The Navratri festival is of great importance in Hindu society. This lively and holy festival that honours the divine feminine power focusses on the adoration of Goddess Durga and her various manifestations. This celebration commences on the Pratipada of the Shukla Paksha in Ashwin month and lasts until Navami.
As per the Hindu calendar, the first day of the bright fortnight in the month of Ashwin will start on October 3, 2024, at 12:19 AM and end at 2:58 AM on October 4. Shardiya Navratri will start on Thursday, October 3, 2024, according to the Udaya Tithi.
With the festival approaching, delve into the various deities worshipped, the significance of different colours for each day, and learn more about them.
Day 1: Red
Shailaputri: The Goddess of Courage
On the initial day of Navratri, Goddess Shailaputri is honored for her representation of bravery and power. Followers wear red, a bright color representing strength and resolve.
Day 2: Royal Blue
Brahmacharini: The Goddess of Purity
The second day is dedicated to worshipping Goddess Brahmacharini, symbolising purity and devotion. The colour linked to her is royal blue due to its representation of calmness and peace.
Day 3: Yellow
Chandraghanta: The Goddess of Peace
On the third day, worshippers honour Goddess Chandraghanta, who represents peace and tranquillity. Yellow, the hue symbolising happiness and joy, is linked to her.
Day 4: Green
Kushmanda: The Goddess of Prosperity
On the fourth day, the colour green symbolises the Goddess Kushmanda. She is the originator of all creation and grants prosperity to her followers.
Day 5: Grey
Skandamata: The Mother of Skanda
The fifth day is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Skandamata, who is Lord Skanda's mother. Grey, a colour representing equilibrium and steadiness, is linked to her.
Day 6: Orange
Katyayani: The Warrior Goddess
On the sixth day, Goddess Katyayani, symbolising strength and courage, is venerated. The colour orange, full of energy and brightness, symbolises her bold personality.
Day 7: White
Kalaratri: The Dark Goddess
The seventh day is dedicated to worshipping Kalaratri, the formidable and potent manifestation of Goddess Durga. White, representing purity and spirituality, is linked with her.
Day 8: Pink
Mahagauri: The Goddess of Beauty
Day 8 is dedicated to worshipping Goddess Mahagauri, who represents beauty and grace. The colour pink, which symbolises love and compassion, embodies her divine energy.
Day 9: Sky Blue
Siddhidatri: The Bestower of Wisdom
During the last day of Navratri, we pay tribute to Goddess Siddhidatri, the giver of wisdom and knowledge. Associated with her is the color sky blue, which symbolises vastness and spirituality.