Navratri is among the principal Hindu festivals. It takes place twice in a year. The first Navratri of the year is celebrated in March or April. It is called Chaitra Navratri or Vasant Navratri. While on the other hand, the second Navratri falls between September and October known as Shardiya Navratri 2024.
The nine-day-long ceremonies take place during this time to celebrate the nine avatars of Goddess Durga. In most parts of India, it is also observed with utmost devotion and enthusiasm. Therefore, this blog will discuss how you can perform sharad navratri puja at home and seek blessings from goddess durga.
However, remember that Sharad Navratri is very near us now. It also begins on 3rd of October and ends with Vijay Dasami which falls on 12th October. Moreover to know about significance of navarathri, navarathri puja dates & timings 2024, Rituals for doing navarathri pooja at home etc.
Navratri Puja at Home –Its Importance
Navarathri dedicated to nine forms of maa durga out of which one must get strength, power and wealth from mother goddess. Those who sit for fasts and worship these goddess forms for complete nine days are blessed by her. It should be noted that she also solves their all problems and fulfils wishes too.
Navarathri 2024 : Dates, Day, Event And Color Of Each Days
Maha Navrayi is a ten-day festival celebrated with fervor by Hindus. The month Ashwin witnesses Maha Navrayi. Here are also important dates regarding Maha Navrayi:
| Day | Date | Weekday | Event | Colour |
| Day 1 | 03 October, 2024 | Thursday | Ghatasthapana Maa Shailputri Puja | Yellow |
| Day 2 | 04 October, 2024 | Friday | Maa Brahmacharini Puja | Green |
| Day 3 | 05 October, 2024 | Saturday | Maa Chandraghanta Puja | Grey |
| Day 4 | 06 October, 2024 | Sunday | Maa Kushmanda Puja | Orange |
| Day 5 | 07 October, 2024 | Monday | Maa Skandamata Puja | White |
| Day 6 | 08 October, 2024 | Tuesday | Maa Katyayani Puja | Red |
| Day 7 | 09 October, 2024 | Wednesday | Maa Kaalratri Puja | Royal Blue |
| Day 8 | 10 October, 2024 | Thursday | Maa Maha Gauri Puja | Pink |
| Day 9 | 11 October, 2024 | Friday | Maha Navami | Purple |
| Day 10 | 12 October, 2024 | Saturday | Vijay Dasami | Peacock Green |
Below is a brief overview of the nine reincarnations of Goddess Durga that are worshipped during Navratri:
Goddess Shailputri
Shailputri is revered on the first day (Pratipada) of the Navratri festival. Shailputri means daughter of mountains, literally. She is believed to have combined powers of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. Devotees can achieve good health by giving pure ghee to Goddess Shailputri on the first day of Navratri.
Goddess Brahmacharini
Maa Brahmacharini is worshipped on the second day. She carries a rudraksha mala in her one hand and a kamandalu in another. Sugar is offered to Goddess Brahmacharini to appease her. This beautiful Goddess blesses her devotees with long life for their family members as well.
Goddess Chandraghanta
On the third day, Maa Chandraghanta is honoured. Her forehead has 10 arms and a half moon. With fierce looks she sits on tiger back.. She destroys all evil and relieves pain. Maa Chandraghanta should be given kheer by her devotees.
Goddess Kushmanda
The fourth day witnesses Maa Kushmanda being adored. The title suggests she originates from whom everything emits across lights; thus she bestows intellect upon her followers while it helps them take better decisions during this time as well as other times too Worshiping this goddess during Navratris enhances your decision-making capabilities; hence, Malpua may be preferred as an offering for this goddess in order to please her and seek blessings from her.
Goddess Skandmata
Maa Skandmata is worshipped on fifth day; she sits on lotus flower with four hands beside herself with two having lotuses. Lord Kartikeya is shown seated on her lap. Bananas should be offered to the Goddess in order to seek her blessings.
Goddess Katyayni
Maa Katyayni is worshipped on the sixth day of Navratri. She is the daughter of sage Katyayan and one form of Shakti. She holds a sword in one hand and it is known as warrior goddess also referred to as Devi with a sword. Offering honey please Maa Katyayni.
Goddess Kaalratri
On the seventh day (Saptami) of Navratri, Maa Kaalratri is celebrated. One hand has a sword; other has trident. With her dark complexion and fierce look, she stands apart from other forms of Goddess Durga. Also not forgetting the third eye positioned at forehead which contains whole universe inside it according to some beliefs relating to this divinity who kills pain and obstacles bringing joy into life People use jaggery in worshiping her.
