By:- B.T Team
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On the third day of Navratri, devotees worship Maa Chandraghanta, a peaceful form of Maa Parvati. She brings strength and positivity.
Navratri Day 3: Worship of Maa Chandraghanta
Maa Chandraghanta governs planet Venus and rides a tigress. She holds powerful weapons and her bell sound expels evil spirits.
Significance of Maa Chandraghanta
Maa Chandraghanta’s Iconic Form
With 10 hands, Maa Chandraghanta holds a lotus, arrow, trident, and more. Her forehead is adorned with a half-moon, symbolizing peace.
Power and Protection
The bell on Maa Chandraghanta's forehead is said to protect devotees from harm and give them eternal strength.
On this day, wake up early, wear orange, and offer kheer, yellow flowers, and panchamrit to the goddess during the puja.
Day 3 Rituals
Shubh Muhurat for Puja
Key times for puja: – Brahma Muhurat: 4:38 am - 5:27 am – Abhijit Muhurat: 11:46 am - 12:33 pm
Auspicious Colour of the Day
The color of the day is orange. Wearing this brings positivity and warmth during the worship of Maa Chandraghanta.
Special Bhog Offering
Offer kheer as a special bhog to Maa Chandraghanta to seek her blessings for prosperity and happiness.
Chant the mantra: "Om Devi Chandraghantayai Namah" to invoke the blessings of Maa Chandraghanta during the puja.
Stuti and Stotra
Recite the Stotra: "Apaduddharini Tvamhi Adya Shaktih Shubhparam…" to gain strength and divine protection from Maa Chandraghanta.