What is Navratri?
Navratri — meaning "Nine Nights" — is one of the most important Hindu festivals, celebrated four times a year. The most widely observed are Shardiya Navratri (autumn) and Chaitra Navratri (spring).
During these nine nights, the nine forms of Goddess Durga are worshipped, representing the nine aspects of divine feminine energy.
The Nine Forms of Goddess Durga
- Shailputri
- Brahmacharini
- Chandraghanta
- Kushmanda
- Skandamata
- Katyayani
- Kalaratri
- Mahagauri
- Siddhidatri
How to Celebrate at Home
Set up a Durga idol or framed picture. Perform Kalash Sthapana on the first day. Light a diya that burns for all nine days. Recite Durga Saptashati or Devi Stotras daily.
