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On Day 6 of Shardiya Navratri, October 20, Maa Katyayani is honoured...
Digital Desk: Today marks the sixth day of Shardiya Navratri also called shasthi. Today, we honour Maa Katyayani, the sixth incarnation of Maa Durga. Mother Katyayani is now worshipped in Ravi Yoga. Worshipping him raises one's renown and splendour.
Mother Katyayani is revered as a goddess of victory over adversaries and liberation from fear. Even the most difficult tasks are accomplished via his mercy. Katyayani is named after the sage Katyayana.
As per the myth, he appeased Goddess Durga with his penance and adoration and requested the blessing of having her as his daughter. As a result, Mother Durga came to his house as a daughter, and she was named Katyayani. She is also referred to as the goddess of war. Mother Katyayani holds a sword and a lotus in her arms while wearing a garland of white flowers.
Maa Siddhidatri, Maa Mahagauri, Maa Brahmcharini, Maa Shailputri, Maa Kushmanda, Maa Skandmata, Maa Katyayani, Maa Kaalratri, and Maa Chandraghanta - together known as Navdurga - are the names of Goddess Durga adored by her devotees in India and around the world during this time.
Extensive decorations, traditional dances, religious music, and fasting all contribute to the festival's mood of devotion, introspection, and happiness.
From its significance and puja vidhi to its schedule and samagri, here's all you need to know about the sixth day of Shardiya Navratri-
Shardiya Navratri 2023, auspicious time to worship Maa Katyayani
Shardiya Navratri 2023, a fortunate opportunity to worship Maa Katyayani
According to the Vedic calendar, the Shashthi Tithi of Shukla of Ashwin month begins at 01:31 AM today, October 20th, and lasts till 11:24 PM tonight.
Today is the sixth day of Navratri, according to Udayatithi. You can worship Mother Katyayani after sunrise in this case. However, it is preferable to worship them at dusk.
Colour of the Day-
Green is the colour of the sixth day of Navratri, which represents harmony and growth. It also symbolises nature, fertility, and serenity. Wearing green on this day symbolises Katyayani's protection, bravery, and well-being. Wear green on this day and pray to the Goddess for peace.
Puja Vidhi and Samagri for Navratri Day 6-
On the sixth day of Navratri, devotees are instructed to get up early, take a bath, and put on fresh clothes. Clean the puja space and place fresh flowers in front of Maa Katyayani's idol. Devotees should also hold lotus flowers in their palms while reciting mantras and praying, and present honey to the goddess as prasad and bhog to solicit her blessings.
Puja Mantra, Prathana, Stuti and Kavacha for Navratri 2023 Day 6-
1. Om Devi Katyayanyai Namah
2. Chandrahasojjvalakara Shardulavaravahana
3. Katyayani Shubham Dadyad Devi Danavaghatini Ya Devi Sarvabhuteshu Ma Katyayani Rupena Samsthita
4. Namastasyai Namastasyai Namastasyai Namo Namah Katyayanaumukha Patu Kam Swahaswarupini
Lalate Vijaya Patu Malini Nitya Sundari
Kalyani Hridayam Patu Jaya Bhagamalini
Mother Katyayani's offering of flowers and Bhog
Mother Katyayani, who rides a lion having four arms, adores red flowers. You can present red hibiscus or red roses to Maa Katyayani during puja. loves honey. At the time of worship, honey should be served to Maa Katyayani.
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