6th Day Of Navratri: The sixth day of Shardiya Navratri 2024 is dedicated to Maa Katyayani, the sixth form of Goddess Durga. In this form, she blesses her devotees with victory over enemies. According to mythology, Maa Katyayani was born in the ashram of Sage Katyayan, which is how she received her name. Worshipping Maa Katyayani is considered highly effective for early marriage, happiness in marital life, and overcoming enemies. She is also regarded as the presiding deity of Brajmandal, and it is believed that her blessings help devotees find a desired life partner.
Auspicious Time for Maa Katyayani Puja (Shubh Muhurat)
As per the Vedic Panchang, the auspicious time to perform the Maa Katyayani Puja on the sixth day of Navratri is between 11:40 AM and 12:30 PM. Worshipping the Goddess during this time is considered highly beneficial.
Puja Vidhi for Maa Katyayani (Maa Katyayani Puja Vidhi)
To perform the puja on the sixth day of Navratri, devotees should wake up early, take a bath, and clean the place of worship. After performing the Kalash Puja, take a flower in your hand, meditate on Maa Durga and Maa Katyayani, and offer the flower at her feet. Following this, devotees should offer Akshat (rice), Kumkum (vermilion), flowers, and Solah Shringar (16 traditional adornments) to the Goddess. Offer honey and sweets, which are dear to her, as bhog (offering). Conclude the puja by offering water to the Goddess and reciting the Durga Chalisa or passages from the Durga Saptashati.
Maa Katyayani Bhog
For the bhog (offering), devotees should offer honey or sweets made with honey, such as halwa, to Maa Katyayani. According to religious beliefs, this enhances beauty, brings sweetness to marital life, and increases wealth and prosperity.
Maa Katyayani Favourite Colour
The favorite color of Maa Katyayani is red, which symbolizes courage and strength. Wearing red on this day is considered extremely auspicious, as it represents the powerful energy and valor of the Goddess.
Maa Katyayani Mantra In English
- Om Devi Katyayanyai Namah
- Ya Devi Sarvabhuteshu Maa Katyayani Rupena Samsthita। Namastasyai Namastasyai Namastasyai Namo Namah
- Chandrahsojjvalakara Shardulavara Vahana। Katyayani Shubham Dadyad Devi Danavghatini
- Vande Vanchhita Manorathartha Chandrardhakrita Shekharam। Simharudha Chaturbhuja Katyayani Yashasvinim
- Om Kleem Katyayani Mahamaye Mahayoginyadhishwari। Nanda Gopa Sutam Devi Patim Me Kurute Namah Kleem Om
Devi Katyayani Aarti In English
Jai Jai Ambe Jai Katyayani,
Jai Jagmata Jag Ki Mai.
Jai Jai Ambe Jai Katyayani,
Jai Jagmata Jag Ki Mai.
Brahma Vishnu Shiv Ki Mata,
Vishwa Vinayak Vishwa Dhata.
Jai Jai Ambe Jai Katyayani,
Jai Jagmata Jag Ki Mai.
Skandamata Tu Jag Daati,
Santaan Sukh Prabhu Se Dilwati.
Jo Koi Tujhe Dhyata Mata,
Riddhi-Siddhi Dhan Vaibhav Pata.
Jai Jai Ambe Jai Katyayani,
Jai Jagmata Jag Ki Mai.
Tu Hi Ram Ki Priya Sita,
Tu Hi Radha Pyari Reeta.
Tu Hi Jag Ki Jagdamba,
Tu Hi Hai Sankat Haramba.
Jai Jai Ambe Jai Katyayani,
Jai Jagmata Jag Ki Mai.
Tera Swaroop Hai Atibhari,
Jo Hai Sab Dukhon Ki Haari.
Mahishasur Mardini Naam Tera,
Jise Puje Nar Aur Naari Saara.
Jai Jai Ambe Jai Katyayani,
Jai Jagmata Jag Ki Mai.
Lakshmi Roop Hai Tera Saara,
Jag Mein Tu Hi Hai Sahara.
Tera Mandir Bahut Suhata,
Jag Ka Har Prani Sheesh Jhukata.
Jai Jai Ambe Jai Katyayani,
Jai Jagmata Jag Ki Mai.
Tera Vaibhav Jag Mein Chhaya,
Tu Hi Jeevan Mein Hai Maya.
Har Mandir Mein Tera Vasa,
Har Jagah Mein Tera Vasa.
Jai Jai Ambe Jai Katyayani,
Jai Jagmata Jag Ki Mai.
