Navratri is a 9-day festival devoted to worshipping different avatars of Goddess Durga, also known as NavaDurga. A different avatar is worshipped each day, and a specific bhog (offering) is presented to the Goddess.

The nine avatars of Maa Durga are Maa Shailputri, Maa Brahmacharini, Maa Chandraghanta, Maa Kushmanda, Maa Skandamata, Maa Katyayani, Maa Kalaratri, Maa Mahagauri, and Maa Siddhidatri. The bhog offerings are considered sacred and auspicious and devotees seek blessings for prosperity and vitality.

Significance of offering bhog during Navratri

Offering bhog while fasting during Navratri invokes the blessing of Goddess Durga. Each nine-day has a distinct bhog offering, corresponding to the Goddess' avatar. Bhog is a way of showing devotion and several auspicious and spiritual benefits.

What bhog to offer

Day 1:

On day 1 of Navratri, Maa Shailputri is worshipped. Devotees worship her and offer pure desi Ghee as bhog. It is believed to invoke the blessings of the Goddess for a disease-free life.

Day 2:

Maa Brahmacharini is prayed on day 2 of Navratri. Sugar is offered as bhog to the Goddess. It symbolises the longevity of life, ensuring a fulfilling life without early, untimely death.

Day 3:

Day 3 of Navratri involves worshipping Maa Chandraghanta. On this day, bhog prepared from milk, like kheer or any other milk-based dessert is given to the Goddess. It signifies happiness in life, removing all the pains from one’s life.

Day 4:

On the fourth day of Navratri, Maa Kushmanda is worshipped, and Malpua is offered as the bhog. This offering is believed to please the Goddess and enhance intellect and decision-making abilities.

Day 5:

The fifth day of Navratri involves worshipping Mata Skandmata. Banana is offered as bhog on this day. It evokes the blessings of good health and is considered auspicious.

Day 6:

Maa Katyayani is prayed on the sixth day of Navratri. Honey is offered to the Goddess on this day. It represents harmony and bestows peace.

Day 7:

Maa Kalaratri is prayed to on the seventh day of Navratri. Jaggery is offered to the Goddess. She safeguards against evil powers and grants her devotees strength.

Day 8:

Maa Mahagauri is worshipped on the eighth day. Coconut is the bhog for this day. It symbolises new beginnings. On this day Kanya Puja is also performed.

Day 9:

Maa Siddhidatri is worshipped on the final day of Navratri. Sesame seeds or tils are offered as bhog on this day. As the Goddess of Siddhis, she grants all the wishes of the devotees.

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