9 Mantras for 9 Forms Of Maa Durga
Each day of Navratri, a different form of Maa Durga is worshipped, bringing unique blessings. Let’s look at the powerful Navratri Mata mantra in english. Chant each Navratri mantra for 9 days, day-wise 108 times, during morning and evening aarti.
- 1st Day: Maa Shailputri (The Daughter of Mountains)
The Navratri slokas 9 days start with the blessings of Maa Shailputri on day 1, who is known as the Daughter of Mountains. The word Shail stands for Mountains, and Putri meaning Daughter. She is seen riding a bull and carrying a trident and lotus.
- Mantra for Maa Shailputri
वन्दे वंछितालाभय चन्द्रार्धकृत-शेखराम,
वृषारुधाम शुलाधारम् शैलपुत्रीं यशस्विनिम्
Vande Vanchhitalabhaya Chandrardhakrita-Shekharam,
Vrisharudham Shuladharam Shailaputrim Yashasvinim
- Meaning: I bow to Maa Shailputri, the Daughter of the Mountains, who grants all desires, wears the moon as her crown, rides a bull, and holds a trident. May she bless me with fame and success.
- Chanting benefit: Devi Shailputri Mantra is chanted to seek her blessings, ask for the fulfilment of desires, and connect with the Goddess.
- 2nd Day: Maa Bramhacharini (The Mother of Devotion)
The second navratri mantra for 9 days is dedicated to Maa Bramhacharini, the second form of Maa Durga. In her name, “Brahma” means tapasy or penance, while Charini means the one who performs devotion to the Goddess.
- Mantra For Maa Chamhacharini
दधना करा पद्मभ्यं अक्षमला कमण्डलु,देवी प्रसीदातु माई ब्रह्मचार्यनुत्तमा।
Dadhana Kara Padmabhyam Akshamala Kamandalu,Devi Prasidatu Mayi Brahmacharinyanuttama. - Meaning: May the supreme Goddess Brahmacharini, holding a rosary (Akshamala) in one lotus-like hand and a water pot (Kamandalu) in the other, be pleased with me and bless me.
- Chanting Benefit: The Brahmacharini mantra is that part of the navratri slokas 9 days, which enhances focus in devotees through meditative practice.
- 3rd Day: Maa Chandraghanta (The Destroyer of Demons)
The third among the 9 Devi mantra is the Devi Chandraghanta mantra. She is worshipped as a warrior Goddess. In her name, 'Chandra' means ‘Moon’, and 'Ghanta' means ‘bell’ and is known for her ability to overcome challenges.
- Mantra for Maa Chandraghanta
पिण्डजप्रवररुधा चण्डकोपास्त्रकैर्य्युता,
प्रसादं तनुते महां चन्द्रघण्ट यशस्विनी।
Pindajapravararudha Chandakopastrakairyuta,
Prasadam Tanute Mahyam Chandraghanta Yashasvini.
Meaning: May the glorious Goddess Chandraghanta, seated on a mighty lion with fierce weapons, bestow her divine grace and blessings upon me.
- Chanting benefits: When in a challenging situation, remember Maa Chandraghanta. The Goddess helps her devotees overcome obstacles by making them courageous and fearless.
- 4th Day: Maa Kushmanda (The Goddess of Divine Egg)
The name of the Goddess Maa kushmanda is derived by combining three words, 'Ku' meaning little, 'Ushma' meaning energy, and 'Anda' means ‘divine egg’. She is depicted to have eight hands and is believed to reside in the Sun.
- Mantra for Maa Kushmanda
सुरसम्पूर्णकलशं रुधिराप्लुतमेव च,
दधान हस्तपद्मभ्यं कुशमाण्डा शुभदस्तु मे।
Surasampurnakalasham Rudhiraplutameva Cha,
Dadhana Hastapadmabhyam Kushmanda Shubhadastu Me.
Meaning: May Goddess Kushmanda, who holds a kalasha (sacred pot) filled with nectar (amrit) stained with blood, bless me with auspiciousness through her lotus-like hands.
- Chanting benefits: Maa Kushmanda blesses her devotees with creativity and vitality and is believed to govern the heart chakra, bringing love and compassion to one’s life.
- 5th Day: Maa Skandmata (The Goddess of Motherhood)
Maa Skandmata portrays her fierce nature, seen riding a lion while holding Lord Skanda (Kartikeya) on her lap. She represents powerful motherhood. Chant this Navratri mantra for 9 days on the 4th day of Navratri.
- Mantra for Maa Skandmata
सिंहासनागत नित्यं पद्मश्रितकारद्वाय,
शुभदस्तु सदा देवी स्कन्दमाता यशस्विनी।
Simhasanagata Nityam Padmashritakaradvaya,
Shubhadastu Sada Devi Skandamata Yashasvini.
