The Nine Shades of Navratri

Nine days of Navratri are dedicated to the victory of good over evil powers. There are four types of Navratri in Hindu religion but only Chaitra Navratri 2018 and shardiya Navratri is considered important. In the nine days of Navratri nine colours depicting the true spirit of the goddess. This colorful festive season is also very important for kids and family.

For nine days of Navratri, you can dress up in nine different colors which not only make you happy but also complete your Navratri 2018 festival season. Navratri is also a colorful festival and to celebrate this you should choose the right colors. How are the Navratri colors decided? So, Navratri colors are decided as per the drik panchang, based on the day of the week when the festival begins. Each day of Navratri has a particular auspicious color which dedicated to goddess maa durga. This year durga puja dates 2018 start from 10th October to 19th October 2018. So,this Navratri festival special 9 colors can add many virtues of the goddess.

Let’s know the 9 colors of 9 days if Navratri.

First Navratri : 10th October

On the first day of Navratri maa, shailputri is worshipped. Maa, the shailputri idol is donned with a bright yellow color saree. Maa Durga has nine forms and shailputri is her first form. She is the daughter of the mountains. Ghatsthapana is also done in this day. Color for this day is yellow and this color presents action, vigour and warmth. Bright yellow color lights up the heart.

Second Navratri : 11 October

Maa Durga second form is worshipped on this day. This auspicious day is dedicated to maa bhramacharini. She is the epitome of power, prosperity and grace. Green is the best color for this day. This color depicting the rich vegetation and plant cover which the god defers bestowed in the earth.

Third Navratri : 12 october

The third form of goddess Durga is maa Chandraghanta. She has a half moon on her forehead. Maa chandraghanta is the epitome of peace, beauty and bravery. Grey color is dedicated to maa Durga this form. She bestowed with children to her devotees.

Fourth day: 13 October

On the 4th day of Navratri, kushmanda form is worshipped. As per Vedic scriptures, she believed to be the creator of the entire world and all through laughter. The orange color is auspicious for this day. This is the color of courage.

Fifth day: 14 October

The fifth day of Navratri is dedicated to maa skandmata and this is the fifth form of maa durga. She is the one who demolished the demons. This day color is white which embodies prayer and protection. Maa skandmata always blesses her devotees.

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Sixth day: 15 October

The sixth day of Navratri is dedicated to the sixth form of maa durga. Maa Katyayani is worshipped on this day. In West Bengal or several other parts of India, this is the day when Durga puja kicks off. Shashti is the start of four days of festivities for Bengalis the world over. Red is the best and auspicious color for this day.

Seventh-day: 16 October

This is the seventh day of Navratri and the seventh form of Maa Durga is worshipped on this day. The seventh day is dedicated to maa kalratri. She is the protector from all sorts of trouble and is said to bring freedom to her devotees. Royal blue is the color of this day. This color symbolizes a sense of calm which is quietly powerful.

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Eighth day: 17 October

Ashtami is the very important day of Navratri. Maa Gauri is worshipped on this tithi. She is the symbol of forgiveness and mercy. She can destroy all the sins of her devotees. Pink is the color of maa gauri. This color denotes hope and fresh beginnings.

Ninth day: 18 October

This is the last day of Navratri and maa siddhidatri is worshipped on ninth Navratri. Maha Navami or Kanya puja is performed on this day. Purple is the color of ninth navratri. The purple symbolizes luxury and power. These nine colors can make your Navratri festival auspicious and colorful. Apart from color, Navratri 2018 food is also very important.