Navratri 2024 Colours for 9 Days to Wear: Know the Colour Chart, Its Significance and 9 Forms of Goddess Durga Worshipped During Sharad Navratri in October
During Navratri, many devotees associate each nine days with specific colours. Wearing the right colour each day of the nine-day festival is believed to bring good fortune, positivity and blessings from Goddess Durga.
Navratri is considered one of the most significant and widely celebrated Hindu festivals. Sharad Navratri is just around the corner, and itās a time of devotion, joy and tradition. Navratri is derived from the Sanskrit word ānavaā, meaning nine, and āratriā, meaning night. Navratri spans nine days and nine different incarnations of Maa Durga are worshipped on each day. Navratri is celebrated twice a year ā Chaitra Navratri in the spring and Sharad Navratri in the autumn-winter. Sharad Navratri 2024 starts on October 3 and ends on October 12. During Navratri, many devotees associate each nine days with specific colours. Wearing the right colour each day of the nine-day festival is believed to bring good fortune, positivity and blessings from Goddess Durga. In this article, weāll learn about specific colours associated with each nine days.
Sharad Navratri Nine Days Colourwise
In Maharashtra and Gujarat, men and women wear nine different colours on each day of the nine-day Navratri as part of the festivity. Here are nine different colours associated with the nine days of Navratri, their significance, and the names of each Maa Durga incarnation worshipped on each of the nine days.Ā Durga Puja 2024 Date in India: When Is Mahalaya, Subho Sasthi, Maha Saptami, Durga Ashtami, Maha Navami and Vijayadashami? Get Full Calendar To Celebrate Maa Durga Festival.
How Are Navratri Colours Decided
It is quite interesting how these 9 colours are decided for the celebration of the Navratri festival. It usually depends on which day the nine-day festival commences. This year, Navratri starts on October 3, which falls on Thursday. Yellow colour is associated with Thursday and Jupiter planet and is considered highly auspicious. Then, the rest of the colour cycle follows per day and planet.
Navratri Day 1 (October 3, Thursday) - Yellow Colour
On this day, Goddess Shailaputri is worshipped. She is known as the Goddess of courage and strength. The colour for Navratri 2024 Day 1 is yellow. Perform puja and worship the Goddess by wearing yellow colour outfits.Ā Navratri Day 1 Colour 2024 Inspiration: Rashami Desai Flaunts Her 'Desi' Look in Bright Yellow Sharara As October Navratri Gets Closer (View Pics).
Navratri Day 2 (October 4) -Ā Green Colour
On the second day of Navratri, devotees worship Goddess Brahmacharini, who represents purity and devotion.Ā The colour for Navratri 2024 Day 2 is green.Ā ItĀ is the perfect colour to signify balance and new beginnings as devotees continue their prayers to the Goddess.
Navratri Day 3 (October 5) -Ā Grey Colour
Goddess Chandraghanta is worshipped on the third day and she represents peace and serenity.Ā Grey is a neutral colour for Navratri 2024 Day 3, symbolising tranquillity and calmness.
Navratri Day 4 (October 6) -Ā Orange Colour
On this day, Goddess Kushmanda is worshipped, and the colour for Navratri Day 4 is orange. Goddess Kushmanda is considered the source of all creation and bestows prosperity upon her devotees.
Navratri Day 5 (October 7) - White Colour
The fifth day of Navratri is dedicated to Goddess Skandamata, the mother of Lord Skanda. The colour for Navratri 2024 Day 5 is white. Wearing white reflects the devoteeās pure devotion and is believed to bring inner peace and clarity of mind.
Navratri Day 6 (October 8) - Red Colour
Goddess Katyayani, the epitome of strength and courage, is worshipped on the sixth day.Ā Red is the colour for Day 6 on Navratri 2024, representing strength, courage, and passion.
Navratri Day 7 (October 9) - Royal Blue Colour
Kalaratri is the fierce and powerful form of Goddess Durga, and she is worshipped on the seventh day. The colour for Navratri 2024 Day 7 is royal blue. WearingĀ the colour is believed to attract prosperity and success while reflecting a calm, composed persona.
Navratri Day 8 (October 10) - Pink Colour
On the eighth day, Goddess Mahagauri, the epitome of beauty and grace, is worshipped. Pink is the colour for Day 8 on Navratri 2024. The colour symbolises love and compassion.
Navratri Day 9 (October 11) - Purple Colour
On the last and final day, Goddess Siddhidatri, the bestower of wisdom and knowledge, is worshipped. The colour for Navratri 2024 Day 9 is purple. The colour is often associated with mysticism and wisdom, making it perfect for the final day of devotion.
Day 10 (October 12)
Vijayadashami or Dusshera is the day when Maa Durga idols are immersed in the Ganga or waterbodies, marking her return to her celestial abode.
Navratri 2024 is a festival and a spiritual journey of self-discovery, empowernment and devotion. By honouring the nine forms of Goddess Durga and embracing the different colours on the nine days of Navratri, devotees can experience both inner transformation and divine blessings.
(Disclaimer: The information provided here is based on beliefs and legends only. Before applying any information in real life, consult the concerned expert.)
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