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Brahmacharini
On the second day of Navratri, Mother Divine takes the form of Brahmacharini. This is a quiet, beautiful, and yet powerful form of Durga Devi, where She undertakes severe penance to attain Lord Shiva as her consort. Navratri falls between October 17th and ... -
What to do during Navratri
Navratri, when translated into English, means nine nights. The night is a time for relaxation and rejuvenation of the mind and the body. If we don't rest at night, it becomes difficult to carry on with our activities the next day, doesn’t it? Similar ... -
Science behind Navratri
The science and practices surrounding Navratri 8 FAQs to start your Navratri puja Navratri is the biggest event celebrated every year at the Art of Living International Center which draws thousands of people. Ancient vedic pujas are conducted for nine d ... -
Balance the gunas
How to balance the gunas The three Gunas come in cycles, one after the other. One naturally experiences these three qualities from time to time. However, there are also other factors that affect the Gunas, and that is the lifestyle that we choose to le ... -
Kathyayini
The sixth form of the Mother Divine is Katyayani. Worshipped on the sixth day (Shashti), she is also known as a Warrior Goddess and is believed to be one of the most violent forms of Maa Durga. Form of the Devi Goddess Katyayani has three eyes and four h ... -
Significance of Ayudha puja
In this universe, you can say ‘ Nothing is significant’ or ‘Everything is significant.’ Both mean the same thing paradoxically! It is our perspective that varies. The remarkable aspect of life is that small, as well as big things, add meaning to our live ... -
The Wrath of Madhu Kaithabha and 5000 years long war
Once ‘Tamasi Devi’, withdrew from Vishnu’s consciousness, he stirred on his serpent-bed and in moments his form was again as splendid as a thousand suns. When Narayana opened his eyes and saw Brahma very worried, He inquired what was bothering Him and how ... -
The Benefits of Fasting During Navratri
Why should you fast during Navratri? Rich in colors, tradition, songs, and dance, Navratri is also a time for us to relax, turn inwards and recharge ourselves with new energy. Fasting during Navratri makes that inner journey towards bliss and joy easier t ... -
The Devi Stuti
When the most valiant and wicked Asura, Mahishasura, was destroyed along with his ferocious army by the Goddess, the joy of the Gods knew no bounds! The hosts of gods headed by Indra lauded her, bowed down to the Devi and sang the ‘Devi Stuti’, in her pra ...
