Navratri Day 6 Devoted to Goddess Katyayani; Here’s significance, katha and mantra

New Delhi: On the auspicious occasion of Navratri, the Katyayani form of Goddess Durga is being worshipped with rituals across the country today, on the sixth day. Goddess Katyayani is considered the goddess who bestows success in life and keeps the body healthy. On this day, devotees pray to the Goddess for good health and prosperity. Form And Significance Of Goddess Katyayani Maa Katyayani's vehicle is a lion and she has four arms. The upper right hand is in the Abhaya Mudra and the lower one in the Varada Mudra. The upper left hand holds a sword and the lower left hand holds a lotus flower. Goddess Katyayani is considered a symbol of strength and courage. This form of hers protects devotees from evil forces and provides them with brightness in life. Navratri Day 5 devoted to Maa Skandamata; Here’s Puja Vidhi, Mantra and Katha Mythological Story: The Birth of Goddess Katyayani The story of Goddess Katyayani is also very famous. Maharishi Vanami Katha's son was named Katya. Maharishi Katyayan, who did not have a son, performed rigorous penance for Mother Bhagwati. Pleased with his penance, the goddess blessed him to be born as a daughter. Then due to the power of the Trinity, Mother Katyayani was born in the house of Maharishi. This form is going to free the world from evils by killing Mahishasura and other demons. Therefore she is also known as Mahishasurmardini. Mantras And Worship of Maa Katyayani Devotees chant the following mantras of Maa Katyayani: Katyayani Mahamaye, Mahayoginyadhishwari. Nandagopasutan Devi, I bow to my husband. Om Devi Katyayanyai Namah. Chandrahasojjwalkara shardulvarvahana. Katyayani Shubham Dadyad Devi Demon Ghatini॥ Or Goddess Sarvabhuteshu Maa Katyayani as an institution. Namastey, Namastey, Namastey, Namastey, Namah! Navratri Day 4 Devoted To Maa Kushmanda: Goddess of wealth and health; Puja vidhi Best Wishes For Sixth Day Of Navratri On this auspicious occasion, you can send these messages to your family and friends, wishing them health, prosperity, and peace through the grace of Goddess Katyayani: "Heartiest wishes for worshipping Goddess Katyayani on the sixth day of Navratri! May Goddess Katyayani bestow happiness, prosperity, and health in your life." This day of Navratri is especially dedicated to the worship of Goddess Katyayani, who destroys evil and brings happiness to life. Worship on this day fulfills wishes and brings positive energy into life. Best wishes to everyone on the sixth day!