neck knot, Thread, Embroidered work, printed, and unique dupatta are perfect garb for your Navratri. Complement your outfit with Golden or contrasting Earrings and beautiful juttis.

DAY 6: FRUITFUL YOUR DAY WITH GREEN

Why wear royal and pristine vibes garbs only on vacations or ceremonies? From Navratri to Diwali, the Ever-Green Co-ord sets are an ideal choice. The green color exemplifies Growth, Fertility, Mother of Nature, and New Beginnings. Begin your fabulous day with the exemplary Green Sharara Suit and worship the Goddess Katyayani. The Cotton Printed Suits with Gher, Gota work, and Neck Embroidery with Net Dupatta flaunt the beauty of the outfit. Look your elegant best with Statement Jewelry and Majestic footwear.

DAY 7: DESTROY YOUR EVIL WITH OPULENT GREY SUITS

Till now, you have got to know vibrant hues and bright colors garbs in Festivals. But there is a solemn, dull, and unusual color that can be worn on Navratri - Grey. The elegant hue Grey Sassy Set is quintessential for this day as people worship the Goddess Kalaratri, the destruction of evil. The Georgette or Rayon Sharara set with Gold Print, Pretty Embroidery, and unique styled Dupatta look gorgeous on Day 7.

DAY 8: IMPLEMENT YOUR ASPIRATION WITH PURPLE SUIT

Add some glamorous color outfits to this Navratri. Apt Purple color Royal Suit and glimpse P.H.A.T. on the 8th day of Navratri. Purple illustrates peace and brilliance. Worship the Goddess Mahagauri as she fulfills the desires of her devotees. Chanderi or Cotton Printed Embroidered Suit with Gota Patti work and astounding Dupatta will reflect your inner beauty. Go and show your style with stunning Purple outstanding sets.

DAY 9: DECK UP IN PEACOCK GREEN SUIT

The last day of Navratri is called Navmi, and people worship Goddess Siddhidatri. The day is observed by catering foods to adorable Children who are assumed to be the avatar of the Goddess. Slay your day with a Cotton Printed Flared Suit with Embroidery around the neck, neck knot, and irresistible Dupatta. Carry the stud Earrings, Matching Gold Potli for preserving time, and tempting sandals to seize everyone’s eyes.

Navratri is all about devotion and emotion consequently, you can pick any color as per your taste. Steal heart and limelight with Fashion Dwar Sharara dresses that are bound never yield to amaze! Plump for the trendiest Sharara suits that harmonize your Festive Season.

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pujyapandat · 2 years ago

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NAVRATRI: PUJA OF NINE AVATARS OF MAA DURGA

On 26th of september Sharad Navratri 2022 began which will last till October 4 as Dussehra is marked on the 5th this year. During Navratri, nine different avatars of goddess Durga are worshipped. Navratri takes place four times a year - Chaitra, Shardiya Navratri, Ashada and Magha Gupt Navratri. But out of these only the first two are widely celebrated which includes. Shardiya Navratri which falls in September-October

Navratri festival dates in 2022

Day & Date

Festival

Tithi

Monday, September 26

Ghatasthapana

Pratipada

Tuesday, September 27

Maa Brahmacharini Puja

Dwitiya

Wednesday, September 28

Maa Chandraghanta Puja

Tritiya

Thursday, September 29

Maa Kushmanda Puja

Chaturthi

Friday, September 30

Maa Skandamata Puja

Panchami

Saturday, October 1

Maa Katyayini Puja

Shashti

Sunday, October 2

Maa Kaalratri Puja

Saptami

Monday, October 3

Maa Maha Gauri Puja

Ashtami

Tuesday, October 4

Maa Siddhidaatri Puja, Maha Navami

Navami

Wednesday, October 5

Vijay Dasami

Dasami

In the Navratri Puja: Nine Avatars of Goddess Durga are worshipped:

Day 1: Shailaputri /Pratipada

On Pratipada, Goddess Shailaputri is worshipped. Shaila in Shailaputri means mountain and putri means daughter and since Goddess Parvati is the daughter of the Mountain God, she is worshipped on day one of Navratri.

Day 2: Brahmacharini/ Dwitya

Day two belongs to Goddess Brahmacharini who is believed to reduce anger.

