Seventh Day of Navratri: Astrological Significance of Worshiping Maa Kalratri :

The seventh day of Navratri, known as Maha Saptami, is dedicated to worshiping Maa

Kalratri, the seventh form of Goddess Durga. This day holds significant importance for

devotees and has profound astrological effects. Understanding the rituals, mythological

stories, and astrological significance of Maa Kalratri enhances both spiritual and astrological

insights.

Divine Form of Maa Kalratri :

Maa Kalratri;s form is fierce and destructive. Her dark complexion and intense radiance

symbolize the destruction of negative and evil forces. Maa Kalratri is also known as

Shumbh Kari, Kali, or Chamunda Devi. Worshipping her helps devotees attain liberation

from evil and negativity.

Mythological Stories :

According to mythology, the demons Shumbh and Nishumbh sent their followers to bring

Maa Parvati from Mount Kailash. To vanquish these demons, Maa Parvati manifested in the

form of Maa Kalratri. Her formidable appearance and dark color annihilated the demons.

Blood from the demon Raktabeej gave rise to numerous demons, and Maa Kalratri took

various forms to eliminate them, eventually destroying Shumbh and Nishumbh as well.

Worship Procedure and Importance

Worship Procedure:

1. Morning Preparation: Bathe and wear black clothes.

2. Idol Worship: Light lamps and offer red flowers known as ;Raat Rani; to Maa.

3. Offering: Present jaggery, jaggery kheer, or jaggery-based sweets as offerings.

4. Mantra Recitation: Recite Durga Saptashati and chant Maa Kalratri’s mantras.

5. Aarti: Perform Aarti and distribute jaggery as Prasad, consuming some yourself.

Special Advice: If possible, it is advisable to have a knowledgeable priest perform the

establishment and worship of Maa. For complete rituals during Navratri, you can

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Astrological Significance :

The astrological significance of worshiping Maa Kalratri is immense. This day is especially

suited for remedies related to the planet Saturn (Shani). Saturn’s influence can deeply affect

one’s life, and worshiping Maa Kalratri can alleviate Saturn;s malefic effects Special mantras .;

for Saturn, such as ॐ प्रां प्रीं प्रौं स: शनैश्चराय नमः are recited for peace.

Worshiping Maa Kalratri helps to remove the negative impacts of Saturn and infuses positive

energy into life. This worship is highly effective in overcoming life’s problems and gaining

relief from negativity.

Praise: To seek Maa Kalratri’s blessings, recite the following mantras:

Mantras:

o या देवी सर्वभूतेषु माँ कालरात्रि रूपेण संस्थिता। नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै

नमस्तस्यै नमो नमः॥

o Siddhi Mantra: ओम ऐं ह्रीं क्लीं चामुण्डायै विच्चै ऊं कालरात्रि दैव्ये नम:

o Beej Mantra: क्लीं ऐं श्री कालिकायै नम:।

The seventh day of Navratri, dedicated to Maa Kalratri, brings positive changes and peace

into one’s life. This day is particularly important for those seeking relief from Saturn’s

afflictions and wishing to rid themselves of negative energy. Worshiping Maa Kalratri

destroys evil and negativity, ushering in happiness and prosperity.

Jai Maa Kalratri! Wishing you all a blessed Maha Saptami!