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The Eulogy of Merits and Boons for Suratha and Vaishya
The winds blew favourably and the universe was back in sync, once the Devi killed Shumbha and Nishumbha. The wish of the Gods had been fulfilled and they lauded Devi in the form of Katyayani cheerfully! The benevolent Goddess was pleased and granted them ... -
4 reasons why you should meditate during Navratri
Navratri is a vibrant festival, known for its array of colors and gaiety. It is also associated with silence, with a strong focus on chanting shlokas, fasting, and prayers. Many people look at it as a time to turn inward through meditation. “There are thr ... -
Silence during Navratri
Everything we see in this world is made up of energy. From the rays of the sun to the flowing rivers, from buzzing mobile phones to silent pacemakers- energy is present everywhere. As Newton’s law rightly states, energy can neither be created nor destroye ... -
The End of Evil
After Raktabeeja was slain and the army of demons were killed in battle, Shumbha and Nishumbha gave way to unbound wrath. Very soon Shumbha and Nishumbha set forth with their troops to slay Chandika. The Gods now witnessed a severe combat between the Demo ... -
The Three Stotrams to Chant during Navratri
Navratri is considered as very auspicious for the chanting of stotrams, in praise of the Devi and to seek her blessings. Reverberating of stotrams will have a profound effect on the seeker as it calms the mind and creates a pathway for deep meditation. Th ... -
Siddhidhatri
On the ninth day of Navratri, Mother Divine takes the form of Siddhidatri. Siddhi means ‘fulfillment’ or ‘perfection’ and datri means ‘giver’ or ‘awarder’. This Goddess bestows abilities that help achieve success to those who pray to her, and she is wors ... -
Shailaputri
Among the nine Durgas, Devi Shailaputri is considered to be the first manifestation of Goddess Durga. The first day of Navratri, dedicated to Devi Shailaputri, is called Pratipada. A form of Shakti, Devi Shailaputri is the consort of Lord Shiva and has tw ... -
The End of Raktabeeja
As soon as Chanda and Munda were laid low, and many of the battalions of the demons where destroyed, mighty Shumbha, with intellect clouded by rage, commanded the mightiest of his warriors and the biggest of his armies to march forth ready for battle. Whe ... -
Devi Ambika and Kalika
Two demons named Shumbha and Nishumbha, dispossessed the Gods, stripped them of their powers and appropriated their wealth and privilege. Deprived of their lordships and sovereignties, expelled by the two mighty demons, the Gods thought of the invincible ...
