Welcome to the #NavratriHoppers Party Train – We are a group of Bloggers celebrating Navratri together – Come join us on our blogs and on instagram and twitter as we gear up for the Festival and celebrate all nine days of Navratri!
I would like to thank Firdaus for an interesting article about Pre-Navratri Care which you can check out here. You can also find her on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Navratri is the festival invoking and celebrating the blessings of the Goddess 'Shakti' – The power of the Goddess is all-pervading, all powerful and believed to be able to remove even the most obstinate, difficult problems.
The significance of Navratri is much more than just worshiping the nine forms of Goddess Parvati, Goddess Lakshmi and Goddess Saraswati and the symbolism of Victory over Evil.
It is the time of the change in the seasons, which are dependent on the direction of the Sun's movement.
One, where the Sun appears to move southward of the Equator. The intensity of the Sun is not harsh and there is moisture in the environment. This signifies the onset of Winter.
The second, when the Sun appears to move northward, and the Sun's rays are intense and the weather is dry.This signifies the onset of Summer.
At this time, the two seasons combine, and the Human body becomes more prone to illnesses and diseases as there is less resistance both physically and mentally.
During this transition, we take special & specific food and remedial measures to help ease the transition of the seasons on our bodies.
It is also the period when the different forms of the Goddesses are worshipped on each of the nine days of Navratri to protect the individual from possible problems (possibly indicated in their horoscope) (more on this in Part 2 in this Festival Series).
Each of the Nine Goddess Forms have a significance, and a deeper philosophy that they manifest (more on this in Part 4).
During the 9 days of Navratri – Durga Navmi – the Power of the Goddess, the power of the Divine Feminie is celebrated as the light of the moon grows brighter.
The next three days are dedicated to the Goddess Lakshmi (Laxmi) – The bestower of earthly comforts.
The last three days to the Goddess Saraswati – The bestower of knowledge.
Part 2 about the Form of THE GODDESS to be worshiped on each day of Navratri and their associations.
Part 4 about the 9 forms of THE GODDESS & a deeper look at the philosophy of the Goddess, and perhaps a story or two.
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You can read about the Chaitra Navratra and other Festivals here.
I am happy to introduce you to Amreen, A #NavratriHoppers & Versatile Blogger.
Update: Team Isheeria is taking inspiration from Amreen's Post for this Navratri – keep an eye on our Instagram stream to see the results!
Thanks 🙂 glad you enjoyed the series.
Very informative post, Ishi. Looking forward to the rest of them.
Thank you for your appreciation Harpreet 🙂 so glad you enjoyed this post.
Wow loved to read the story , i am sharing this with my little one. he will be surprised with mumma knowledge!!!!
Very informative post Isheria, I love the detailing you have done here.
Thank you Menaka for visiting & your words of appreciation.
This is interesing. Did not know that Navratri has effect on Astrology too. Waiting to read the next part.
Thank you for visiting. so glad you enoyed the series.
Very interesting post. waiting for next one to know about different Goddesses.
Thank you 🙂 so glad you enjoyed the series.
Thank you 🙂 Your feedback is very encouraging.
I hardly knew these information about Navratri… Thnx for sharing this..
Thank you for visiting 🙂 So glad you found the post to be useful.
Such an informative post. Really never know all these.thanks for sharing.
Thanks Papri 🙂 so glad you liked the post.
A must read post who follow the festival religiously. Thank you very much for this wonerful post.
Some really insightful information you shared here in relation to Navratri. thank you so much.
This is enlightening. I was unaware of the details about why Navratri is celebrated. Glad you shared.
Such Amazing information Ishita. We are so ignorant towards so many important things in our life. I am happy to have stumbled upon your blog and read all this.
hey, great info, didnt know about the physiological impact on the body..
This is an awesome blog train. i love festivals, prayers and celebrations always. Your post made me to look forward for Navarathri Pooja. Wonderful post, indeed. happy to connect with you for #MyFriendAlexa !!!
I am looking forward to the entire series. I loved this post. Its always good to learn more.
I hope I get enlightened through this Navratri special series .
Thanks for updating me with lot of unknown facts about Navarathri. I get over excited during the time of Navarathri. South people celebrate it by arranging Golu at home.
This was interesting. I didn't know the three goddesses divide Navaratri between them.
Wow! What a concept! And whatte beginning. Looking forward to more informative posts like these.
Looking forward to tne next post , to find out more about Navratri and its relevance.
I fast regularly during Navratras and there is sort of attachment made with all the Goddesses during the years. I am one step ahead after I read about the moon movements along with Navratras. I am eager to read all other posts.
Your post is so informative and interesting!!
Its interesting to know about Navratri significance.We celebrate Durga puja on certain days and laxmi puja too .But didnt know about the other detaila.
This is a good way to celebrate the Festival through blogs.
I knew part of it, but not all of it. 🙂 Didn't know that the 9 days were divided between the three Goddesses. Hope to come read the rest of your series to know even more. Life has been hectic lately.
Informative post about significance of celebrating Navaratri. Now I understand why 9 days.
Your posts are so informative and helpful! Thanks for sharing this valuable info!
This looks very interesting. Navratri is my favourite time of the year as ts celebrations and festival time all around. The navratri train looks like fun.
Every time I visit your blog, there's something so new and fantastic to learn. There is always a co-relation between our festivals, seasons and diet. So scientific, if we but pay deep attention to these facts. I look forward to knowing more about Navratri through your blog.
Good luck Ishieta and happy blogging!
Didn't knew any of these. Thanks for sharing.
That's an informative post here, lot's of details I wasn't aware before. Lovely initiative.
That's an interesting information about the festival. I did not know about it until now.
This is interesting. I did not knew few things mentioned about Navratri.Its great that you shared this.