Day 3: Chandraghanta/ Tritya

On this day Goddess Chandraghanta is worshipped. It is believed that she has a third eye and fights against evil demons and to please her jasmine flowers are offered during puja.

Day 4: Kushmanda/ Chaturthi

Chaturthi or day 4 is dedicated to Goddess Kushmanda who is known to spread energy and warmth to everyone.

Day 5: Skandamata/ Panchami

On Panchami, Goddess Skandamata is worshipped and who is fierce, loving and who rules over Budha (the Mercury planet).

Day 6: Katyayini/ Shashti

On the sixth day called Shashti, Durga is said to have taken the form of Devi Katyayani so that she could kill the King of Demons. Women offer prayers to get a peaceful married and family life.

Day 7: Kalaratri/ Saptami

On day seven, Goddess Kalaratri is worshipped - the most destructive avatar of Kali Devi - who is believed to be fierce and have also frightened the evil spirits all over the universe.

Day 8: Mahagauri/ Ashtami

On the eighth day, people worship Mahagauri who wears only white clothes on this special day and rides a bull. This day is known as Mahashtami or even Maha Durgashtami and is dedicated with a special event for young virgin girls.

Day 9: Siddhidaatri/ Navami

On Navami or day 9, Devi Siddhidaatri is given importance who is powerful to fulfill all your wishes.

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anandashreeastrology · 2 years ago

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DAY 6 of #navaratri the waxing moon of the #goddess Goddess Katyayani grants true love, respect and life-long companionship. She harmonizes relationship dynamics, heals troubled marriages and removes obstacles in commitment. This goddess also cures loneliness and soothes the wounded heart. Katyayani is a very fierce goddess who annihilated a terrible demon named #Mahishasura, a symbol of selfishness, cruelty and imbalance in the world. As the story goes, Mahishasura (the water-buffalo demon) unleashed a reign of terror that no god (not even Shiva, Vishnu, or Brahma) could stop. So they called the Divine Mother for help, and fierce and loving Katyayani appeared. When the Mahishasura saw this beautiful goddess he asked for her hand in marriage, but she told him he must first win her in battle. Goddess Katayani’s favorite flower is Rose Her mantra is 'Om Devi Katyayanyai Namah' Image: slaying of the buffalo demon More about the Goddesses of Navratri -- https://anandastrology.com/nine-ways-to-call-in-the-goddess-for-navaratri-the-nine-nights-of-shakti link in bio @anandashree_vedic_astrology #vedicastrology #jyotish #goddessrealm #yogaart #navadurga #divinemother #divinefeminine #relationshipgoals❤️ #empoweredgoddess #moonmagic #heartopening #hearthealing #mendingabrokenheart #connectivity #trustissues #lightworkersofinstagram #sanatanadharma #healinggoddess #goddessrising #innergoddess #risesisterrise #slayyourdemons https://www.instagram.com/p/CjLVSFdrks0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Navratri 2022- 9 best saree colours for nine days.

Navratri is not just a mere festival but a celebration of the power, strength and the win of goddesses over all the evil through their fearlessness. It is to depicting how prominent it is to worship all of the goddesses. Well, in our Hindu tradition, Navratri is celebrated with all enthusiasm. It starts with preparing our home’s temple for the welcome of all the Devis. Later takes forward by worshipping each goddess each day for the next nine days.

People take fast either for all nine days or for eight days and then worship nine Kanyas and treat them with food, chunni and gifts (bhett) after doing their pooja. Some also like to take up only the first and eighth day of the fast and do the rituals on the ninth day. Even if you don't fast, it is okay to worship the Kanya on the ninth day. People in the name of “bhog” worship young girls, as they are considered Devi. They are believed to be the “ansh” of goddesses. Every Indian woman celebrates Navratri with cheerfulness. Getting ready each day and doing pooja along with family is celebrated all over the nation.

Well, different goddesses are worshipped on different days and so there are different colours assigned for the nine days of Navratri. Are you also wondering which colour would be auspicious to wear on which day?

Let us clear the bluff for you, to celebrate this Navratri with vibrant colours and glow differently.

Day 1 of Navratri 2022 (White): This year, the first day is dedicated to Shailaputri Mata and the most auspicious colour assigned is white. White colour is often considered a symbol of peace and comfort in life. While welcoming Shailaputri you can definitely go wearing a white saree or suit, it will not make you look blossomed but will also blossom your life, with the blessings of all the Devi.

