Navratri
List of Navdurga
Navdurga which means Nine Durga that is nine different forms of Durga.
- Devi Shailputri : She is the very first form among the different roops of Durga and is also known as the “Daughter of Mountain”.
- Devi Brahmacharini : Brahmacharini is the second form Durga. Goddess Parvati was a great Sati. her unmarried form is worshipped as Goddess Brahmacharini.
- Devi Chandraghanta : The name of the third form of Goddess Durga is Chandraghanta. This form is identified by the half-circular moon on her forehead.
- Devi Kushmanda : Kushmanda is the Goddess who has the power and capability to live inside the Sun.
- Devi Skanda Mata : Parvati became the mother of Lord Skanda(Kartikeya) and known as Skanda Mata.
- Devi Katyayani : The sixth form of Durga is known as Katyayani. To destroy Mahishasura, Parvati took the form of Goddess Katyayani. It is warrior form of Parvati .
- Devi Kalratri : Kalratri means dark as night.
- Devi Maha Gauri : The eight form of Goddess Durga is known as MahaGauri. Due to Durga’s extreme fair complexion she was known as Goddess Mahagauri.
- Devi Siddhidatri : Lord Shiva worshipped “Maha Shakti” or Siddhidatri and in return, got these Siddhis
Popular Names of Durga
| Names of Durga | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Durga | One who is inaccessible |
| Devi | The deity |
| Tribhuvaneshwari | Ruler of the three worlds |
| Yashodagarba Sambhoota | One who’s emerged from Yashoda’s womb |
| Narayanavarapriya | Fond of Narayana’s blessings |
| Nandagopakulajata | Daughter of Nandagopa Race |
| Mangalya | Holy and auspicious |
| Kulavardhini | One who develops the race |
| Kamsavidravanakari | One who threatened Kamsa |
| Asurakshayamkari | One who reduces the number of demons |
| Shilathata Vinikshibda | One who’s slammed at birth by Kamsa |
| Akashagamini | One who flew in the sky |
| Vasudevabhagini | Vasudeva’s sister |
| Divamalya Vibhooshita | Decorated with garlands |
| Divyambaradhara | Beautifully dressed |
| Khadgaketaka Dharini | One who holds the sword and shield |
| Shiva | Auspicious |
| Papadharini | One who bears others’ sins |
| Varada | One who offers blessings and boons |
| Krishna | Sister of Lord Krishna |
| Kumari | A young girl |
| Brahmacharini | Seeker of Brahman |
| Balarkasadrushakara | One who’s like the rising sun |
| Purnachandra Nibhanana | As beautiful as the full moon |
| Chaturbhuja | Having four arms |
| Chaturvakttra | One who has four faces |
| Peenashroni Payodhara | Large Bosomed |
| Mayoora Pichhavalaya | One who wears peacock-feathered bangles |
| Keyurangadadharini | Wearing armlets and bracelets |
| Krishnachhavisama | Like Lord Krishna’s radiance |
| Sankarshanasamanana | Equal to Sankarshana |
| Indradhwaja Samabahudharini | Having shoulders like the flag of Lord Indra |
| Patradharini | Holder of the vessel |
| Pankajadharini | Holder of the lotus |
| Kanttadhara | One who holds Shiva’s neck |
| Pashadharini | Holder of rope |
| Dhanurdharini | Holder of bow |
| Mahachakradharini | One who holds chakra |
| Vividayudhadhara | One who bears various weapons |
| Kundalapurnakarna Vibhooshita | One who wears earrings covering the ears |
| Shree | Auspicious |
| Dhruti | Valiant |
| Chandravispardimukha | Gorgeous like the moon |
| Mukutavirajita | Adorned with a crown |
| Shikhipichhadwaja Virajita | Having peacock-feathered flag |
| Prasanna | Cheerful |
| Surashreshtta | Supreme of all the celestials |
| Kaumaravratadhara | One who observes fasts just as young girls do |
| Tridivabhavayirtri | Goddess of three worlds |
| Tridashapujita | Goddess of the celestials |
