Shardiya Navratri has special significance in Hindu religion. Different forms of Maa Durga are worshiped for these nine days. Mother Chandraghanta is worshiped on the third day of Navratri. He is considered a symbol of courage, strength, peace and protection of religion. Worshiping Mother Goddess as per the rituals on this day brings happiness and peace in life. Know about the worship method, mantras and famous temples of Maa Chandraghanta.

The third form of Maa Durga gets its name because of the crescent moon sitting on her forehead. His vehicle is a lion. It is believed that worshiping him removes all fears. His ten hands are adorned with various weapons which include trident, sword, mace, bow and arrow, lotus and kamandalu.

How to worship Maa Chandraghanta?

On the third day of Navratri, wake up in the morning, take bath and wear clean clothes. After this, clean the place of worship and worship Goddess Chandraghanta. Start the puja by lighting the lamp. After this offer red and yellow flowers. Apply kumkum to them and then offer fruits and sweets. After this, chant the mantras of Maa Chandraghanta and finally pray for the well-being of the family.

Chant the mantras of Maa Chandraghanta

Maa Chandraghanta Mantra
Aem Shreem Shaktaayi Namah

Chandraghanta praise mantra

Or Goddess Sarvbhuteshu Maa Chandraghanta in the form of an institution.
Namastesayee Namastesayee Namastesayee Namo Namah.

Which are the famous temples?

PrayagrajThe famous temple of Maa Chandraghanta is in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. This temple has special recognition. It is called the temple of Kshema Mai. Mother Durga Devi is present here in the form of Chandraghanta. The description of this temple is also found in the Puranas. It is believed that no one returns empty handed from this temple. Especially on the third day of Navratri, this temple is crowded with devotees.

Varanasi– There is a Chandraghanta Devi temple dedicated to Mother Chandraghanta in Kashi, Uttar Pradesh. This temple has special recognition. Here, sweets made from milk are especially offered to the mother. This Prasad is made every morning in the temple.

Delhi– Jhandewalan Temple in Karol Bagh, Delhi is very famous. Here Mother Durga is worshiped in the form of Chandraghanta. A large number of people visit this temple during Navratri. This temple is decorated with flowers.