Day 2 of Navratri (Red): The second day of Navratri 2022, is meant to worship Brahmacharini Devi, and the colour of the day is red. The red colour is everywhere during the festive season, be it in decorations or in outfits, you will always find red colour. Why shouldn't it? The red colour is the symbol of strength, courage and fearlessness. You can add all of them while flaunting the beautiful red bandhani and kalamkari sarees. Pick up any from the tremendous collection of Kapaas katha, you will never regret.

Day 3 of Navratri (royal blue): Trust us, you will get to wear every colour you adore this Navratri. The third day, also the day of Chandraghanta Devi, is depicted in royal blue. The significance of this colour is bringing health and wealth to one’s life. Kapaas Katha has elegant options of sarees in royal blue, as we definitely wish for your prosperity.

Day 4 of Navratri, (Yellow): The ultimate bright yellow colour! The yellow colour brings all the happiness and brightness along with it. It does not only make you look more youthful but is also considered lucky to wear as it is the colour of Kushmanda Devi. Either wear yellow or try to include it in the things while worshipping.

Day 5 of Navratri, (Green): The green colour is the symbol of growth, fertility is also the colour of Skanda Mata and is worn with utmost affection by everyone during Navratri. It is very common to see everyone in green once in a while during the nine days, but now you know on which day it would be best to flaunt it. If you were planning to wear your favourite green bandhani saree all over the year, now is the time!

Day 6 of Navratri, (Grey): Amidst all the bright and very usual colours, on the sixth day of this Navratri, we have grey colour, an unusual but elegant and calm colour on its own. On the sixth day, Katyayani Mata is celebrated. You can go for a grey saree on this day to let go of everything bad that happened throughout the year and welcome the new upcoming with love and hope.

Day 7 of Navratri, (Orange): Orange, is the colour of happiness, positivity and enthusiasm. Goddess Shailaputri is celebrated on the seventh day of Navratri. You can include orange colour in your rituals like decorating your room and temple with orange flowers, or in your outfits, and thus you'll bring positivity and enlightenment to your home as well.

Day 8 of Navratri, (Peacock green): Mahagauri Mata is the one goddess to whom the eighth day of Navratri is devoted. The colour for this day is peacock green. Peacock green is usually considered as one the most preferred colour of the festive season, the reason being it somehow makes the desires fulfilled by goddesses. Pick up your favourite peacock green saree from Kapaas Katha today.

Day 9 of Navratri, (Pink): Pink is the colour of affection, love and peace. Anyone wearing pink makes them extremely approachable and also showcases positive vibes. The ninth and the last day of Navratri, where we conclude all the rituals. Be it Kanya pujan or breaking the cycles of fast. Siddhidaatri Mata is worshipped on this final day. Including pink colour in the ritual activities and in your outfit will definitely make the goddess happy.

These are the colours that are distributed on different days of Navratri 2022. Each colour reflects some value or other. Each of them has its own significance regarding the goddess worshipped on that day. We tried to give you a brief about how you can celebrate your Navratri along with following the trends of vibrant colour sarees. But having these many colours won't be possible for everyone.

Don't worry! We are here to take the burden off your shoulders and let you be at peace while celebrating Navratri.

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Navratri 2022 is round the corner: Here is your whole guide!

Chaitra Navratri 2022 is celebrated with zeal in India, and it also marks the beginning of the Hindu New Year.

People all across the world observe worship on these days because they are the most potent and auspicious for worship. Little girls' feet are frequently touched.

Hinduism holds Navratri 2022 to be a particularly sacred day.

The Maha Navratri 2022

This Navratri is also known as Shardiya Navratri and Maha Navratri. This year's Navratri will begin on September 26 and will remain through Wednesday, October 5.

Shardiya Navratri begins on Monday this year. This time, Goddess Durga will enter the globe riding an elephant, which will be exceedingly lucky for everyone in a variety of ways.

When?

Monday, September 26th is Ghatasthapana, Monday, October 3rd is Durgashtami, and Tuesday, October 4th is Maha Navami.

Time and Muhrat: Navratri 2022

Ghatasthapana Muhurat is on September 26 from 6:20 AM to 10:19 AM.

Pratipada Tithi falls on September 26 at 3:24 a.m. and September 27 at 3:08 a.m.

This event is observed for nine nights. and such is India's beauty! Every day, devotees honour a different Durga Maa incarnation.

