On the third day of Navratri, devotees worship Goddess Chandraghanta, a powerful and compassionate form of Maa Parvati. She symbolizes courage, peace, and prosperity, and is believed to protect her devotees from all forms of evil and negativity. Associated with the planet Venus (Shukra), she blesses her worshippers with love, beauty, and harmony in life.
Origin of Goddess Chandraghanta
The name Chandraghanta comes from the crescent moon (Chandra) on her forehead, shaped like a bell (Ghanta). After marrying Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati began adorning her forehead with this moon, which led her to be called Maa Chandraghanta. She is also considered the married form of Goddess Mahagauri.
Navratri Day 3 Worship
On Navratri Tritiya (Day 3), devotees offer prayers to Maa Chandraghanta seeking inner strength, protection, and serenity. Worshipping her on this day removes fear, brings mental peace, and ensures spiritual progress.
Iconography and Appearance
Goddess Chandraghanta is depicted as a divine warrior seated on a tigress. She has ten hands carrying various weapons and symbols:
- Left hands: Trishul, Gada, Sword, Kamandal, and Varada Mudra (blessing posture).
- Right hands: Lotus, Arrow, Bow, Japa Mala, and Abhaya Mudra (gesture of protection).
Her crescent moon, resembling a bell, is believed to create a divine sound that drives away evil spirits and negative energies.
Spiritual Significance
Though fierce in her form, Goddess Chandraghanta is also peaceful and benevolent. She represents balance—ready to fight for her devotees’ welfare, while also blessing them with tranquility. Worshipping her is said to bring courage, fearlessness, and prosperity.
Favourite Flower of Goddess Chandraghanta
Devotees offer Jasmine (Chameli) flowers to Maa Chandraghanta during Navratri Puja. It is believed to please the Goddess and attract her divine blessings.
Goddess Chandraghanta Mantra
Chanting her mantra removes negativity and fills life with positivity:
ॐ देवी चन्द्रघण्टायै नमः॥ Om Devi Chandraghantayai Namah
Prarthana (Prayer)
पिण्डज प्रवरारूढा चण्डकोपास्त्रकैर्युता। प्रसादं तनुते मह्यम् चन्द्रघण्टेति विश्रुता॥
Pindaja Pravararudha Chandakopastrakairyuta, Prasadam Tanute Mahyam Chandraghanteti Vishruta.
This prayer seeks the Goddess’s blessings for courage, peace, and liberation from all obstacles.
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