Maa Skandamata is Goddess Durga’s fifth form, which is celebrated during the Navratri festival. She is the embodiment of motherhood, power, and wisdom. As the mother of Lord Skanda (Kartikeya), the god of war, she represents the power and nurturing traits of a mother paired with the bravery of a warrior. Legend of Maa Skandamata…
Reiki is an ancient Japanese healing therapy that promotes physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being by channeling universal life energy. The method, established by Dr Mikao Usui in the early twentieth century, is based on the concept that “Ki” (life force energy) circulates through all living organisms. When this energy is blocked or imbalanced, people may…
The fourth incarnation of Goddess Durga, Maa Kushmanda, is honoured as the universe’s creator. Worshipped on the fourth day of Navratri, she represents light, energy, and creativity, and she has the ability to bestow happiness and prosperity on her believers. Her name is a mixture of three words: “Ku” (small), “Ushma” (warmth), and “Anda” (egg),…
Maa Chandraghanta, Goddess Durga’s third avatar, is the embodiment of power, courage, and tranquilly. Worshipped on the third day of Navratri, she represents the triumph of good over evil and encourages her followers to remain fearless in the face of adversities. Legend of Maa Chandraghanta In Hindu mythology, Maa Chandraghanta is an incarnation of Goddess…
Maa Brahmacharini is the second form of the Nav Durga and is worshipped on the second day of Navratri. She represents penance, dedication, and spiritual knowledge. The name “Brahmacharini” is derived from two Sanskrit words: Brahma, meaning “supreme reality,” and charini, meaning “one who practices austerity.” Thus, Maa Brahmacharini symbolises someone who pursues the ultimate…
Maa Shailputri, also known as Sati or Parvati, is the first of Goddess Durga’s nine forms, referred to as Nav Durga. Worshipped on the first day of Navratri, she represents purity, strength, and the universe’s foundation. Her name “Shailputri” means “Daughter of the Mountain,” emphasizing her lineage as the daughter of the Himalayan King and…