Meaning: May Goddess Skandamata, seated on a divine throne with two hands on a lotus, bless me with auspiciousness forever.
- Chanting benefits: This mantra dedicated to Maa Skandamata is a praise of her for her motherly love and protective energy for the well-being of one’s child.
- 6th Day: Maa Katyayani, The Goddess of Power
Maa Katyayani is the sixth and the most fierce form of Maa Durga. This part of the navratri slokas in Sanskrit represents a warrior known for her courage, strength and victory over the demon Mahishasura.
- Mantra for Maa Katyayani
चन्द्रहसोज्जवलकार शार्दूलवरवाहन,
कात्यायनी शुभं दाद्यद देवी दानवाघातिनी।
Chandrahasojjvalakara Shardulavaravahana,
Katyayani Shubham Dadyad Devi Danavaghatini.
Meaning: May Goddess Katyayani, who shines with the sword Chandrahasa and rides a majestic tiger, bless me with bravery. She is the destroyer of demons and the protector of righteousness.
- Chanting benefits: Chanting this part of the navratri slokas in Sanskrit blesses us with strength and makes us fearless enough to fight evil forces and overcome all life challenges.
- 7th Day: Maa Kalratri (The Goddess of Courage)
The ferocious form of Maa Durga Maa Kalratr is the destroyer of the demons and removes darkness and evil spirits from one’s life. This part of the Navratri slokas 9 days, sings the glory of her, who killed Shumbha and Nishumbha, the powerful Asura brothers.
- Mantra For Maa Kalratri
एकवेणी जपाकर्णपूरा नग्ना खरास्थिता।
लम्बोष्टी कर्णिकाकर्णी तैलाभ्यक्तशरीरिणी॥
वामपादोल्लसल्लोहलताकण्टकभूषणा।
वर्धनमूर्धध्वजा कृष्णा कालरात्रिर्भयङ्करी॥
Ekaveni japakarnpura nagna kharasthita ।
Lamboshti karnikakarni tailabhyaktashareerini॥
Vaampadollasallohaltakantakbhushana।
Vardhanamurdhadhvaja krushna kalaratrirbhayankari॥
Meaning: She destroys darkness, fear, and evil forces. Despite her fearsome appearance, she blesses her devotees with protection, courage, and liberation from suffering.
- Chanting benefits: Chanting this part of Navratri slokas 9 days on the 7th day frees you from the fear of evil forces. She vanishes negative influences in one’s life and helps them attain spiritual liberation.
- 8th Day: Maa Mahagauri (The Goddess of Beauty and Peace)
On the eighth day, the Navratri mantra for 9 days is dedicated to Goddess Mahagauri. She is the one who symbolises purity and peace. She rides in a bull (Nandi) and wears white attire that symbolises divine energy and prosperity.
- Mantra For Maa Gauri
श्वेते वृषे समरुधा श्वेताम्बरधर शुचि,
महागौरी शुभं दद्यान महादेवप्रमोदाद।
Shvete Vrishae Samarudha Shvetambaradhara Shuchi,
Mahagauri Shubham Dadyan Mahadevapramodada.
Meaning: Seated on a white bull, adorned in pure white garments, the radiant Mahagauri bestows auspiciousness and grants joy to Lord Mahadeva (Shiva).
- Chanting benefits: This part of Navratri Mata Mantra in english is dedicated to Maa Gauri. It brings peace, prosperity, and connects one to one's inner soul, bringing spiritual growth.
- 9th Day: Maa Siddhidatri (The Goddess of Supernatural Power)
The ninth day, or the Maha Navami, is dedicated to Maa Siddhidatri, the original form of Maa Parvati known as Mool Roopa. She is known as the provider of Supernatural powers with four hands and governs planet Ketu.
- Mantra For Maa Siddhidatri
सिद्ध गन्धर्व यक्षध्याईह असुरैह अमरैरापी,
सेव्यमान सदा भूयत सिद्धिदा सिद्धिदायिनी।
Siddha Gandharva Yakshadhyaih Asuraih Amarairapi,
Sevyamana Sada Bhuyat Siddhida Siddhidayini.
Meaning: May Goddess Siddhidatri, who is always worshipped by Siddhas, Gandharvas, Yakshas, Asuras, and Devas. They bless us with divine powers and spiritual success. She grants wisdom, accomplishments, and moksha.
- Benefits of Chanting: Chanting this part of 9 Devi Mantra on the 9th day enhances spiritual growth, removes obstacles, and offers success. It also brings inner peace, mental clarity, and fulfilment of desires.
Beej Navratri Mantra for 9 Days
Alternatively, here are short beej Navratri Mata Mantra in english dedicated to each of the nine forms of Maa Durga. You should chant these each day apart from the 9 Devi Mantras.
