Hindu Festival- Navaratri Flashcards
When does Navaratri take place?
In the month of Ashvin - September to November
What does Navaratri Celebrate ?
The nine forms of Shakti/Devi and the deity Durga who represents motherhood
How long does Navaratri last?
Nine nights. It’s name means nine nights
What deity is worshipped?
It focuses on the mother goddess, who is worshipped primarily in the form of Durga, who is a form of Shiva’s consort Pavarati
What happens during Navaratri?
On each night worshippers visit a mandir and dance around a shrine
They say prayers for health and prosperity
They may fast, which is only eating fruit and sweet foods made with milk
During festival Some worshippers perform a variety of dances, some using sticks
What happens on the 10th day of festival of Navaratri?
Festival of Desera and marks the triumph of good over evil
What is the importance of Navaratri festival to Hindu’s?
Religious and moral meaning
