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Navratri 2020: Goddess Kalaratri, the seventh form of Durga and Puja Vidhi and Mantra of the day

On the seventh day of Navratri, Goddess Kalaratri, the seventh avatar of NavaDurga is worshipped with much pomp and show. She is considered to be the most fearsome Goddess who eradicated all signs of evil and darkness from the universe.It is said that during the war with the demon that had spread devastation everywhere, Goddess Parvati was requested by the other Gods to protect the land. It’s then she took the form of Kalaratri Devi. She can be seen riding a black donkey and her complexion is dark black. She carried the Abhaya and Varada mudra in her right hand and a sword and an iron hook in her left hands. It is also said that she licked the blood of a demon, Rakta Beeja who could create more demons from his own blood. Her ferocious powers also earned her the name of Goddess Shubhankari.Worshipping the Goddess on the seventh day can bring good luck to her true devotees. Regular chanting of the Kalaratri mantra can remove all the fear from the heart and her blessings can make the people bold and self-confident. Goddess Kalaratri also bestows peace and a protective shield for her devotees. Puja Vidhi for the day: Devotees, on the seventh day, remember the mother Kalratri after bathing and offer incense sticks, flowers and jaggery to her. Maa Kalratri's favourite flower is Ratrani, so, a garland of this flower is prepared specially for this Devi. After this, everyone chants the mantras of Maa Kalratri and finally perform the Aarti of the day. Mantra for the day: Ekweni japakarnapura nagna kharasthita, Lamboshti karnikakarni Tailabhyaktashariri. Vamapadolla Sallohlata Kantaka Bhushana, Vardhanmurdhdhwaja Krishna Kalrataribharykari.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Twitter to wish devotees on the occasion of Mahasaptami, the seventh day of Navratri. He wrote, "Navratri ke Mahasaptami par Devi Durga ke saatwe swarup Ma Kaalratri ke stuti ka vidhaan hota hai. Meri kaamna hai ki nakaaratmak shaktio ki sangharak Ma Kaalratri sabko bhaymukt kare ( On Mahasaptami of Navratri, Goddess Durga's seventh avatar Ma Kaalratri is worshipped. May Ma Kaalratri, the slayer of all negativity keep us all fear free)."

PM Modi also extended his greetings on the occasion of Mahashashti, which marks the beginning of Durga Puja. In his speech, PM Modi also highlighted the importance of "nari shakti" (woman power), while urging people to follow safety precautions for COVID-19 while celebrating the festival this year.

In an earlier tweet, PM Modi talked about how Durga Puja signifies the victory of good over evil. "Durga Puja is an auspicious occasion, which celebrates the victory of good over evil. We pray to Maa Durga to bless us with strength, happiness and good health."

He also wished people celebrating Navaratri during this occasion. "Navratri ke shashthi par Ma Katyayani ki upaasana ki jaati hai. Meri kaamna hai ki Mata Katyayani aap sabhi ko sadaa nirog rakhe aur ujwal bhawishya pradaan kare (On the sixth day of Navaratri, Goddess Katyayani is worshipped. I pray that Goddess Katyayani keeps you all disease-free and grant you a bright future)."

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The nine-day festival of Navratri dedicated to Goddess Durga began on October 17, 2020. Each day of Navaratri is dedicated to an avatar of Goddess Durga.

On Panchami or Day 5, when Goddess Durga's fifth avatar Skandamata is worshipped, PM Modi tweeted, "Navratri mein aaj Devi Dugra ke pancham swarup Ma Skandmata ki aaradhna ka din hai. Meri kaamna hai ki navchetna ka sujan karne wali Devi Skandamata ka aashirvaad deshvasiyon par sada bana rahe (On Navratri, it is the day of worshipping Goddess Durga's fifth avatar Ma Skandamata. I pray that the creator of new life and energy, Goddess Skandamata's blessings are with all citizens.

On Chaturthi or Day 4, Goddess Kushmanda is worshipped. "Navratri mein aaj Ma Durga ke chaturth swarup Devi Kushmanda ke bandan ka din hai. Ma Kushmanda har kisi ke jeevan mein sukh, samriddhi aur saubhagya lekar aaye (On Navratri, it is the day of worshipping Goddess Kushmanda. May Goddess Kushmanda bring happiness, prosperity and good luck to all)," he wrote.

