Maa Chandraghanta is ready for war with all her weapons. Though the Goddess is known to be ruthless towards demons and enemies, she is extremely compassionate towards her devotees. It is believed that the sound of the moon bell on her forehead expels all the spirits away from her devotees. According to legends, during her battle with demons, the sound produced by her bell sent thousands of wicked demons to the abode of God of Death.
Navratri Day 3 Significance:
Maa Chandraghanta is known for destroying the foes of her devotees. Moreover, her blessings can eliminate all the sins, sufferings and negative vibes from her devotees’ lives. The Goddess is also known to govern the planet Shukra and helps maintain harmony in everyone’s life.
Navratri Day 3 Puja Vidhi and Samagri:
On Day 3, devotees should get up early, take a bath and wear clean new clothes. Place the idol of the Goddess on a chowki or your puja sthaan and bathe it with Kesar, Ganga Jal, and Kewra. Then, dress the Goddess in gold-coloured clothes and offer her yellow flowers, Jasmine, panchamrit and mishri. A special bhog of kheer is also offered to Maa Chandraghanta.
Navratri Day 3 Colour:
The color of the third day of Navratri is Royal Blue. This bright shade symbolizes richness and serenity.
Maa Chandraghanta Bhog:
Devotees seek the blessings of Maa Chandraghanta, the avatar of Goddess Durga worshipped on the third day of Navratri, by offering her kheer as prasad.
Maa Chandraghanta Mantra, Prarthana and Stuti:
1) Om Devi Chandraghantayai Namah
2) Pindaja Pravararudha Chandakopastrakairyuta
Prasadam Tanute Mahyam Chandraghanteti Vishruta
3) Ya Devi Sarvabhuteshu Maa Chandraghanta Rupena Samsthita
Namastasyai Namastasyai Namastasyai Namo Namah
