Sharadiya Navratri : Day 7 – Maa Kaalratri Puja Method, Story, And Significance

The seventh day of Navratri is dedicated to the worship of Maa Kaalratri. Maa Kaalratri is considered a destructive force, destroying all fears and sufferings of her devotees. Worshiping her dispels the darkness of ignorance and bestows knowledge and power.

Appearance of Maa Kaalratri

• Maa Kaalratri has a black complexion and is extremely radiant.
• Her vehicle is a donkey.
• She has four hands – one holds a sword, the other a thunderbolt, the third grants boons, and the fourth grants protection.
• Flames of fire emanate from her breath.

Method of Worship

• Take a bath and vow to observe the fast.
• Offer fragrance, unbroken rice grains, incense, lamps, and flowers to the idol/picture of Maa Kaalratri.
• She loves red flowers.
• Offering jaggery and barley is considered auspicious.
• Chant the mantra:

  Om Devi Kalaratriye Namah

• Recite the seventh chapter of Durga Saptashati.

Significance

• Worshiping Maa Kalaratri destroys fear, ghosts, and negative forces.
• The devotee gains courage, strength, and self-confidence.
• All obstacles in life are removed, leading to success and progress.
• Spiritual practice progresses.