
Navaratri - Wikipedia
Navaratri[a] (Sanskrit: नवरात्रि, romanized: Navarātri) is an annual Hindu festival observed in honor of the goddess Durga, an aspect of Adi Parashakti, the supreme goddess.
Navratri | Description, Importance, Goddess, & Facts | Britannica
Nov 21, 2025 · Navratri is dedicated to the worship of goddess Durga and her nine forms, each symbolizing different qualities such as strength, wisdom, courage, devotion, and protection. During …
When is Navratri and what is it all about? - BBC
Oct 4, 2024 · Navratri is a time when Hindus celebrate the goddess Durga for killing the demon, Mahishasura. A more powerful God, Lord Brahma, had blessed Mahishasura with the gift of …
What is Navaratri | Hindu Life at Yale
Each day of Navratri has an associated color which devotees are encouraged to wear. Ritual observances and even the names of the goddess vary by region and sampradaya.
Navratri - Coalition of Hindus of North America
Jan 1, 2025 · Navratri is the Hindu festival of reverence for the divine mother or Adi Shakti, celebrated for nine nights. The word “Shakti,” meaning power and strength, represents the feminine force that is …
Significance Of Navratri: Why Is Navratri Celebrated?
Navratri, or the Divine Nine Nights, is a time of deep rest and rejuvenation. Each day is dedicated to one of the nine forms of the Mother Divine.
Navratri 2025: Origins, Rituals, Colours And Daily Celebrations
Sep 23, 2025 · Celebrated over nine nights, Navratri honours Goddess Durga’s diverse forms through fasting, colourful rituals, and joyous dances. Explore the festival’s origins, the significance of each …
All About Navratri 2025| Chaitra and Sharad Navratri Dates
Feb 18, 2025 · Navratri is celebrated 4 times in a year, each with a different significance and at a different time. However, the puja rituals observed on all 9 days are the same. The date and time of …
Navratri: Nine nights of divine celebration
Witness unmatched fervour and reverence as devotees celebrate the enchanting Hindu festival of Navratri. ‘Nav’ stands for nine, and ‘ratri’ means night, signifying the nine vibrant nights where …
Navratri - Nine Nights Of Worship And Celebration | 2026
Sep 11, 2024 · Navratri is a Hindu festival that spans nine nights and is dedicated to worshiping the nine forms of Goddess Durga. It celebrates the triumph of good over evil, with each day focusing on a …