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Noopur Kumari

Why Is Maa Chandraghanta Worshipped on Day 3 of Navratri?

Why does Navratri move from Maa Shailputri to Maa Brahmacharini and then to Maa Chandraghanta on the third day? This sequence is not just a list of goddesses. In the tradition of Navadurga, each form carries a distinct spiritual meaning. Maa Chandraghanta represents the moment when devotion and discipline become courage. Her crescent moon, shaped like a bell, and her warrior-like appearance tell a story of strength that remains calm even when faced with challenges. But there is a deeper reason her worship holds such an important place in the nine-day journey of Navratri.

Why the Third Day Belongs to Her

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