(MENAFN- Live Mint) The nine-day Sharad, or Shardiya Navratri dedicated to worshipping the nine forms of Goddess Durga, is an important Hindu festival observed across India. It is observed in the Hindu lunar month of Ashwin during Sharad Ritu, which corresponds to September to October per the Gregorian calendar.
All days of Navratri are associated with a specific colour corresponding to each day that holds symbolic meaning. Let's look at the colours associated with the most auspicious days of Navratri.
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Goddess: Maa Skandamata
Navratri Colour: White
White is a symbol of peace and purity and is associated with this day. The mother of Lord Kartikeya, Goddess Skandamata, who represents maternal love, nurturing, and tranquillity, is worshipped on this day.
Take note of the following timings of the fifth day of Navratri, according to Drik Panchang:
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Brahma Muhurat: 04:40 AM to 05:29 AM
Pratah Sandhya: 05:04 AM to 06:18 AM
Abhiji Muhurat: 11:46 AM to 12:33 PM
Vijaya Muhurat: 02:06 PM to 02:53 PM
Godhuli Muhurat: 06:01 PM to 06:25 PM
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Goddess: Maa Katyayani
Navratri Colour: Red
Red is a symbol of power and passion, which is associated with day six of Shardiya Navratri. Goddess Katyayani is worshipped on this day. The fierce form of Durga, Goddess Katyayani signifies strength and courage.
Day 7: October 9
Goddess: Maa Kalaratri
Navratri Colour: Royal Blue
Royal blue is a symbol of royalty, elegance, and wealth and it is associated with day seven of Shardiya Navratri. Goddess Kalaratri, who is considered to be the destroyer of darkness and ignorance, is worshipped on this day. She embodies power and protection.
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