Durga Puja 2024 will be celebrated from October 9th (Shashti) to October 12th (Vijayadashami). The grand immersion ceremony will take place on the last day.
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9 Days of Durga Puja
Navratri Day 1 - Maa Shailputri (3rd October 2024)
On the first day of Navratri, Maa Shailputri is worshipped. She is the first divine form of Maa Durga. The word "Shail" means peak, and Shailputri is known as the daughter of the mountain. Navratri begins with the establishment of the Kalash on this day, and it marks the start of auspicious activities.
Navratri Day 2 - Maa Brahmacharini (4th October 2024)
The second form of Nav Durga is Maa Brahmacharini. Brahmacharini means one who resides and moves in the infinite. She is known as the goddess of wisdom and penance. Worshipping her brings fulfillment of desires and peace in life.
Navratri Day 3 - Maa Chandraghanta (5th October 2024)
The third divine form of Maa Durga is Maa Chandraghanta. With her blessings, devotees experience the vision of supernatural objects. She rides a lion and is always in a battle-ready posture. A half-moon shaped like a bell adorns her forehead, hence she is called Chandraghanta.
Navratri Day 4 - Maa Kushmanda (6th October 2024)
The fourth form of Maa Durga is Maa Kushmanda. She has eight arms, which is why she is also known as Ashtabhuja. In her hands, she holds a kamandal, bow, arrow, lotus flower, a pot full of nectar, chakra, and mace. She is believed to remove fears.
Navratri Day 5 - Maa Skandamata (7th October 2024)
Maa Skandamata is the goddess of wisdom and knowledge, the fifth form of Durga. Lord Kartikeya sits in her lap in this form. She has four arms. Worshipping her grants the desire for children, and she blesses them with long life.
Navratri Day 6 - Maa Katyayani (8th October 2024)
The sixth form of Maa Durga is Maa Katyayani, who was born as the daughter of Sage Katya. She has a grand and divine form. Maa Katyayani is known to fulfill desires and provide success. She rides a lion and holds a lotus and sword in her left hands, and a Swastika and blessing posture in her right hands.
Navratri Day 7 - Maa Kaalratri (9th October 2024)
Maa Durga's seventh form is Maa Kaalratri. Her body is as dark as night, with long, disheveled hair. A garland around her neck shines like lightning. Worshipping her with full devotion on this day removes the fear of untimely death.
Navratri Day 8 - Maa Mahagauri (10th October 2024)
The eighth form of Maa Durga is Maa Mahagauri, who is considered the goddess of wealth and prosperity. Her complexion is very fair, which is why she is called Mahagauri. On the eighth day of Navratri, she is worshipped for peace and prosperity.
Navratri Day 9 - Maa Siddhidatri (11th October 2024)
The ninth form of Maa Durga is Maa Siddhidatri, who grants all types of spiritual powers. On the ninth day of Navratri, she is offered chickpeas, puri, seasonal fruits, kheer, halwa, and coconut.
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FAQ
When is Durga Puja 2024?
. What is the significance of Maha Saptami during Durga Puja?
Maha Saptami marks the beginning of the battle between Goddess Durga and the demon Mahishasura. Rituals like Mahasnan and Prana Pratishta are performed, symbolizing the spiritual awakening of the goddess.
What is the story behind Durga Puja?
Durga Puja celebrates the victory of Goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasura. After a fierce battle lasting 10 days, Durga slayed Mahishasura, symbolizing the victory of good over evil.
What are the major rituals performed during Durga Puja?
Some of the key rituals include Bodhan (the awakening of the goddess), Kumari Puja, Sandhi Puja, and Sindoor Khela. Each ritual represents different aspects of worship and celebration.
What are the food offerings made during Durga Puja?
. Devotees typically offer bhog like khichdi, fruits, sweets (especially naru), and payesh (rice pudding). These offerings are shared as prasad after the Puja.
