What are the 9 days of Navratri?
What are the 9 days of Navratri?
Navratri 2021: The Nine Forms Of Goddess Durga And Its Colours
- DAY 1: SHAILPUTRI. This avatar embodies the combined power of Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh.
- DAY 2: BRAHMCHARINI.
- DAY 3: CHANDRAGHANTA.
- DAY 4: KUSHMUNDA.
- DAY 5: SKAND MATA.
- DAY 6: KATYAYANI.
- DAY 7: KALRATRI.
- DAY 8: MAHA GAURI.
What are the 9 days of Navratri 2021?
Navratri Colours 2021 (Day And Date Wise)
| Navratri Dates | Navratri Day | Navratri Colours |
|---|---|---|
| 7th October, 2021 | Dwitiya | Yellow |
| 8th October, 2021 | Tritiya | Green |
| 9th October, 2021 | Chaturthi | Grey |
| 10th October, 2021 | Panchami | Orange |
Why is Sharad Navratri celebrated?
Navratri, (Sanskrit: “Nine Nights”) in full Sharad Navratri, Navratri also spelled Navaratri, in Hinduism, major festival held in honour of the divine feminine. Navratri occurs over 9 days during the month of Ashvin, or Ashvina (in the Gregorian calendar, usually September–October).
What is Sharad Navratri?
Sharad Navratri marks the end of monsoon and is observed during the lunar month of Ashvin. In some parts of India, it is celebrated after the autumn harvest and in some others, during the harvest. The festival celebrated the victory of Goddess Durga against the demon Mahishasura.
Why is it called Navratri?
The word Navratri is derived from two Sanskrit words—’nava’ meaning nine and ‘ratri’ meaning night. The legend associated with Navratri speaks about the great battle that took place between the powerful demon Mahishasura and Goddess Durga.
Who is the husband of Maa Durga?
| Durga | |
|---|---|
| Festivals | Durga Puja, Durga Ashtami, Navratri, Vijayadashami |
| Personal information | |
| Siblings | Vishnu |
| Consort | Shiva (When associated with Parvati) |
Who celebrates Navaratri?
Hinduism
Shaktism
Navaratri/Featured in religions
Navratri is one of the most significant festivals of the Hindus celebrated all across the world. This is also one of the most ancient festivals dating back to the times immemorable. This year the nine-day festival would be observed from September 29 to October 27.
How is navaratri celebrated in Kerala?
In Kerala the final three days of Navaratri – Ashtami, Navami, and Vijayadashami-are set apart for the worship of Goddess Saraswati – the goddess of wisdom and learning. Books are placed in the pooja rooms (worship rooms) of houses and temples for worship on the Ashtami day.
