Navratri 2023 Day 6 : Maa Katyayani

Navratri is a Hindu festival that spans nine nights and celebrates the various forms of the goddess Durga. Each day of Navratri is dedicated to a different form of the goddess, and on the sixth day, the goddess Katyayani is worshiped.

Here is the story of Maa Katyayani:

Origin of Maa Katyayani:

Maa Katyayani is one of the fierce forms of the goddess Durga. She is associated with intense love and courage and is believed to have manifested to destroy the demon Mahishasura. The name "Katyayani" is derived from the great sage Katyayana, who performed intense penance to seek the divine mother's blessing in the form of a daughter.

Story of Maa Katyayani:

According to Hindu mythology, there was once a powerful sage named Katyayana, who desired the goddess Durga as his daughter. He undertook a rigorous penance to please the divine mother. Impressed by his devotion and determination, Durga granted his wish and was born as his daughter.

Katyayani grew up to be a fierce and strong-willed goddess, embodying the qualities needed to combat the demon Mahishasura, who was causing havoc in the world. She had a radiant and formidable appearance, riding a lion, and holding various weapons in her multiple hands.

Maa Katyayani engaged in a fierce battle with Mahishasura, which lasted for nine days and nights. On the tenth day, she ultimately vanquished the demon, symbolizing the victory of good over evil. This triumph is celebrated during the festival of Navratri, which lasts for nine nights, culminating in the festival of Vijayadashami or Dussehra.

Navratri Day 6 colour

The colour of the sixth day of Navratri is green, which represents harmony and growth. It also represents nature, fertility and peace. On this day, wearing green represents Katyayani's protection, bravery and well-being. On this day, wear green and pray to the Goddess to grant you serenity.

Katyayani Mantra

1. ॐ देवी कात्यायन्यै नमः॥

Om Devi Katyayani Namaha॥

Maa Katyayani Beej Mantra