Spring Navaratri
Celebrate Nine Nights
of God/dess Archetypes
of God/dess Archetypes
with R.R. Shakti, PhD
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What is Chaitra Navaratri?
Nine Nights of Goddess Archetypes
Chaitra Navratri is a nine-night festival dedicated to nine forms of the God/dess.
Most celebrated in Northern and Western India, this festival celebrates Spring and the creative power of the feminine principle. For some, this holiday marks the beginning of the new year.
The celebration takes many different forms, from region to region. Goddess images vary as do the rituals: dances, fire ceremonies, mantras, fasting, decorations, and contemplative practice associated with each.
Although the rituals may be different from one household to the next, nearly every community in India joins the festivities in one form or another.
Most celebrated in Northern and Western India, this festival celebrates Spring and the creative power of the feminine principle. For some, this holiday marks the beginning of the new year.
The celebration takes many different forms, from region to region. Goddess images vary as do the rituals: dances, fire ceremonies, mantras, fasting, decorations, and contemplative practice associated with each.
Although the rituals may be different from one household to the next, nearly every community in India joins the festivities in one form or another.
Introduction Video
12 minutes
Myth & the God/dess
In this first story, I introduce you to what may be the first vision of the complete God/dess to appear within the Indian texts. This is the story of Uma as she appears within the Kena Upanishad to the elemental gods.
Enjoy! This is just the beginning.
Enjoy! This is just the beginning.
Download the Accompanying Booklet.
Navarātri | Nine Nights includes Goddess Archetypes, their flowers, colors, and considerations.
Nine God/dess Archetypes
This celebration marks a time to start new ventures: businesses, relationships, routines, practices, etc.
Each of the nine Goddess archetypes offers an opportunity for introspection, contemplation
…and empowerment to guide you on your path.
3/22
Shailaputrī
Patience & Practice
On the first night of Chaitra Navratri, the goddess Shailaputrī (daugher of the mountain), is invoked for her patience, strength, courage, and centered composure.
3/23
Brahmachārinī
Detox & Release
On day two of the Shukla Paksha (waxing moon), goddess Brahmachārinī is celebrated as the archetype of the ascetic, reminding you that beauty comes from serenity within.
3/24
Chandraghantā
Courage & Compassion
Goddess Chandraghantā is worshipped on the third night.
She represents divinity in sensual form and embodies courage and compassion to see the sacredness in all things.
She represents divinity in sensual form and embodies courage and compassion to see the sacredness in all things.
3/25
Kushmānda
Creation & Clarity
Day four of Navaratri is all about Devi Kushmānda (the cosmic egg), who created the entire universe with the flash of her brilliant smile.
3/26
Skandamātā
Abundance & Generosity
On the fifth day, Skandamātā is invoked for prosperity, treasures, and achievement.
She invites you to realize the truth of your infinitely abundant heart.
She invites you to realize the truth of your infinitely abundant heart.
3/27
Kātyāyanī
Collaboration & Freedom
Devi Kātyāyanī is worshipped on day six. She is the fierce, but beautiful, vision of the warrioress who comes forth to slay the demons of ignorance and limitation.
3/28
Kālarātrī
Letting Go of Limitation
An invocation of Kālarātrī means inviting the complete cycle of creation, including letting go of old, outdated patterns, limiting stories, and useless information.
3/29
Mahāgaurī
Gratitude & Desire
Mahāgaurī means inviting your greatest desires into your life without shame, fear, or limitation. She inspires you to be grateful and to celebrate the amazing blessings of your life.
3/30
Siddhidātri
Mystic Superpowers
The last day of the Chaitra Navratri festival is celebrated in honor of Devi Siddhidātri. Sitting on a lotus, she is believed to grant all type of siddhis, or mystic superpowers.
Live 1-hour
Celebration Call
Thursday, March 30
6:00–7:00 p.m. MT
Gather in virtual community for stories, teachings, and contemplative practice to invoke the courage, compassion, and creative clarity of God/dess to empower your life.
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