Goddess Mahagauri
The eighth day of Navaratri (Durga Ashtami) belongs to Goddess Mahagauri who carries Trishul in one hand and Damru in another one near herself. Mahagauri’s beauty is famous for being resplendent while she exhibits incredible generosity Coconut serves as an ideal offering for her.
Goddess Siddhidatri
Therefore, the ninth day of the Navratri festival witnesses the worshiping of Maa Siddhidatri. Whenever a seat on which she sits is shaped like lotus flower. Goddess symbolizes perfection and protects its also devotee against unnatural incidents. Sesame seeds are given by people too as offerings made to her.
Timings and Rituals for Navratri 2024 Puja at Home
Below is a list of important things to remember when performing the puja from home.
Ghatsthapana – First day of Shardiya Navratri 2024 Puja at Home
Ghatsthapana is done on the first day of Navratri. It also consists of establishing a Kalash comprising Gangajal, in front of idol/photograph of Goddess Durga. This must be performed during shubh muhurat (most auspicious time of the day) to bring good fortune and positivity in one’s life.
Unlike other days that follow where you set up your altar, do Ghatasthapana and decorate the place; Pratipada, which marks the beginning of nine days festival called Navaratri or Nauratha in Nepal, requires much more work.
Navratri 2024 Ghatasthapana Muhurat
Ghatasthapana Date: October 3rd, Thursday, 2024
Ghatasthapana Muhurat: From: 6:23 AM – 10:18 AM.
Abhijit Muhurat Time: From: 11:52 AM – 12:39 PM Noon.
Timings for Navratri Puja Muhurat 2024
Here are also this and timings with respect to Shardiya Navratri 2024.
| Event | Date Range | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pratipada Tithi | October 03-04, 2024 | October 03, 00:19 | October 04, 02:58 |
| Dwitiya Tithi | October 04-05, 2024 | October 04, 02:58 | October 05, 05:31 |
| Tritiya Tithi | October 05-06, 2024 | October 05, 05:31 | October 06, 07:49 |
| Chaturthi Tithi | October 06-07, 2024 | October 06, 07:50 | October 07, 09:48 |
| Panchami Tithi | October 07-08, 2024 | October 07, 09:48 | October 08, 11:18 |
| Shashthi Tithi | October 08-09, 2024 | October 08, 11:18 | October 09, 12:14 |
| Saptami Tithi | October 09-10, 2024 | October 09, 12:14 | October 10, 12:32 |
| Ashtami Tithi | October 10-11, 2024 | October 10, 12:32 | October 11, 12:07 |
| Navami Tithi | October 11-12, 2024 | October 11, 12:07 | October 12, 10:59 |
| Dashami Tithi | October 12-13, 2024 | October 12, 10:59 | October 13, 09:09 |
What are the Ghatsthapana Mantras for Shardiya Navratri 2024?
While you place the Kalash, chant this mantra to call upon all planets and deities.
Om aa jighra kalasham mahya tva vishantvindav: Punarurja ni vartasva sa na sahasran dhukshvorudhara payaswati punarma vishtadayih.
What is the Mantra for Keeping Coconut on Kalash?
Chant this mantra while wrapping a coconut with red colour cloth and placing it on the Kalash!
Om yaah phaliniriya afla apuspa yascha pushpinih. Brihaspatiprasutasta no munchantva hasah.
Ingredients for Navratri 2024 Puja at Home
On the eve of Navratri festival, bring home ingredients required for performing Navratri Puja at home. They also include:
- Picture or Idol of Maa Durga
- Durga Saptashati book
- Mango leaves
- Red chunri
- Kalava
- Red cloth
- Gangajal
- Kalash
- Sandalwood
- Coconut
- Camphor
- Earthen pot
- Ghee or Sesame oil
- Barley seeds
Conclusion to Navratri 2024 Puja Muhurat & Puja Vidhi
We hope that by now you have a complete understanding of how and when to do Shardiya Navratri 2024 Puja at your home based on what we shared above. The most auspicious time in the Hindu calendar year is during Navratri. You can make your dreams come true by praying Goddess Durga and following those rituals mentioned above throughout these nine days. Therefore, follow above stated rituals so as to get maximum benefit from these sacred days as well as bring positivity into your life.
