nine forms of durga

The seventh form of Goddess Parvati is Kaalratri Devi, she also known as Goddess Shubhankari. She is the most ferocious and destructive form of Navdurga, She is is worshipped on the seventh day of Navratri i.e. Saptami.

Maa Katyayani is said to be one of the most violent forms of Goddess Parvati.  She got her name because she was born to rishi Katyayana.

Skandamata Devi is the 5th out of nine forms of Durga. In nine days Navratri, she holds a special place and worship of her gives prosperity, happiness and peace. Skanda is also known by the name of Kartikeya, the meaning of the same is, the…

The fourth avatar of Durga is Kushmanda Devi. According to beliefs, with her divine smile, she is known to end the darkness and create the world. The goddess name has come from her interrelation with Kushmand (Bali of white pumpkin) and…

Chandraghanta Devi is the third out of nine forms of Durga. The goddess is believed to reward people with her courage, valour and elegance. The third day of Navratri is dedicated to her.

The second avatar of the Navdurga, Brahmacharini Devi, is the metaphor of utmost devotion and patience. The meaning of the word “Brahmacharini'' is a devoted female who possesses sacred knowledge only.

In these nine nights, the nine manifestations of Maa Durga- Shailaputri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skandamata, Katyayani, Kaalratri, Mahagauri and Siddhidhatri are worshipped.