Published On : February 23, 2022  |  Author : Astrologer Umesh
Chaitra Navratri

Chaitra Navratri: A Festival Of Divine Sanctity

Chaitra Navratri is the first Navratri celebratory event of the year. Another name for this occasion is Vasant Navratri. The auspicious occasion of Chaitra Navratri takes place during the spring season whereas the festival of Navratri that is celebrated during autumn is known as Sharad Navratri. Chaitra also stands for the beginning of a New Year.

During Navratri, a festival of nine days dedicated to the nine divine forms of Mata Durga is held. Devotees of the Goddess Durga observe fast for nine days. there is a total of four Navratri occasions that fall in a year, and Chaitra Navratri is one of them. The very meaning of “Navratri” is “nine nights” in which all the nine forms of divine goddess Mata Durga, as mentioned earlier, are worshipped by the devotees.

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History Of Chaitra Navratri

The legend has it that the auspicious occasion of Chaitra Navratri marks the creation of the universe and the genesis of the world and creatures in it. Mata Durga is the prime deity in whose reverence the festival of Chaitra Navratri is held in which countless devotees pay their respects to the divine being.

Another tale associated with the history of Chaitra Navratri is that Mata Durga slew the demon Mahishasura and gave the world and heaven a respite from his tyranny. This is the reason why the festival of Chaitra Navratri bears the message of victory of good over evil. Never stay bereft of peace and wisdom as Durga Puja can bless you with these privileges. Call us for more details.

Importance Of Chaitra Navratri

The first importance of Chaitra Navratri is associated with its divine affinity with Mata Durga, who is one of the most powerful deities in Hindu mythology. She is the divine embodiment of bravery and motherhood who protects her devotees from evil forces and blesses them with peace, prosperity, and happiness.

One of the other importance of Chaitra Navratri is that it marks the beginning of a New Year, and boundless enthusiasm of people eagerly waiting for it to celebrate the festival in which they observe fast and offer their respects to the divine almighty of goddess Durga.

At last, there is the astrological significance of Chaitra Navratri as well. According to astrology, the sacred occasion marks the transition of the Sun sign. In other words, the celestial body (Sun) completes its journey in 12-zodiac signs and re-enters into Aries to complete the next celestial cycle.

Benefits Of Worshipping Mata Durga During Chaitra Navratri

  • Since Mata Durga is the central power of all divine energies emanated from all divinities, worshipping her during Chaitra Navratri would afford great power and social influence in one’s life.
  • Attainment of peace and peaceful living experience happens in one’s life.
  • Worshipping Mata Durga also means attainment of prosperity or never-ceasing growth of wealth in one’s life.
  • One gets protected against malefic planetary influence, thus a person experiences peace and serenity in his life.
  • One can also gain fame and sound health by worshipping Mata Durga during the Chaitra Navratri festival.

Winding-Up

India is blessed with countless religiously auspicious festivals, and Chaitra Navratri is one of the most popular ones. It is celebrated by countless devotees of Mata Durga with boundless enthusiasms and reverence held for the divine being. During the festival, Mata Durga is worshipped with staunch devotions. In fact, Chaitra Navratri is held in boundless reverence due to its religious significance and divine affinity attached to its origin and history.

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