Chandraghanta is the third manifestation of Durga, representing peace, tranquility, and prosperity in life. Her name is derived from the chandra (half moon) in her forehead in the shape of a ghanta (bell).She rides on a lion and is believed to destroy all evil and wicked. The ferocious Goddess is pleased by offering milk, sweets or kheer.
On the second day of Navaratri, Hindus worship Bharmachaarini, whose name means “one who practices devout austerity.”Her austere penance gained her the name of Bharahmacharini by all the devtas and Gods who were awestruck by her reverence. She enlightens us in the magnificent embodiment of Durga with great powers and divine grace. Bharmachaarini holds a rosary in… Read More: Day 2 of Durga Puja – Goddess Bharmacharini »
Durga Puja, also called Durgotsava and Navaratri, is an annual Hindu festival in the Indian subcontinent that reveres the goddess Durga.It is particularly popular in West Bengal, Odisha, Assam and Tripura, and the diaspora from this region. The festival is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Ashvin, typically September or October of the Gregorian calendar. A multi-day festival that features elaborate temple and stage decorations (pandals), scripture recitation, performance… Read More: Durgaa Puja Celebration in Mauritius »