Navratri and Its Spiritual Significance
The nine-day Indian festival
Navaratri which means nine nights — is an Indian festival that celebrates the Divine Feminine. The nine nights symbolize being born again like an unborn baby, which takes nine months of gestation to develop and grow in the mother’s womb. These nine days are dedicated to seeking rest to rejuvenate one’s mind, body, and soul.
Mahishasura and his Boon-
According to legend, there lived a demon king, Mahishasura. He was powerful and ambitious. He wanted to rule over the entire universe. But he knew that to succeed in his endeavors, the demons needed to gain power over their bitter enemies, the gods.
Mahishasura prayed fervently to Brahma (the creator of the universe). After years of penance, Brahma was finally pleased and offered him a wish.
Brahma said, “Tell me, what you want and your wish shall be granted.”
“I want to become immortal.” The demon king said.
Brahma replied, “It is not possible. Whoever is born must die. Ask for anything else, and it will be yours.”
“Grant me a boon that no man or god can ever kill me,” replied Mahishasura, thinking that he had fooled Brahma into giving him exactly what he desired.
