Navratri 2022 Start & End Dates-Nine Nights of Devi Durga

Navratri, one of the most revered and auspicious Hindu holidays that dates back to time immemorial, is one of the oldest festivals. In India and other countries, it is widely observed spanning nine straight days and nights. However, Navratri has diverse connotations throughout India and is observed according to the lunar calendar, which is why it is observed as Sharad Navratri in September and October rather than Chaitra Navratri in March and April.

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During Navratri, devotees from both rural and urban areas congregate to perform “puja” on little shrines that depict the goddesses Lakshmi and Saraswati as well as other attributes of Goddess Durga. For nine days straight during Navratri, mantra chanting, bhajan performances, and folk melodies typically accompany the puja rites.

Navratri Festivals

The word “navavratri”—which means “nine” in Sanskrit—comes from the words “ratri,” which means “night.” The well-known Navratri legend emphasises the noteworthy conflict between the formidable monster Mahishasura and Goddess Durga.

Navratri 2022 DateChaitra Navratri 2022 Date

April 2 to April 11, 2022

Sharad Navratri 2022 Date

Sharad Navratri: September 26 (Monday) to October 4 (Tuesday), 2022

Numerous devotional practices are observed during Navratri in India, but they all have the overarching theme of good triumphing over evil. During Navratri, a significant increase in pilgrims makes their way to the Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu. The Navratri Mela commemorates the auspicious day of Navratri in Himachal Pradesh. In West Bengal, both sexes adore Goddess Durga for slaying the demonic “Mahishasura” during the festival of “Durga Puja,” which is celebrated with tremendous devotion and reverence. In expansive grounds, people reenact episodes from the Ramayana in a performance known as “Ramlila.” A national holiday called “Dussehra” is celebrated on the tenth day of Ashwin (Sharad) Navratri.

During Navratri, people in South India place their idols in a step pattern and recite the name of God. The nine-day Navratri festival in Mysore falls during the ‘Dasara’ Festival, which features folk music and dance performances, wrestling matches, and tableau competitions. A well-known parade begins from the brightly lit Mysore Palace and features tableaux, ornamented elephants, camels, and horses. In South India, “Vijayadashami” is considered a lucky day for performing pooja for one’s car.

During the first three days of Navratri, Goddess Durga is worshipped, and then Goddess Laxmi for the next three days. Goddess Saraswati is honoured throughout the final three days of Navratri. To receive Maa Durga’s blessings, observe Navratri with sacrosanct devotion. Beginning on October 7, Sharad Navratri 2022 will last through October 15.

Sharad Navratri 2022 Dates

Navratri: Nine Avatars of Goddess Durga

People observe the occasion with utmost dedication and prayer for nine nights. A different Durga Maa avatar is honoured each day. As a result, followers are required to dress appropriately every day.

Day 1: Shailaputri /Pratipada

Goddess Shailputri is revered on Pratipada. Putri means daughter, while Shaila means mountain. Goddess Parvati is given importance on this day since she is the Mountain God’s daughter.

Day 2: Brahmacharini/ Dwitya

Goddess Brahmacharini, a manifestation of Durga Devi on Dwitya, is known for her ability to calm people down. As a result, this Goddess is honoured on the second day.

Day 3: Chandraghanta/ Tritya

Devotees worship Chandraghanta on Tritiya. She is said to possess a third eye and battle wicked demons. Jasmine blossoms are offered during puja to please her.

Day 4: Kushmanda/ Chaturthi

The day of Chaturthi is devoted to the goddess Kushmanda. Her name translates to “cosmic egg,” and she is renowned for bringing warmth and energy to everyone.

Day 5: Skandamata/ Panchami

Goddess Skandamata is the one who rules over Buddha on Panchami (the Mercury planet). She is revered because it is thought that she is tenacious and kind.

Day 6: Katyayini/ Shashti

According to legend, Durga assumed the shape of Devi Katyayani on the sixth day, known as Shashti, in order to kill the King of Demons. Women say prayers in order to have a happy marriage and family.

Day 7: Kalaratri/ Saptami

The day of Saptami is specifically devoted to the goddess Kalaratri. She is reputed to be fearsome and to have terrified wicked spirits from all corners of the globe. She is Lord Shani’s ruler and Kali Devi’s most terrible manifestation (Saturn Planet)

Day 8: Mahagauri/ Ashtami

On the eighth day, Mahagauri is worshipped. On this special day, she only wears white clothing and rides a bull. On this day, Kanya Puja, a special ceremony for young virgin girls, is held. Mahashtami or even Maha Durgashtami are names for this day. Dance, entertainment, and prayers are used to honour the day.

Day 9: Siddhidaatri/ Navami

Devi Siddhidaatri is given honour on Navami. She has the ability to grant all of your wishes, so the ninth day is devoted to her.

Day 10: Vijayadashami (Dussehra)

The tenth day is reserved for Vijayadashami after the nine days of devotion. a day when fresh beginnings in life are possible. It is also known as Vidyarambham, and it is an occasion where young people are introduced to the field of education. A crucial component of the Vijayadashami rites is Sindhoor Khela.

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