Courage and Serenity: Celebrating Goddess Chandraghanta on Day 3 of Chaitra Navratri

As we step into the third day of Chaitra Navratri on Thursday, April 11th, 2024, the air is charged with the powerful grace of Goddess Chandraghanta, the third avatar of Durga. Renowned for her beauty, bravery, and the soothing sound of the bell (Ghanta), Goddess Chandraghanta rides a fierce lion, symbolizing her courageous spirit.

The Significance of Yellow: This day is awash in hues of yellow, a color that signifies the vibrancy of life and the purity of spirit. Devotees drape themselves in yellow garments, filling temples and homes with the optimistic glow of sunrise.

Rituals and Offerings: The puja for Goddess Chandraghanta involves meticulous rituals—offering yellow flowers, performing aarti, and reciting mantras that echo her strength and peace. The sound of the bell is said to dispel negativity and obstacles, guiding devotees towards a path of serene courage.

Mantra for Mental Clarity: Chanting the Chandraghanta Mantra on this day is believed to bring mental clarity, remove obstacles, and instill a sense of calm determination in the worshipper’s heart.