On the third day, Goddess Chandraghanta, whose forehead is adorned with a half-moon, is worshipped. "Navratri mein aaj Devi Durga ke teesre swarup Ma Chandraghnta ki puja aur aaradhna ka din hai. Meri kaamna hai ki Mata Chandraghanta sabhi ke jeevan mein saahas aur shakti ka sanchar kare (On the third day of Navratri, Goddess Durga's third avatar Ma Chandraghanta is worshipped. I pray that Goddess Chandrghanta bestows courage ad strength to all)," PM Modi wrote on Twitter.

On Day 2, he wrote, "We bow to you, Maa Brahmacharini. Bless us with kindness and compassion. From you, we derive strength to spread joy and serve our society."

"Pranams to Maa Shailputri on Day 1 of Navratri. With her blessings, may our planet be safe, healthy and prosperous. May her blessings give us strength to bring a positive change in the lives of the poor and downtrodden," PM Modi had tweeted on the first day of Navratri or Pratipad.

Maa Kalaratri: This avatar of Goddess Durga is considered as the destroyer of darkness

Today marks the 7th day of Navratri 2020 and the day is dedicated to Maa Kalaratri. During Navratri, the nine avatars of Maa Durga or Navdurga are worshipped. The puja of Kalaratri is done on Saptami. Shardiya Navratri is the most auspicious time of the year for Hindus. People across the country look forward to Navratri and Durga Puja. Kalaratri Mata is considered as the fiercest form of Maa Durga or Goddess Parvati. Her name has two words: Kal meaning time and Ratri or night. Kalaratri is considered to be the destroyer of darkness and evil. According to scriptures, Parvati came to be known as Kalaratri Mata after she shed her golden skin to kill two demons, Shumbha and Nishumbha. Kalratri is also known as Goddess Kali, another avatar of Shakti.

Maa Kalaratri Puja Vidhi: Steps to follow

Before starting Maa Kalratri Puja, family members sit together near the Kalash or the seat of Goddess Durga which was established on the first day of Navratri.

A photo of Kalaratri Mata is kept near the Kalash

First, worship of the Kalash is done with flowers

Next mantras of Kalaratri Puja are recited with a night blooming flower - preferably jasmine. Hibiscus flowers are also used.

Kalratri Mata is offered gur or jaggery and water as bhog. Many devotees also keep sweets and fruits along with it.

After puja, aarti is done and the prasad is distributed among family and friends

Maa Kalaratri is also known as Goddess Kali

Maa Kalaratri Mantras

Om Devi Kalaratryai Namah

Praethana: Ekaveni Japakarnapura Nagna KharasthitaLamboshthi Karnikakarni Tailabhyakta ShaririniVamapadollasalloha LatakantakabhushanaVardhana Murdhadhwaja Krishna Kalaratrirbhayankari

Stuti: Ya Devi Sarvabhuteshu Ma Kalaratri Rupena SamsthitaNamastasyai Namastasyai Namastasyai Namo Namah

Dhyan: Karalavandana Ghoram Muktakeshi ChaturbhujamKalaratrim Karalimka Divyam Vidyutamala VibhushitamDivyam Lauhavajra Khadga Vamoghordhva KarambujamAbhayam Varadam Chaiva Dakshinodhvaghah Parnikam MaMahamegha Prabham Shyamam Taksha Chaiva GardabharudhGhoradamsha Karalasyam Pinonnata PayodharamSukha Prasanna Vadana Smeranna SaroruhaEvam Sachiyantayet Kalaratrim Sarvakam Samriddhidam

Stotra: Him Kalaratri Shrim Karali Cha Klim Kalyani KalawatiKalamata Kalidarpadhni Kamadisha KupanvitaKamabijajapanda KamabijaswarupiniKumatighni Kulinartinashini Kula KaminiKlim Hrim Shrim Mantrvarnena KalakantakaghatiniKripamayi Kripadhara Kripapara Kripagama

Happy Navratri and Shubho Saptami

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