Course Date:  Oct 9th, 2026
Timings:  8 PM to 10 PM (Friday)
Course Duration: 2 Hours 
Course Fee:  Rs. 590
Mode: Live Online via Zoom

Navratri: Shakti Ka Mahaparv is an insightful workshop that explores the profound spiritual, cultural and Vedic significance of Navratri and the nine forms of Goddess Durga. Participants will learn about the origin and symbolism of the Nav Durga, their divine forms, attributes, planetary connections and spiritual qualities, along with the deeper meaning behind fasting, Upavasa, Ghatasthapana, Kalash Sthapana, mantra chanting, puja rituals, offerings, donations and Kanya Poojan. The workshop also examines Navratri through the perspectives of Hindu scriptures, Ayurveda, seasonal transition, Panchang and traditional remedies, helping learners understand the wisdom behind these sacred practices rather than following them mechanically.

 

MAHA-PARV NAVRATRI

Table of Contents

1. The Origin of the Nine Names

• The nine names of Nav Durga in the Devi Kavacham
• The nine forms

2. Why Nine Nights: The Hidden Architecture

• Durga Saptashati and the Markandeya Purana
• The three movements: Mahakali, Mahalakshmi and Mahasaraswati
• Tamas, Rajas and Sattva

3. Night as a Goddess

•  The Rigveda and the Raatri Sukta
•  The Vedic vision of night

4. Ritu-Sandhi: The Medical Basis of the Fast

•  The four Navratris: Chaitra, Sharada, Magha Gupta and Ashadha Gupta
•  Seasonal transition and Ayurveda
•  Saindhava Namak and the Sharad vrat diet

5. The True Meaning of Upavasa

•  The etymology of upavasa
•  The essence of upavasa
•  Dietary restriction as the boundary—not the essence—of the practice

6. Ghatasthapana: What the Kalash Represents

•  The Vedic symbolism of the Kalash
•  Vishnu, Rudra, Brahma, the Mother Goddesses, the oceans, the earth and the four Vedas

7. The Barley: A Living Omen

•  The ancient ritual role of barley
•  Nine days and nine revelations
•  Barley as a scriptural, medical and agricultural symbol

8. Navratri: Definition, Purpose and Significance

•  Definition of Navratri
•  Purpose of Navratri
•  Reasons for celebrating Navratri
•  Victory of good over evil, seasonal change, feminine power, community and culture, and new beginnings

9. When to Celebrate Navratri

•  Chaitra Navratri
•  Sharad Navratri
•  Magha Gupt Navratri
•  Ashadha Gupt Navratri
•  Key Panchang Rule
•  Sharad Navratri Muhurat

10. Kalash Sthapana Vidhi

•  Choosing a clean and holy place
•  Preparing the soil and sowing barley or wheat seeds
•  Installing the Kalash, Goddess Durga and sacred items
•  Lighting the Deepak, reciting Durga Suktam or Durga Stotra, chanting the mantra and offering Naivedya
•  Daily watering of barley, Navratri Puja and Kanya Pujan

11. The Nine Days of Navratri: Nav Durga Roop Varnan

Day 1 – Maa Shailaputri

– Meaning, appearance and symbols

– Rashi and astrological aspects

– Remedies / Upay

– Ritual aspects, food to eat, offerings and donations

Day 2 – Maa Brahmacharini

– Meaning, appearance and symbols

– Rashi and astrological aspects

– Remedies / Upay

– Ritual aspects, food to eat, offerings and donations

Day 3 – Maa Chandraghanta

– Meaning, appearance and symbols

– Rashi and astrological aspects

– Remedies / Upay

– Ritual aspects, food to eat, offerings and donations

Day 4 – Maa Kushmanda

– Meaning, appearance and symbols

– Rashi and astrological aspects

– Remedies / Upay

– Ritual aspects, food to eat, offerings and donations

Day 5 – Maa Skandamata

– Meaning, appearance and symbols

– Rashi and astrological aspects

– Remedies / Upay

– Ritual aspects, food to eat, offerings and donations

Day 6 – Maa Katyayani

– Meaning, appearance and symbols

– Rashi and astrological aspects

– Remedies / Upay

– Ritual aspects, food to eat, offerings and donations

Day 7 – Maa Kaalratri

– Meaning, appearance and symbols

– Rashi and astrological aspects

– Remedies / Upay

– Ritual aspects, food to eat, offerings and donations

Day 8 – Maa Mahagauri

– Meaning, appearance and symbols

– Rashi and astrological aspects

– Remedies / Upay

– Ritual aspects, food to eat, offerings and donations

Day 9 – Maa Siddhidatri

– Meaning, appearance and symbols

– Rashi and astrological aspects

– Remedies / Upay

– Ritual aspects, food to eat, offerings and donations

12. Navratri Remedies and Planetary Connections

•  Nav Durga, planets and life aspects
•  Common issues, weak planetary signs and strong planetary signs
•  Day-wise remedies, food to eat and offerings

13. Kanya Poojan

•  Kanya Poojan, Kanjak or Kumari Pooja
•  The significance of worshipping young girls as living forms of Goddess Durga
•  Nine girls and the nine planets
•  The significance of Langur during Kanya Poojan
•  Simple steps of Kanya Poojan
•  Remedies through Kanya Poojan for career and finances, marriage problems, health issues and overall blessings