How many days are there in Chaitra Navratri?
Chaitra Navratri is here. The Hindu festival is celebrated over nine days, during which devotees pray to Goddess Durga in her nine forms. Each day of the festival is dedicated to the worship of the Goddess. This year, Chaitra Navratri begins on April 2 and ends on April 11.
What are the four Navratri dates?
Each one is significant in its own way. Goddess Durga is worshipped on Navratris. The four Navratris are named after the Hindu seasons and months they fall in — Magha (Winter), Chaitra (Spring), Ashadha (Monsoon), and Sharad (Autumn). The end of spring and the beginning of summer is marked by Chaitra Navratri.
When did Chaitra Navratri start?
April 2
The Chaitra Navratri will begin on April 2; the following nine days, till April 11, holds immense religious significance in Hinduism. Chaitra navratri falls in the month of Chaitra according to the Hindu calendar which corresponds to March-April as per the Gregorian calendar.
Why is Chaitra Navratri celebrated?
Hindu mythology states that Chaitra Navratri signifies the creation of the universe and the beginning of the world and beings. Goddess Durga was assigned the task of creating the world and thus, this festival is also considered to be the beginning of the Hindu year by many.
What should we do in Chaitra Navratri?
Chaitra Navratri Dos
- Do not forget to do Kalash Sthapana or Ghatasthapana on the first day of Navratri.
- Light an akhanda deepak on all days of Navratri till Dashmi.
- It is advised to do the paath of Durga Chalisa and Durga Saptasati on all days of Navratri.
- Offer red flowers to all avatars of Devi Maa.
What is the difference between Chaitra Navratri and Sharad Navratri?
The first Navratri of the year, Chaitra Navratri is celebrated in the months of March-April. It is also called Vasant Navratri as it falls in the spring season. While the Navratri festival celebrated in the autumn season is called Sharad Navratri.
Why Navratri comes twice in a year?
Change Of Weather : Navratris fall within the cusp of two seasons. The first one is celebrated in the trasition of winters and summers and the second one in autumn that is also the transition of summer to winter. If you notice carefully, both the Navratris are celebrated at the juncture of seasonal changes.
Who celebrates Chaitra Navratri?
Chaitra Navratri is one of the famous festivals of Hindus, which is celebrated for nine days and falls usually in the month of March or April. Devotees worship Goddess Durga, who is known for strength and power and seek blessings from her so that they can fight wrong things in life without compromising their morale.
Why is there 2 Navratri in a year?
Navratri 2022: Navratri is essentially a celebration of nine divine nights that are dedicated to Goddess Durga and her nine avatars. Primarily, it is celebrated by the Hindu community twice every year — once around this time of the year, and then in the month of October, coinciding with Durga Puja celebrations.
Why do we celebrate two Navratri?
Navratris fall within the cusp of two seasons. The first one is celebrated in the trasition of winters and summers and the second one in autumn that is also the transition of summer to winter. If you notice carefully, both the Navratris are celebrated at the juncture of seasonal changes.
What should we not do in Chaitra Navratri?
Garlic and onion should be avoided during these nine days. Those fasting on Chaitra Navratri, should not consume non-veg food. Alcohol and smoking should also be avoided during the Navratri. People observing fast during Navratri should avoid using leather-made products like belts, shoes and wallets.
Can we cut hair during Chaitra Navratri?
Avoid getting a haircut Fasting devotees should avoid obtaining a haircut or shaving during Navratri. Shaving your beard during Navratri is also frowned upon.