- By Kashish Rai
- Thu, 26 Sep 2024 05:15 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Shardiya Navratri 2024 Date: Navratri is celebrated four times annually, with two direct and two indirect observances. Sharadiya Navratri, falling in Ashwin month, is a direct and most popular celebration. This nine-day festival, from Ashwin Shukla Paksha Pratipada to Navami, honours Goddess Durga's nine forms. This year, Sharadiya Navratri begins on Thursday, October 3, 2024, and concludes on October 12. Each year, Maa Durga is believed to arrive on earth during Navratri on a distinct vehicle. The vehicle of Goddess Durga's arrival and departure holds significance in astrology, indicating the fate of the world, nature, crops, and human life. Her conveyance influences the upcoming year's prosperity and challenges.
Let us check out which vehicle Maa Durga is arriving and leaving this Shardiya Navratri.
Shardiya Navratri 2024: Mata Ki Sawari This Year - Palki
This year, Sharadiya Navratri commences on Thursday. Accordingly, Goddess Durga's vehicle will be a Palanquin (Palki). Astrology dictates that when Navratri begins on a Thursday, the Goddess arrives on a palanquin or swing.
Shardiya Navratri 2024: Is Palki Or Palanquin As Mata Ki Sawari Auspicious Or Inauspicious?
As per astrological beliefs, Goddess Durga's arrival on Earth in a palanquin (palki) during Navratri is considered inauspicious. This signifies potential economic downturn, trade stagnation, increased violence, global pandemic spread, and unnatural disasters. This ominous sign sparks concern, indicating a challenging period ahead.
The vehicle of Goddess Durga's arrival and departure serves as an astrological indicator, predicting global fortunes, natural phenomena, agricultural success, and human well-being. (Image Source: Canva)
Shardiya Navratri 2024: Significance Of Mata Ki Sawari
Devi Bhagavata Purana: Unveiling Goddess Durga's Vehicles for Navratri Arrival:
शशि सूर्य गजरुढा शनिभौमै तुरंगमे।
गुरौशुक्रेच दोलायां बुधे नौकाप्रकीर्तिता॥
According to ancient texts, Goddess Durga's arrival vehicle varies by day of the week. Navratri beginning on Monday or Sunday signifies her arrival on an elephant, while Saturday or Tuesday marks her arrival on a horse. Thursday or Friday marks her arrival in a palanquin, and Wednesday in a boat. This sacred tradition links each day to a distinct vehicle, symbolising the Goddess's divine journey and influencing astrological interpretations.
(Disclaimer: This is based on general public information. Jagran English does not confirm its veracity. Before adopting any measures, consult an expert in the relevant field.)