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Nine forms of Goddess Durga at Navratri.

Day 1: Prapada/Shalaputri

Pratipada worships the deity Shailaputri. Putri denotes a daughter, but Shaila denotes a mountain. Goddess Parvati is also given attention.

On this day, because she is the daughter of the Mountain God.

Day 2: Dwitya/Brahmacharini

Dwitiya's Goddess Brahmacharini is a manifestation of Durga Devi who soothes rage. As a result, on the second day, bhakts honour this Goddess.

Day 3: Tritya/Chandraghanta

On Tritiya, devotees worship Chandraghanta. People think she has third sight and can see evil spirits. It is auspicious to please her with Jasmine blossoms.

Day 4: Kushmanda/Chaturthi

On the fourth day, people worship Goddess Kushmanda. Her name means "cosmic egg," because she offers warmth and life to everyone.

Day 5: it is Skandamata/Panchami.

Panchami, the Goddess Skandamata, is Buddha's monarch (the Mercury planet). She is beloved since she is reported to be tenacious and caring.

Day 6: Katyayini and Shashti

Durga, according to tradition, took the form of Devi Katyayani on the sixth day, Shashti, to defeat the Master of Demons. Women pray for a happy marriage and family life.

Day 7: Saptami and Kalaratri

Saptami is specifically dedicated to the deity Kalaratri. She is said to be terrifying and to have terrified evil spirits from all across the world. She is Lord Shani's ruler and the most dreadful form of Kali Devi (Saturn Planet).

Day 8: Ashtami/Mahabgaur

Mahagauri is worshipped on the eighth day. She only wears white attire and rides a bull on this specific day. On this day, a special celebration for young virgin females called Kanya Puja takes place. This day is referred to as Mahashtami or Maha Durgashtami. To commemorate the occasion, dance, entertainment, and prayers are used.

Day 9: Navami/Siddhidaatri

On Navami, it is necessary to remember Devi Siddhidaatri. She is powerful enough to grant all of your wishes, thus the 9th day is dedicated to her.

10th day: Vijayadashami (Dussehra)

After nine days of devotion, the tenth day is set aside for Vijayadashmi. a day when new beginnings are conceivable in life

Navratri food suggestions

During the Navratras fast, popular foods include Sabudana Vada (also known as Sago Vada), Sabudana Khichadi (also known as Sago Khichadi), Singhare Ka Halwa (also known as Water Chestnut Flour Desserts), Kuttu Ki Poori (also known as Grass Seed Bread or Quinoa Poori), and Singhare Ke Pakore.

Observing all of the ceremonies and rituals linked with the entire 9-day Navratri celebration helps to bring wealth and happiness into the devotees' hearts.

According to Hindu custom, the nine days of Navratri are the most auspicious of the year, and Hindus all throughout the country celebrate with great zeal and devotion. Devotees fast for nine days to gain self-control and to explore the spiritual realm.

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Dussehra Festival: Know Interesting Facts, Beliefs, Faith and controversies

How will Indians celebrate another victory of truth over the devil this Dusshera Festival? Now you know!

Dussehra Festival is well-known for the legendry conquest of Ram over Ravan, which is symbolically defined as the triumph of truth over evil. However, most people today are unaware of why this religious event is celebrated under two different names; if you already know, please educate others. Yes, we’re talking about Dashehra, also known as Vijayadashami (another reason to celebrate this day is goddess Durga’s victory over Mahishasura; hence, the day is entirely dedicated to two great victories of truth over wickedness.

However, the first legend, related to Lord Ram explains before and afterlife of the big battle, second story reveals how goddess Durga took the form of Devi Katyayani and killed the humanity-destroyer (Mahisasur). Another important belief expresses that if Lord Ram had not defeated Ravana, the sun would have never risen again, which is what defines the Dassehra as Dash Hara in Sanskrit.

What exactly do people do and don’t do on Dussehra Festival to complete all religious rites?

In reciting Lord Ram as Dussehra:

The day of setting fire to Ravana’s epitome was always a joyous occasion for all Indians, whether they belonged to the Hindu religion or held other beliefs. Thousands of people visit the location to witness the awe-inspiring fireworks display the destruction of three statues including Ravana, Kumbhkaran, and Meghnath, which last at least two to three hours. And the crowd of thousands is setting their foot to the location (specially assigned big ground, Ram Leela Ground) just to see the whole Ram Leela act performed by the actors just before setting fire to the big statues, and the complete performance recites the legendry events, which happened hundreds of thousands of years ago.