- Beej Mantra of Maa Shailputri: Om Sham Shailputri Devyaih Namah (ॐ शं शैलपुत्री देव्यै नमः)
- Beej Mantra of Maa Brahmacharini: Hreem Shri Ambikaaye Namah (ह्रीं श्री अम्बिकायै नम:)
- Beej Mantra of Maa Chandraghanta: Ain Shreem Shaktayei Namah (ऐं श्रीं शाक्तायै नमः)
- Beej Mantra of Maa Kushmanda: Aim Hree Devyai Namah ( ऐं ह्री देव्यै नमः)
- Beej Mantra of Maa Skandamata: Hreem Kleem Swaminyai Namah (ह्रीं क्लीं स्वामीन्यै नमः)
- Beej Mantra of Maa Katyayani: Kleem Shree Trinetrayai Namah (क्लीं श्री त्रिनेत्रायै नमः)
- Beej Mantra of Maa Kalratri: Kleem Aim Shree Kalikayai Namah (क्लीं ऐं श्री कालिकायै नमः)
- Beej Mantra of Maa Mahagauri: Shree Kleem Hreem Varadaayi Namah (श्री क्लीं ह्रीं वरदायै नमः)
- Beej Mantra of Maa Siddhidatri: Hreem Kleem Aim Siddhaye Namah (ह्रीं क्लीं ऐं सिद्धये नमः)
Navratri Havan Mantra For Navami Tithi
On the Navami Tithi, or the 9th day of Navaratri, devotees must perform the Havan with proper rituals and chant the below Hawan 9 Devi Mantra.
- Hawan Mantras for Blessings and Protection
- First of all, when starting the Havan, chant the mantra “Om Agneya Namah Swaha” (ॐ अग्निया नमः स्वाहा).
- After this, while meditating on Lord Ganesha, say “Om Ganeshaya Namah Swaha” ( ॐ गणेशाय नमः स्वाहा) and then offer a religious offering. Then chant “Om Gauriya Namah Swaha” (ॐ गौरीय नमः स्वाहा).
- Chant “Om Navgrahaya Namah Swaha” (ॐ नवग्रहाय नमः स्वाहा), while meditating on Navagraha if priest advises.
- Chant “Om Durgay Namah Swaha” (ॐ दुर्गा नमः स्वाहा) while meditating on Goddess Durga.
- Meditate on Maa Mahakali and offer the samagri by saying “Om Mahakalikay Namah Swaha” (ॐ महाकालिकाय नमः स्वाहा)..
- Chant “Om Hanumate Namah Swaha” (ॐ हनुमान नमः स्वाहा) while meditating on Lord Hanuman.
- Chant “Om Bhairav Namah Swaha” (ओम भैरव नमः स्वाहा), while meditating on Lord Bhairav.
- While meditating on the family deity, chant “Om Kul Devtay Namah Swaha” (ॐ कुल देवताय नमः स्वाहा).
- Tridev Havan Mantra For Navratri
When the previous set of the Navratri mantra for 9 days, the pandit or priest will continue with the following set of chants or 9 Devi Mantra. For your understanding, we bring you Navratri Mata Mantra in english.
- Om Brahmaya Namah Swaha (ॐ ब्रह्माय नमः स्वाहा)
- Om Vishnuve Namah Swaha (ॐ विष्णुवे नमः स्वाहा)
- Om Shivay Namah Swaha (ॐ शिवाय नमः स्वाहा)
- Om Jayanti Mangalakali, Bhadrakali Kapalini Durga Kshama Shivadhatri Swaha (ॐ जयन्ती मंगलाकाली, भद्रकाली कपालिनी दुर्गा क्षमा शिवधात्री स्वाहा स्वधा नमस्तुति स्वाहा।)
- Swadha Namastuti Swaha (स्वधा नमस्तुति स्वाहा।)
- Brama Murari Tripurantakari Bhanu, Shashi Bhumi Suto Budhasch, Gurusch Shukra Shani Rahu Ketav Sarve Graha Shanti Kara Bhavantu.(ब्रह्मा मुरारी त्रिपुरांतकारी भानु: शशि भूमि सुतो बुधश्च । गुरुश्च शुक्र शनि राहु केतव सर्वे ग्रहा शांति करा भवंतु।।)
- Om Gururbrahma, Gururvishnu, Gururdeva Maheshwar, Guru Sakshat Parabrahma Tasmai Shri Guruve Namah Swaha. (ॐ गुरुर्ब्रह्मा, गुरुर्विष्णु, गुरुर्देव महेश्वर, गुरु साक्षात परब्रह्म तस्मै श्री गुरुवे नमः स्वाहा।)
- In the end, chant - Om Sharanagat Dinart Paritraan Parayane, Sarv Stharti Hare Devi Narayani Namaste. (ॐ शरणागत दीनर्त परित्राण परायणे, सर्व स्थिर हरे देवी नारायणी नमस्ते।)
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