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Navratri: Nine Forms of Goddess Durga

Navaratri is most auspicious Hindu festival where nine different forms of the Goddess Durga are worshipped. At Motherszone, know about the name, meaning and significance of the Navadurga. Read more http://www.motherszone.com/indian-festivals/navaratri/

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Navratri: Nine Forms of Goddess Durga

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  1. Goddess Durga also know as Devi and Shakti in Hinduism is perhaps the most important Goddess and represents power and strength. The mother of the universe is believed to be the supreme energy behind the creation, and preservation of our world. The nine forms of Durga hold special significance and meaning. Happy Navratri

  2. Shailaputri It means the daughter of the mountains and is also known as Parvati or Hemavati the daughter of the king of Himalayas

  3. Brahmacharini This is the second form of Goddess Durga and means one who follows devout austerity.

  4. Chandraghanta The third form of the Goddess has a half moon in her forehead and is worshipped for prosperity, tranquility and peace.

  5. Kushmanda The fourth form represents the creator of the universe and she spreads light like rays from the sun.

  6. Skanda Mata The fifth form is the mother of Skanda or Lord Kartikeya who was the commander in chief in wars against the demons.

  7. Katyayani The sixth form is an avatar of Goddess Durga who was born to a sage called Kata.

  8. Kalaratri The seventh form of the Goddess has a dark complexion and she holds a sword which assures us of freedom from troubles and evils.

  9. Mahagauri The eighth form is worshipped on the eighth day of Navratri and the devotees get rid of the sins of their past and get purified in all aspects of life.

  10. Siddhidatri This is the ninth form of the Goddess and blesses all the saints, yogis and devotees as a manifestation of the Mother Goddess.

  11. Thank You…. This is the ninth form of the Goddess and blesses all the saints, yogis and devotees as a manifestation of the Mother Goddess.

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