Navratri Day 6 - Maa Katyayani
Wednesday, 30 September 2026 · By Rohiit Gupta, Chief Vedic Architect, Trikaal Vaani · Swiss Ephemeris · Lahiri Ayanamsha
Planetary Ruler: Jupiter
Navratri Day 6, Maa Katyayani, is observed on Ashwin Shukla Shashthi in 2026. Devotees worship Maa Katyayani, a fierce warrior goddess with a golden complexion, riding a lion, holding a sword and lotus. This day honors her strength and protective nature, seeking blessings for courage and victory over obstacles.
Significance
Maa Katyayani is the sixth form of Goddess Durga, revered during Navratri. She is believed to have been born from the wrath of the gods to destroy the demon Mahishasura, embodying divine fury against evil. Her worship on Ashwin Shukla Shashthi symbolizes the triumph of good over malevolence and the removal of negative forces. Devotees seek her blessings for strength, courage, and protection from adversity. This day emphasizes inner power and the ability to overcome challenges, guiding one towards righteousness. The observance of this tithi reinforces the importance of spiritual discipline and unwavering faith in the divine mother's ability to safeguard her children.
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Who is Maa Katyayani?
Maa Katyayani is the sixth form of Goddess Durga, known as a fierce warrior goddess. She has a golden complexion, rides a lion, and holds a sword and lotus. She embodies divine strength and courage.
What is the significance of worshipping Maa Katyayani?
Worshipping Maa Katyayani helps overcome obstacles, grants courage, and protects against negativity. Devotees seek her blessings for strength, victory, and spiritual growth during Navratri.
What offerings are made to Maa Katyayani?
Devotees typically offer red flowers, fruits, sweets, and honey to Maa Katyayani. Ghee lamps and incense sticks are also lit during the Puja to honor her.