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Navratri is just on the doorstep and people have started preparing to welcome goddess Durga in their own way. This auspicious festival celebrates the victory of good over bad or evil. It is that time of the year when people buy new clothes, jewellery, offer prayers to goddess Durga and observe fasts.

Navratri is celebrated all over the country in different ways according to different customs and traditions. As per Hindu Panchang calendar, Navratri festival falls in the month of Ashvin Shukla Prathama and ends on Ashvin Shukla Navami which is in September or October according to the Gregorian calendar. 

This year, nine days of Navratri are going to be celebrated from 17th October to 25th October.

Nine Days of Navratri

The nine forms of Goddess Durga are worshipped during the nine-day festival of Navratri. Each day of Navratri has a gemstone associated with it. It is believed that wearing Navratna gemstone jewellery during Navratri can bring certain spiritual benefits. At Fourseven, we have a jewellery collection made with different gemstones.

Let’s read about the nine forms of Durga worshipped during the nine-day festival of Navratri along with the gemstones associated with each day:

Day 1 – Shailputri, the first form of Maa Durga, is worshipped on the first day of Navratri. She is the goddess revered as the remover of financial problems.

Gemstone – Ruby gemstone

 

Day 2 - Brahmacharini is the second form of Goddess Durga. Worshipped on the second day of Navratri, she is known to give one freedom from anger and replace it with peace.

Gemstone – Yellow Sapphire

 

Day 3 – Goddess Chandraghanta, the third form of Durga, is known for bestowing strength for facing life challenges and also keeps the negative energy at bay.

Gemstone - Hessonite

 

Day 4 – Kushmanda Devi is worshipped on the fourth day of Navratri as the goddess of wealth.

Gemstone - Diamond

 

Day 5 – The fifth day of Navratri is dedicated to Skandamata who is worshipped as the goddess of wisdom.

Gemstone – Red Coral

 

Day 6 – Katayayni Mata is worshipped on the sixth day of Navratri and is believed to endow people with good luck, prosperity, and knowledge.

Gemstone - Emerald

 

Day 7 – Kalratri Mata, the seventh form of Durga, is known to help people to get freedom from negative vibes and fears. 

Gemstone – Blue Sapphire

 

Day 8 – Worshipped on the eighth day of Navratri, Goddess Mahagauri is said to bestow people with a healthy and prosperous life. 

Gemstone - Pearl

 

Day 9 – Siddhidhatri is worshipped on the last day of Navratri and is known to fulfill all dreams and restore happiness.         

Gemstone – Cat’s eye   

 

Ten Weapons of Goddess Durga and their Significance

One of the most worshipped goddesses in the Hindu religion, Maa Durga is a symbol of strength, power, and wisdom. The ten arms of Durga carry weapons with each weapon having its own significance and symbolism.

1. Shankh or Conch Shell: Shankh or conch shell holds a great ritual and spiritual significance in Hinduism. Blowing of shankh produces a primordial sound called 'AUM' from which the entire universe is believed to have emerged.

Counch Shell

2. Sudarshan Chakra: One of the most powerful weapons of the universe, Sudarshan Chakra is associated with Lord Vishnu. Believed to be the sphere of life, this chakra keeps on revolving till we are alive. This Vishnu’s gift symbolises that Durga is the center of creation and all the universe revolves around her.

Sudarshan Chakra                          

3. Lotus: The lotus is the symbol of Brahma, and represents wisdom, as well as liberation through knowledge. Lotus flower represents purity and divinity and has a special place in Hindu rituals.

Lotus Bud Post Dangler Earrings

4. Sword: Sword is a symbol of power, protection, strength, and courage. It marks the sharpness of intellect enjoining humans to use the sense of discrimination to overcome their negativity.

Invincible Queen Ear Crawler

5. Bow & Arrow: The bow and arrow are the symbols of energy. While the bow represents potential energy, the arrow represents the kinetic energy.

                                                                             Dhanush Brooch

6. Trishul: The trishul or the trident has three sharp edges meaning that humans are composed of three qualities namely Tamas (inactivity and lethargic tendency), Rajas (hyperactivity and desires) and Sattva (positivity and purity).

                                                               Shakti Trishul Stud Earrings                                             

7. Mace/Gada: Gada or Mace is a symbol of power and authority. It encourages humans to manifest loyalty, love and reverence to Mother Durga.                                                                                                                                   Sashakta Hanuman Gada Charm

8. Vajra/Thunderbolt: Vajra or Thunderbolt is associated with Indra and symbolises firmness of character, determination, and supreme power.

Vajra Charm

9. Snake: The tenth hand of Durga is actually supposed to be holding a snake given by Lord Shiva. It signifies consciousness and the masculine energy of Shiva.

Snake Charm

10. Club or Axe: Given by Vishwakarma, club or axe signifies no fear of consequences while fighting the evil. It also symbolizes the killing of evil feelings from within.

Nine Gems of Navratna

Nine Gems of Navratna

Fourseven Navratri Collection

Celebrate the festival season with Fourseven Navratri collection. This collection comprises of a myriad of jewellery choices including rings, earrings, brooches, necklaces, and pendants to wear this Navratri. Made in pure 92.5 sterling silver, the designs are unique, having a beautiful mix of ethnic, auspicious tradition, and contemporary inspiration.

In this collection, you will find Silver Navratna Gemstone Band Ring made of nine auspicious gems of Navratna. These nine gems represent nine planets and their combination is believed to ward off negative energies and bring health, wealth, peace of mind, and prosperity to the wearer.

Navratna Gemstone Band Ring

We also have exquisite Silver Navratna Gemstone Post Dangler Earrings designed specially to celebrate the colorful festival of Navratri.

Silver Navratna Gemstone Post Dangler Earrings

We hope you love the Fourseven Navratri Collection. Wear yours for good health and happiness and enjoy the festive season.