Maa Chandraghanta is worshipped on the third day of Navratri. She is the fierce, ten-armed goddess who wears a half-moon shaped like a bell (Ghanta) on her forehead. Her supreme grace grants devotees courage, supreme strength, and freedom from all fears.
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After marrying Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati adorned her forehead with a half-moon shaped like a bell, thus earning the name 'Chandraghanta'. She is the married form of the Mother Goddess, striking a perfect balance between a loving mother and a fierce protector.
She has a golden complexion, rides a fierce tigress, and has ten arms holding various weapons such as a Trishul, Gada, sword, and bow. The terrifying sound of her moon-bell is said to paralyze demons and negative forces, instantly protecting her devotees.
Worshipping Maa Chandraghanta on Tritiya activates the Manipura Chakra (Solar Plexus).
By her grace, all sins, distresses, and physical sufferings are eradicated. She blesses devotees with leadership qualities, bravery, and a fearless attitude to overcome life's biggest challenges.
Removes fear of enemies, ghosts, and negative energies.
Awakens the fire center, boosting confidence.
Despite her fierce form, she radiates maternal peace to devotees.
Maa Chandraghanta Puja involves offering red items, as she represents fiery energy and courage. The Puja requires firm devotion and a fearless mind.
Chanting the Chandraghanta mantra removes deep-seated fears and anxiety, creating a protective energetic shield around the devotee.
MANTRA CARD
ॐ देवी चन्द्रघण्टायै नमः॥
Om Devi Chandraghantayai Namah
VANDANA PRAYER
पिण्डजप्रवरारूढा चण्डकोपास्त्रकैर्युता।
प्रसादं तनुते मह्यं चन्द्रघण्टेति विश्रुता॥
NOTE
Puja Samagri may vary according to regional, family and spiritual traditions. Follow the guidance of your Acharya where applicable.
Maa Chandraghanta is deeply pleased with offerings of Milk or Milk-based sweets. Devotees offer milk to seek freedom from worldly sorrows and attain supreme peace.
Wearing Red on the third day of Navratri symbolizes bravery, fearlessness, and the fiery energy of Maa Chandraghanta, who is always ready to destroy evil.
The Vrat on Day 3 is kept to seek courage and rid oneself of past sins. Devotees maintain a strong, fearless mindset throughout the day, strictly adhering to truth and righteous conduct.
Activates personal power and self-esteem.
Destroys psychological blocks and anxiety.
Grants victory in legal and righteous battles.
The fierce, protective nature of Maa Chandraghanta perfectly aligns with the Stambhana (paralyzing) energy of Maa Baglamukhi worshipped at Nalkheda.
Devotees facing severe enmity, court cases, or hidden fears often book specialized Pujas during this day to invoke the ultimate protective shield of the Divine Mother.
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