Navratri is observed in many regional forms over nine nights honoring the goddess. At home, devotees often establish a clean altar, offer flowers or a lamp, read prayers and support others through charitable ac
Navratri is observed in many regional forms over nine nights honoring the goddess. At home, devotees often establish a clean altar, offer flowers or a lamp, read prayers and support others through charitable acts. Regional traditions differ in food, songs and worship sequences. Respect personal health when considering fasting.
This article is an original explanatory overview for devotional learning. Where traditions differ, follow a reliable edition and the guidance of your community.
This is our own concise retelling/guide, not the complete original scripture, literal verses or a reproduction of a copyrighted modern translation. Different Hindu traditions may tell details differently.
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