Navratri Day 9 - Navmi Tithi - Maa Siddhidatri
The last among the nine forms of Maa Durga, Maa Siddhidatri, is worshipped on the 9th day of Navaratri.
Maa Siddhidatri grants Her devotees achievements and is capable of bestowing all sorts of occult powers. She is the possessor of 26 different siddhis that She can grant Her worshipers.
The legend has it that the Lord Shiva got all those siddhis by worshipping Maa Shakti.
With Her grace, half of the body of Lord Shiva became that of Maa Shakti, and that’s how he got His Ardhanareeshvara form.
Maa Siddhadatri removes ignorance and provides knowledge to Her devotees. She is worshipped by Deva, Gandharva, Asura, Yaksha, and Siddha alike.
Maa sits on a Kamala (lotus) and rides a Sinha (lion). She has four hands and holds a Gada in the lower right hand, a Chakra in the upper right hand, a lotus flower in the lower left hand, and a Shankha in the upper left hand.
Her glory and power are infinite and worshipping Maa Siddhidatri on the final day of Navaratri bestows all Siddhis to Her devotees and marks the successful completion of the Navaratri festival.
Planetary Deity: Ketu
Attributes: Spirituality, liberation, and enlightenment.
Worship: Seek spiritual enlightenment and liberation from Ketu.
Bhog: Offer Sesame Seeds to Maa Siddhidatri during Navratri to achieve all kinds of Siddhis.
Color for the day: Sky Blue
Shri Durga Saptashati Patha to be recited: Adhyay 13
Chant this mantra to worship Maa Siddhidatri…
सिद्धगधर्व यक्षाद्यैरसुरैरमरैरपि।
सेव्यमाना सदा भूयात सिद्धिदा सिद्धिदायिनी।।
Sid’dhagadharva yakṣādyairasurairamarairapi |
Sēvyamānā sadā bhūyāta sid’dhidā sid’dhidāyinī ||
As we wrap up our astrological exploration of Navratri, we come to understand the deep connection between this festival and the nine planetary deities. Navratri is more than just a celebration; it’s a cosmic journey that aligns us with the energies of the universe. It guides us in embracing the divine qualities linked to each deity, helping us on our path toward spiritual growth and enlightenment.
