Festivals

Maryland (UTC-4)

Date

19th October 2026

Maha Navami

Tithi:

Shukla Ashtami upto 1:22 AM

Shukla Navami upto 3:20 AM +1

Nakshatra:

Uttara Ashadha upto 6:09 AM

Shravana upto 8:33 AM +1

Vasara:Monday

Relevant Timings

Aparahna Muhurat

19 Oct, 1:58 pm – 4:09 pm, 19 Oct

Duration - 02 Hours 12 Mins

About

The penultimate day of Sharad Navaratri, dedicated to the worship of the Goddess in her benevolent forms.

Significance:

Maha Navami represents the final stage of the Goddess's victory over evil. It is a day of immense spiritual power where the seeker attains the fruits of the nine-day penance and devotion.

Rituals & Puja Vidhi:

1. Kanya Puja: Worshipping young girls as divine manifestations of the Mother. 2. Homa: Performing fire sacrifices for spiritual purification and strength. 3. Ayudha Puja: Worshipping tools and instruments as symbols of divine energy.