Navratri Sadhana Day 6: Goddess Katyayani

The Warrior of Righteousness

Who is Goddess Katyayani?

Goddess Katyayani is depicted with four arms, each wielding a weapon, and riding a majestic lion. This form of Goddess Durga is associated with the fierce battle against the demon Mahishasura, embodying the triumph of good over evil.

Symbolism and Significance

Worshipping Katyayani is believed to remove obstacles and bring victory in one’s endeavors. She symbolizes the strength to fight injustice and the power to protect righteousness and peace.

Celebrating Goddess Katyayani

Devotees perform pujas and offer prayers to Goddess Katyayani, often dressing in red, a color signifying passion and power. The day is marked with devotion and the chanting of mantras.

Guidelines for Sixth Day Sadhana: Sri Devi Katyayani

•Do It everyday at same place and same time

• Sit on a woollen mat (you can also use chair but keep woolen mat below your feet) in a quiet place in a comfortable position with spine kept straight and facing east or north for the meditation.

• Chant OM Nine times to balance you energy centers in the body

• Do deep breathing for 3–5 minutes

• Imagine divine mother Durga at your Ajna Chakra (in between the eyebrows) and worship mentally by offering flowers while chanting mantra. Chant the mantra for 108 times or 15- 30 min as given below:

“Om Hreem shreem Katyayani Durgaaye namaha Om Hreem Dum Durgaaye namaha”

ॐ ह्रीं श्रीं कात्यायनी दुर्गायै नमः ॐ ह्रीं दुं दुर्गायै नमः

Devi Reflections:

In today’s world, Goddess Katyayani inspires us to stand against injustice and fight for what is right. She embodies the empowerment and resilience of the feminine spirit.

Invoke courage and determination with the fierce warrior Goddess.”
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