Navratri Third Day – The festival of Navratri is in its full glory, and today, i.e. 13th October, is the third day of Shardiya Navratri. On this day, Maa Chandraghanta, the third form of Maa Durga, is duly worshipped. According to religious beliefs, worshipping Maa Chandraghanta instils courage, confidence and fearlessness in the devotee. Maa removes all the troubles of her devotees and protects them from negative powers.

Form of Maa Chandraghanta

The form of Maa Chandraghanta is very calm and gentle, but at the same time it is powerful too. An hour-shaped crescent moon is present on his forehead; that is why he is called Chandraghanta. Mother has ten hands, and various types of weapons are adorned in her hands. His vehicle is a lion. There is a religious belief that worshipping Mother Chandraghanta removes fear and gives courage in life.

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Method of worship of Maa Chandraghanta

On the third day of Navratri, take a bath in the morning and wear clean clothes. Install the idol or picture of Maa Durga and Maa Chandraghanta at the place of worship. Offer flowers, Akshat, Roli and incense sticks to the Mother Goddess. After this, chant the mantras of Maa Chandraghanta and recite Durga Chalisa or Durga Saptashati. At the end of the puja, perform aarti of the mother and pray for the happiness and peace of the family.

What to offer to Maa Chandraghanta

Mother Chandraghanta is believed to offer milk and sweets made from milk. Devotees can also offer kheer or other satvik dishes as per their devotion. After the puja, distribute the prasad among the family members.

Auspicious colour of the third day

Red colour is considered auspicious for the third day of Navratri. Red color symbolizes strength, courage and enthusiasm. However, the tradition of Navratri colours may vary in different regions and calendars. Devotees can worship the Mother Goddess in any clean and decent clothes as per their devotion.

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Importance of worshipping Maa Chandraghanta

It is believed that worshipping Maa Chandraghanta brings stability in the mind, and the person is able to face difficult situations with courage. During these nine days of Navratri, different forms of Goddess Durga are worshipped. By worshipping Mother Chandraghanta on the third day, devotees pray for happiness, peace and prosperity.

So, this Navratri, do not forget to take the blessings of Maa Chandraghanta and, with her grace, adopt both courage and peace in your life.