The Divine Glory of Navaratri

This entire Creation has emanated from Divine Mother Herself, and She is constantly protecting Her creation with the utmost motherly care and affection. At all times, Her heart is overflowing with a cosmic flood of compassionate love for all beings, who are Her very own children. During special times, however, Her love and blessings are uniquely available to the world. The most special time in the entire year for seeking Mother’s blessing is known as “Navaratri.”

During Navaratri, Devi is worshipped in Her three main forms as Sri Saraswati, Sri Lakshmi Devi, and Sri Durga Devi, also known as Sri Mahishasura Mardini. All three major forms of Divine Mother bestow their most abundant grace during Navaratri. Thus, any meritorious acts performed during Navaratri bring every kind of blessing, including true devotion, spiritual wisdom, divine protection, inner peace, and radiant energy.

In Sanatana Dharma, all festival dates are calculated according to the lunar calendar, usually falling between mid-September to mid- October.

Sadhana Helps Us to Receive Navaratri Blessings in Abundance

In order to receive the all-auspicious Navaratri blessings, it is very important to perform sadhana (spiritual practices). The spiritual practices that we do during Navaratri give us the benefits of millions of such practices done at other times of the year. This time offers us the chance to purify the negative karma of millions of lifetimes, such that tremendous progress can be achieved in a few short days. That is the glory and majesty of Navaratri, and it is a precious boon from Divine Mother.

There are actually many ways to benefit from the profound spiritual energy of Navaratri. Over the years, our beloved Amma has given much advice about what one should do during Navaratri, so that we can benefit fully from the powerful energy. Any of the practices recommended by Amma are suitable, including meditation, mantra japa, puja, or recitation of stotras and suktas. Although any practices recommended by Amma would be good, prominence is generally given to Devi mantras during Navaratri. Please follow the links below to explore the possibilities for performing sadhana during the most auspicious time of Navaratri.

General Guidelines for Sadhana

Specific Practice Recommendations

Special Days During Navaratri

Let Us All Pray for Universal Welfare

This Navaratri, it is hoped that all of Amma’s children will be able to observe Navaratri in some way, no matter how small or simple. Even if only one mantra can be chanted, that mantra will yield the benefits of millions of mantras chanted at other times. That single Devi mantra will ensure the eternal welfare of the devotee.

As we all know, humanity is facing many difficulties at this time, and Mother Earth is crying out for relief. Many natural disasters have taken place, and more are likely to occur. Amma has been providing this advice regarding Navaratri sadhana so that all of her children can contribute to the cause of viswa shanti and viswa kalyanam--universal peace and well-being. Let us all join together in worship of Divine Mother and take full advantage of the sacred time of Navaratri, bringing untold spiritual benefit to ourselves, our families, and to the entire world.

 

Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu

May All Beings Be Happy

Om Shantih Shantih Shantihi

May All Be in Peace