Maha Navami 2022: The festival of Navaratri comes to an end with Maha Navami. Today marks the ninth and last day of the auspicious festival. On the occasion of Maha Navami, devotees of Maa Durga worship Maa Siddhidatri.
As per Hindu mythology, Maa Durga killed the buffalo demon Mahishasura on this day. The Navami tithi begins at 04.37 pm on October 3 and ends at 02.20 pm on October 4. It is believed that Maa Siddhidatri takes away ignorance from her devotees and grants them knowledge. She also provides direction and energy to planet Ketu and governs it.
Devotees perform different rituals on Navami. Many perform Kanya Puja/ Kanjak on this day. Young and unmarried girls, who have not attained puberty, are worshipped as Durga in many households. They are invited to houses as their feet are washed and offered prasad.
Some take bath in holy rivers, while there are devotees who also perform Sandhi Puja and offer 108 flowers and bilva leaves to Goddess Durga. Navami is followed by Dussehra, which marks the celebration of good over evil.
Maha Navami 2022: Quotes
Happy Maha Navami. May the day be bright and colourful, and may Goddess Durga watch over you all throughout the year!
“The myth of the Pujas is a simple one – full of rural sweetness. … The Pujas are, in part, an ever-returning homage to that magical sense of being rescued, so indispensable to children.” ― Amit Chaudhuri, Calcutta: Two Years in the City
“Let us celebrate Navratri and seek the divine blessing, courage and strength we need in life, May the blessings of Maa sweep us to the land of eternal happiness, let’s make this Durga Puja a memorable one.” ― Santosh Kumar
Maha Navami 2022: Wishes and Greetings
With Maha Navami, may success and happiness make their way into your life and love and light fill your heart.
May Goddess Durga bless you like she blessed Rama to fight the evil like he fought Ravana. Happy Mahanavami to you my friend.
May the air you breathe to be filled with laughter and love. May this Maha Navami bring you happiness and prosperity. Happy Durga Navami, everyone!
There will be ups and downs in life, and some days will be difficult, but Maa Durga will give you strength and courage. Wishing you a Happy Maha Navami!
May Goddess Durga always be there to give you power and strength in life and hope you fight all challenges with greatness and good luck. Blessed Happy Mahanavami to you.
Wish you all a happy Navami.
