Happy Durga Ashtami 2023! Wishes and quotes to share with your loved ones on Navratri 8th day
Navratri festival, is also known as Maha Ashtami. This year, Durga Ashtami is being observed today, October 22. On this day, Hindus worship Goddess Mahagauri who represents serenity and purity.
According to Hindu mythology, Maha Ashtami marks the day when Goddess Durga defeated the buffalo demon Mahishasura who had been terrorizing the gods and humans, and the gods were not able to attain victory over him. Hence, they turned to Goddess Durga for help and she fought Mahishasura for nine days and night. Finally, on the tenth day, Goddess Durga defeated the demon and people celebrated the day of victory of good over evil.
Many devotees also observe fast on Durga Ashtami, offer their prayers, and seek blessings. Hindus across the country decorate their homes with flowers and lights. Hindus also conduct kanya puja on Durga Ashtami.
Kanjakiya or kanya puja is performed on young girls who have not yet reached puberty. Those kanjas are considered to be the purest form of the goddess. Devotees invite nine young girls to their homes and worship them.
1) May this festival fill your life with new joys that surround you and your loved ones with positive vibes, now and forever. Happy Maha Ashtami to you. 2) Hope this Durga Ashtami brings in good fortune and abundant happiness for.
Happy Durga Ashtami! 3) On this auspicious day, may Maha Ashtami grant you the strength to overcome obstacles and find success in all your endeavors. Subho Maha Ashtami! 4) Wishing you a very Happy Durga Ashtami 2023! May Maa Durga bless you with strength, courage, and success in all your endeavors. 5) Let the divine energy of Durga Ashtami bring peace and harmony to your life and your loved ones.
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