| Trailokyarakshini | One who protects the three worlds |
| Mahishasuranashini | One who has destroyed Mahishasura |
| Shiva | Lord Shiva’s half |
| Jaya | One who attains victory |
| Vijaya | Conqueror |
| Sangramajayaprada | One who grants victory in war |
| Kamacharini | One who acts on one’s own accord |
| Papaharini | One who destroys sins |
| Kirti | One who is famous |
| Siddhi | One who has achieved success |
| Hri | Holy chant of hymns |
| Vidhya | Wisdom |
| Santati | One who grants issues |
| Mati | One who’s wise |
| Sandhya | Twilight |
| Ratri | Night |
| Prabha | Dawn |
| Nitya | Eternal |
| Jyotsana | Radiant like flames |
| Kantha | Radiant |
| Khama | One who is the embodiment of forgiveness |
| Daya | One who’s compassionate |
| Bandhananashini | One who’s detached from attachments |
| Mohanashini | One who ruins all desires |
| Putrapamrityunashini | Sustainer of son’s untimely death |
| Dhanakshayanashini | Controller of wealth decrease |
| Vyadhinashini | One who eliminates ailments |
| Mruthyunashini | Destroyer of death |
| Bhayanashini | One who eliminates all fears |
| Padmapatrakshi | Having eyes like lotus leaf |
| Sharanya | One who provides refuge |
| Bhaktavatsala | Lover of devotees |
| Saukhyada | Bestower of well-being |
| Arogyada | One who grants good health |
| Rajyada | Bestower of kingdom |
| Ayurda | One who grants longevity |
| Vapurda | One who grants good looks |
| Sutada | One who grants issues |
| Pravasarakshika | Protector of travelers |
| Nagararakshika | One who protects the land |
| Sangramarakshika | Protector of wars |
| Shatrusankata Rakshika | One who protects from distress caused by foes |
| Ataviduhkhandhara Rakshika | Protector from ignorance and distress |
| Sagaragirirakshika | Protector of seas and hills |
| Sarvakaryasiddhi Pradayika | One who grants success in every attempt |
7 Grains used for Navratri Puja
- Jau
- Til
- Dhan
- Moong
- Kangani
- Chana
- Gehun
Happy Navratri Wishes
May the candle light, flame your life,
May you always be happy and victorious,
May the sunshine create glorious mornings,
May all your darkness fly away,
Wishing U Happy Chaitra Navratri!
May Mata bless you
On this auspicious day of Navratri,
And may on this festive season dhan,
Yash and samriddhi come your way
Life has ups and down,
Some days might be rough,
But Maa Durga will give you the courage,
And the ability to be tough.
Have a Happy Chaitra Navratri!
On this auspicious day of Navratri,
My greetings to you and your family,
Happiness and betterment at all levels,
For today and all time to come,
Success at the end of all your pursuits,
In the most truthful way.
This Navratri, I want to thank you for being on my side,
And to hold my hands through rough times,
Thank you for making it easier for me to face all challenges,
For each and every moment you made me feel special,
May Maa Durga always keep you in her blessings,
And remove all your worries,
Have a great Chaitra Navratri!
N = Nav Chetna
A = Akhand Jyoti
V = Vighna Nashak
R = Ratjageshwari
A = Anand Dayi
T = Trikal Darshi
R = Rakhan Karti
A = Anand Mayi Maa
May Nav Durga bless you always.
Its the time of the year
To get together with family,
Its the time of the year
To smile happily.
Its the time of the year
When Maa Durga is there to bless,
Our homes and lives in excess.
Happy Navratri!
May Goddess Durga protect you from all the problems in life. This Navratri may there only be happiness in your life. Wishing you a happy Navratri!
May these auspicious days of Chaitra Navratri bring no struggle and no envy for everyone… enjoy a blessed Navratri this year!
