Navratri Day 6: On the sixth day of Navratri, we worship Goddess Katyayani, the sixth incarnation of Goddess Durga. Goddess Katyayani is considered one of the most potent forms of Durga, symbolizing strength, courage, and the power to vanquish evil. Her name is derived from the sage Katyayan, who prayed for her manifestation to destroy the demon Mahishasura. In response to his devotion, Goddess Durga took the form of Katyayani to rid the world of the demon’s tyranny.

Goddess Katyayani Significance

Goddess Katyayani is depicted as a warrior goddess with a fierce and resolute expression. She rides a lion and carries weapons such as a sword, spear, and trident. Her appearance represents the fierce and protective aspect of femininity, empowering her devotees to stand strong in the face of adversity. She is often shown with four hands, one holding a sword, one holding a lotus, and two in blessing gestures.

Worshiping Goddess Katyayani on the sixth day is believed to invoke strength, power, and protection. She is associated with the victory of good over evil, and devotees pray to her for help in overcoming obstacles, fear, and challenges in their lives. Her blessings are also believed to bring emotional balance and spiritual growth, helping individuals on their path to self-realization and inner peace.

How to offer prayers?

Devotees observe fasts and offer prayers, chanting mantras like “Om Katyayanai Namah,” to seek Goddess Katyayani’s divine intervention. It is said that her blessings help remove negative energies and bring about positive changes, enabling her followers to overcome difficulties and emerge victorious in their personal and spiritual battles. Worshiping her on the sixth day of Navratri is a way to invoke her divine strength and protection for a bright and prosperous future.