History and importance of Shardia Navratri 2025: In the two Navratris celebrated in India, Shardia Navratri has the greatest significance. It is also known as Maha Navratri due to its deep spiritual, cultural and religious significance. The word Shardia itself is derived from the season of Sharad, falling in the Chandra month of Ashwin during Sharad Ritu (Autumn).
This festival celebrated in September or October is a symbol of the victory of good over evil, concluding the tenth day in Dussehra (Vijaya Dashami). It is believed that during this period, Goddess Durga defeated Mahishasura, who embodied the victory of religion (righteousness) over unrighteousness (evil).
Nine nights of divine woman
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Each of the nine days is dedicated to a different form of Goddess Durga, which is collectively distinguished as Navdurgas:
Mother Shellputry: Signs of strength and nature
Mother Brahmacharini: Antar of penance and devotion
Mother Chandraghant: Goddess of courage and peace
Maa Kushmanda: Source of creation and cosmic energy
Mother Skandamata: Motherhood and compassion representation
Mother Katyani: Fierce warrior goddess
Mother Kalari: Darkness
Maa Mahagauri: Goddess of purity and peace
Mother Siddhidati: Best of knowledge, knowledge and success
Each form indicates those qualities that inspire devotees to cultivate courage, knowledge, compassion and flexibility in their lives.
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Rituals and traditions of Navratri
Devotees follow fasting, prayer and rituals during these nine days to implement the blessings of the goddess. Each day, a special offer (offering) is dedicated to the related form of Durga, which is a symbol of gratitude and devotion. From jaggery to coconut, these prasad holds both spiritual and cultural meanings, it is believed that prosperity and divine blessings bring.
In Maharashtra and Gujarat, women especially follow the tradition of wearing nine different colors in nine days, each color is connected to the ruling planet of that day (Navagaraha). This vibrant tradition not only adds to festive attraction, but also shows the cosmic relationship between planets and divine energies.
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Spiritual meaning of Navratri
At its core, Navratri is more than just one festival, it is a spiritual journey of internal awakening. Every night represents the victory of high consciousness over negativity, guiding devotees to self-discipline, devotion and clarity. Honoring the nine forms of power, devotees are reminded of nurturing infinite power and the energy of the divine woman, which encourages them to adopt these values ​​in their daily lives.
Closing with Vijayadashami
On the tenth day, the festival ends with Vijayadashami or Dussehra, which marks the victory of good over evil. While it recalls the victory of Mother Durga over Mahishasura, it also aligns with Lord Rama’s victory over Ravana, combining layers of cultural and mythological importance.
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