Controversy among different believes that people want to change:

However, the complete battle was fought with Ravana, who was considered evil; In some places, Ravana worshiped as a big devotee of Lord Shiva including the 6 states of India: Kangra (Himachal Pradesh), Jodhpur (Rajasthan), Mandsaur (Madhya Pradesh), Gadchiroli (Maharashtra), Mandya and Kolar (Karnataka), and Bisrakh (Uttar Pradesh).

In reciting goddess Durga as Ekadashi or Vijaya Dashmi:

Devotees, on the other hand, worship ‘Maa Durga’ with great love, reverence, and a special road show in her honour. Durga Puja, a popular form of her worship, began in Navratri and finished on the tenth day, Dussehra Festival.

The day culminates in a parade in which the clay sculpture-idols are ceremoniously transported to a river or the seaside for immersion rites, commemorating Durga’s victory over Mahishasura. Durga is said to return to Kailasha, her mythological marital palace, to Shiva and the cosmos in general after the immersion. On the tenth day, people exchange sweets and gifts and pay visits to friends and family. Some populations, such as those in the Varanasi area, visit a Durga temple on Ekadashi, the day after Vijaya dashami.

Sindoor khela’s activities were guided by another key principle. Sindoor khela, also known as Vijaya dashami, is a ceremony in which women apply sindoor (vermillion) to the goddess Durga’s sculpture and to each other.

Controversy among different believes that people want to change:

Animal sacrifice is a common criticism of Nepal’s Dussehra holiday, Dashain. On Change.org, a large number of online petitions have been created demanding government action to stop the mass slaughter. Thousands of animals and birds are ritually murdered, especially on the eighth and ninth days of the Dussehra Festival, in the belief that offering fresh blood will placate Goddess Durga. Goats, buffaloes, lambs, chickens, and ducks are among the birds and animals that have historically been sacrificed. Animal rights advocates have proposed using pumpkins and coconuts instead of birds and animals.

Let’s see some other facts that are totally different from what we know!

Arvind Trivedi, who played Ravan in the popular 1987 television series Ramayana, died at the age of 82. Even still, he had never imagined how his character role would become such an extraordinary part of his real life, and how the world would always remember his death around Dussehra (the death day of Ravana).

Ravana was a demon who was also a Brahmin. Ishwashrava, a sage from the Pulastya clan, was his father, while Kaikasi, his mother, was a demon.

Ravana obtained the blessing of immortality from Lord Brahma after thousands of years of meditation. However, it was later reduced to his life congregating around his navel. Ravana’s brother Vibhishana informed Lord Rama of this information, resulting in Ravana’s death.

Lord Rama is said to have performed the Chandi Homa Yajna to receive Goddess Durga’s blessings, and it was at this time that Goddess Durga bestowed her blessing and revealed to Lord Rama how to defeat Ravana.

Dussehra Festival is observed in Ashwin, the Hindu calendar’s tenth month, and signifies the change of seasons because it occurs in October or November.

Pandavas finish their exile: The Pandavas hid their weapons in the branches of the Shami tree during their exile, and when their exile was over, they returned to reclaim their weapons. Today, Ayudha puja is done to celebrate this incident during Dussehra, which is also known as Astra Puja (weapon worship) in some parts of North India, though with the passage of time, even machines and automobiles have taken their place in weapon worshipping rites.

Goddess Durga, according to legend, required enormous power, so all other Gods and Goddesses offered theirs to her, and she eventually vanquished the demon Mahishasura, turning Dussehra into Golu in Tamil Nadu.

Dussehra Festival is regarded as an auspicious day in Kerala for initiating children into the world of education. Youngsters aged three to five are launched into learning by having them write the mantra ‘Om Hari Shree Ganapathaye Namah’ on a tray of rice grains, and after this ritual, those children are given study equipment such as slates and pencils. In Malayalam, the ceremony is known as Ezhuthiniruthu.

Deekshabhoomi, not to be confused with Dussehra Festival, is a major day in Nagpur not just for Hindus but also for Buddhists, who believe King Ashoka converted to Buddhism on this day and commemorate it as Ashok Dashami.