Navratri 2023 Day 6: Seek Maa Katyayani's Blessings On This Day, Holy Chants And Colour Of The Day
The sixth day of Navratri is dedicated to the ferocious warrior avatar of Goddess Durga, known as Maa Katyayani
Navratri seems to have just began, however, it's already day six approaching us. This day, also celebrated as Durga Shasthi, is dedicated to the ferocious warrior avatar of Goddess Durga, known as Maa Katyayani.
Colour of the day: Grey
The Mahishasurmardini, who rides a lion and carries a lotus flower and multiple weapons is prayed by devotees seeking protection from evil. The weapons held by Maa Katyayani are a sword and Lord Shiva’s trident.
This Friday, October 20, on the sixth day of the Navaratri festivities, Maa Katyayani is worshipped with flower and fruit offerings.
Holy chants:
IIOm Devi Katyayanyai NamahII
IIYa Devi Sarva Bhutesu 'Ma Katyayanyai' Rupena Samasthitha, Namastasyai Namastasyai Namastasyai Namo NamahII
IIChandra Hasojja Valakara, Shaardulavar Vaahana, Kaatyayani Shubham Daddya, Devi Daanav GhaatiniII
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