Origin – In the beginning of the universe Lord Rudra worshipped Adi-Parashakti for creation. It is believed that Goddess Adi-Parashakti had no form. The supreme Goddess of Power, Adi-Parashakti, appeared in the form of Siddhidatri from the left half of Lord Shiva. Navratri Worship – Goddess Siddhidatri is worshipped on the ninth day of Navratri. […]
Navratri Day 8 – Worshipping of Goddess Mahagauri
Origin – According to Hindu mythologies, the Goddess Shailputri at the age of sixteen was extremely beautiful and was blessed with fair complexion. Due to her extreme fair complexion she was known as Goddess Mahagauri. Navratri Worship – Goddess Mahagauri is worshipped on the eighth day of Navratri. Governing Planet – It is believed that […]
Navratri Day 7 – Worshipping of Goddess Kalaratri
Origin – When the Goddess Parvati removed outer golden skin to kill demons named Shumbha and Nishumbha, She was known as Goddess Kalaratri. Kalaratri is the fiercest and the most ferocious form of Goddess Parvati. Navratri Worship – Goddess Kalaratri is worshipped on the seventh day of Navratri. Governing Planet – It is believed that […]
Navratri Day 6 – Worship of Goddess Katyayani
Origin – To destroy demon Mahishasura, Goddess Parvati took the form of Goddess Katyayani. It was the most violent form of Goddess Parvati. In this form Goddess Parvati is also known as Warrior Goddess. Navratri Worship – Goddess Katyayani is worshipped on the sixth day of Navratri. Governing Planet – It is believed that the […]
Navratri Day 5- Worship of Goddess Skandamata
Origin – When Goddess Parvati became the mother of Lord Skanda (also known as Lord Kartikeya), Mata Parvati was known as Goddess Skandamata. Navratri Worship – Goddess Skandamata is worshipped on the fifth day of Navratri. Governing Planet – It is believed that the planet Budha is governed by Goddess Skandamata. Iconography – Goddess Skandamata […]
4th Day Worshipping of Goddess Kushmanda During Navratri
Origin – After taking form of Siddhidatri, Goddess Parvati started living inside the center of the Sun so that He can liberate energy to the universe. Since then Goddess is known as Kushmanda. Kushmanda is the Goddess who has the power and capability to live inside the Sun. The glow and radiance of her body […]
3rd day Worshipping of Goddess Chandraghanta During Navratri
Origin – Goddess Chandraghanta is the married form the Goddess Parvati. After getting married to Lord Shiva Goddess Mahagauri started adorning her forehead with half Chandra and due to which Goddess Parvati was known as Goddess Chandraghanta. Navratri Worship – Goddess Chandraghanta is worshipped on the third day of Navratri. Governing Planet – It is […]
2nd day Worshipping of Goddess Brahmacharini During Navratri
Origin – After Kushmanda form, Goddess Parvati took birth at the home of Daksha Prajapati. In this form the Goddess Parvati was a great Sati and her unmarried form is worshipped as Goddess Brahmacharini. Navratri Worship – Goddess Brahmacharini is worshipped on the second day of Navratri. Governing Planet – It is believed that Lord […]
1st day Worshipping of Goddess Shailputri During Navratri
Origin – After the self-immolation as Goddess Sati, Goddess Parvati took birth as the daughter of Lord Himalaya. In Sanskrit Shail means the mountain and due to which Goddess was known as Shailputri, the daughter of the mountain. Navratri Worship – Goddess Shailputri is worshipped on the first day of Navratri. Governing Planet – It […]
sawan Shivratri
06 August, 2021 Many legends & folklore are associated with this day and as per the most popular legend, Lord Shiva was impressed by Goddess Parvati’s (an avatar of Shakti) ‘Tapasya’ and accepted her as his wife. It is believed that Goddess Parvati observed fast for his good health on moonless nights after their marriage. […]
Pradosh Vrat
05 August, 2021 The word ‘pradosh’ in Hindi means ‘belonging or relating to the evening’ or ‘first part of the night’. This fast is observed during the ‘Sandhyakaal’ that is the evening twilight. Pradosh Kaal is the most auspicious time to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Observing Pradosh Vrat alleviates sufferings […]
Naag Panchmi
13 August, 2021 Nag Panchami falls in the month of July or August. On this day, devotees observe fast and worship snakes by visiting anthills and trees where snakes can be found. The most important feature of this festival is that women offer milk to snakes to seek blessings and protection from evil. The festival […]