Navratri 8th Day: The eighth day of Navratri, also known as Durga Ashtami, is dedicated to Maa Mahagauri, the eighth form of Goddess Durga. Devotees believe that worshiping Maa Mahagauri brings marital bliss, prosperity in business, and overall happiness. It is widely held that the blessings of this divine mother can alleviate the suffering of her devotees and turn the impossible into possible.
Navratri 8th Day Colour 2024
Pink Colour
Maa Mahagauri’s Favorite Flower and Offerings
The favorite flower of Maa Mahagauri is Mogra. Devotees are encouraged to offer this flower at her feet for her blessings. Additionally, coconut sweets and laddoos are traditional offerings, as coconut is considered a favorite delicacy of the goddess.
Auspicious Timing for Worship
According to the Vedic calendar, the auspicious time for worshiping Maa Mahagauri falls between 11:45 AM and 12:30 PM. Performing rituals during this period is believed to yield the most favorable results.
Significance of Worship
The worship of Maa Mahagauri is said to fulfill all wishes and remove all ailments and obstacles. Those seeking marital harmony, financial growth, and general prosperity find special favor in her blessings. Additionally, this form of the goddess is believed to help eliminate obstacles in marriage.
Puja Vidhi for Durga Ashtami
- After bathing in the morning, devotees should wear white clothing.
- Clean the idol of Maa Mahagauri with holy water (Ganga Jal).
- Offer white flowers, light a ghee lamp, and apply kumkum tilak while offering Panchmeva (a mixture of five dried fruits).
- Recite the story of Maa Mahagauri and perform her Aarti.
- Conduct a Havan (sacred fire ritual) and participate in Kanya Poojan (worship of young girls) along with food offerings.
Mahagauri’s Mantra
“Sarva Mangala Mangalye, Shive Sarvārtha Sādhike,
Sharaṇye Tryambake Gauri, Nārāyaṇi Namostu Te.”
Maa Mahagauri Aarti In English Lyrics
Maa Mahagauri Aarti
Jai Mahagauri jagat ki maya.
Jai Uma Bhavani jai Mahamaya.
Haridwar Kanakhal ke pasa.
Mahagauri tera wahan niwas.
Chandrakali aur Mamta Ambe.
Jai Shakti jai jai Maa Jagdambe.
Bhimadevi Vimla Mata.
Kaushik Devi Jag Vikhyata.
Himachal ke ghar Gauri roop tera.
Mahakali Durga hai swaroop tera.
Sati (Sat) havan kund mein tha jalaya.
Usi dhuein ne roop kali banaya.
Bana Dharm Singh jo sawari mein aaya.
To Shankar ne trishul apna dikhaya.
Tabhi Maa ne Mahagauri naam paya.
Sharan aane wale ka sankat mitaya.
Shanivaar ko teri pooja jo karta.
Maa bigda hua kaam uska sudharta.
