- By Kashish Rai
- Tue, 23 Sep 2025 03:26 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Shardiya Navratri 2025: Maa Durga, revered as the embodiment of strength, courage and divine energy, holds immense significance in Hinduism as the protector of her devotees and remover of obstacles. Offering items such as fresh flowers, fruits, sweets and incense during worship is believed to invite her blessings, promote prosperity and foster spiritual growth. Devotees also light lamps and chant mantras to connect with her divine energy. However, it is equally important to avoid offering certain items as these are considered disrespectful and may attract negative energy.
Below is the list of 5 items that must not be offered to Maa Durga even by mistake, as these might invite misfortune:
Shardiya Navratri 2025: 5 Items You Must Not Offer To Maa Durga Even By Mistake
1. Old or Stale Fruits
During Maa Durga’s worship, only fresh fruits should be offered as prasad. Fruits that have been kept at home for several days or have become stale should never be used, as fresh offerings symbolise purity, devotion and respect.
2. Impure Flowers
Flowers hold special importance in Maa Durga’s worship, but only clean and sacred blooms should be offered. Flowers picked from impure or unclean places, or those that have fallen to the ground, must never be used, as they may disrupt the spiritual energy of the ritual.
Devotees must not offer to Maa Durga, as they might invite misfortune. (Image Source: AI Gemini)
3. Tulsi Leaves
Tulsi leaves are considered sacred in Hindu worship, but during Navratri, they should not be offered to Maa Durga. Including Tulsi in the prasad or rituals during this period is considered inappropriate and is traditionally avoided by devotees.
4. Tamasik Foods
During Navratri, one should refrain from consuming tamasic foods, which are heavy, processed, or non-vegetarian. Devotees are encouraged to follow a sattvic diet consisting of fresh, light, and pure foods, supporting spiritual focus, purity, and devotion throughout the festival.
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5. Plastic or Synthetic Items
Plastic or synthetic materials, such as artificial garlands, decorative items, or non-biodegradable offerings, are inappropriate for Maa Durga worship. These items do not carry spiritual energy and are considered impure for sacred rituals.
(Disclaimer: This content includes advice providing generic information only. It is in no way a substitute for qualified spiritual or astrological opinion. Always consult a specialist for more information before adopting any measures.)