Creative Writing
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Siddhidatri: The Bestower of Fulfillment
On Navaratri’s final day, Siddhidatri is honored. The goddess is seated on a lotus and holds a conch, discus, mace, and lotus. She grants siddhis and spiritual powers, and awakens consciousness beyond limits.From Day 1 to Day 8, each form of goddess has helped us get rid of our sins, negativities, conquer our inner darkness Continue reading
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Mahagauri: The Light of Renewal
On the eighth day, Mahagauri shines—radiant in white, riding a bull with a trident and drum. Her purity reflects liberation, cleansed of past burdens like a stream after rain.She fosters forgiveness and new beginnings, guiding us toward clarity and grace. To invoke Mahagauri is to embrace renewal after trials, restoring inner peace. Her presence supports Continue reading
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Kalaratri: The Purifier of Darkness
On Navaratri’s seventh day, Kalaratri appears—dark-skinned with unbound hair, riding a donkey, wielding a sword and noose. She represents the night that dispels ignorance, offering rest through the destruction of fear.Kalaratri fosters courage to face inner shadows, cutting away negative patterns for renewal. To invoke her is to confront darkness with resolve, paving the way Continue reading
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Katyayani: The Fierce Defender
On the sixth day, Katyayani emerges—a warrior born from sage Katyayan’s penance, wielding a sword and lotus atop a lion, her red hue vibrant with life. The sword cuts through injustice, the lotus preserving grace in battle.She empowers decisive action and inspires us with the strength to confront adversity and transform growth into change. To Continue reading
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Skandamata: The Nurturing Mother
On Navaratri’s fifth day, Skandamata is worshipped—mother of Kartikeya, holding her son with lotuses in hand, seated on a lotus with a radiant glow. She embodies maternal love, her purity rising above chaos like a lotus in still waters.Skandamata promotes family harmony and emotional healing, teaching care balanced with boundaries. To invoke her is to Continue reading
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Kushmanda: The Spark of Creation
On the fourth day, Kushmanda shines—creator of the universe, her eight arms holding weapons with a radiant smile, seated on a lion. Her name, linked to the pumpkin, reflects the life force that sparks creation from formless to formed.She awakens inner vitality, encouraging us to overcome doubt and nurture new ideas. To invoke Kushmanda is Continue reading
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Chandraghanta: The Guardian of Balance
On Navaratri’s third morning, Chandraghanta is revered, named for the crescent moon on her forehead, her golden form wielding ten weapons atop a tiger. The moon signifies intuition, paired with the tiger’s strength, blending calm with protective power.She fosters courage and alertness, teaching harmony between serenity and readiness to uphold justice. To invoke Chandraghanta is Continue reading
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Brahmacharini: The Seeker of Discipline
On Navaratri’s second day, Brahmacharini appears—Parvati’s ascetic form, holding a rosary and water pot, symbols of her devotion to penance and wisdom. Her name, tied to “Brahma,” reflects boundless pursuit of knowledge through disciplined focus.She embodies the strength of restraint, guiding scattered energies toward clarity, much like a river finding its course. Brahmacharini teaches that Continue reading
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Shailaputri: The Mountain’s Daughter
On Navaratri’s first morning, Shailaputri appears. She is the “Daughter of the Mountain” and Parvati’s primal form, born from the Himalayas’ ancient embrace. She rides a bull, with steady calm, and holds a trident for strength and a lotus for grace, symbols of her mountain origins. Mountains embody resilience, standing firm against storms with roots Continue reading
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Ahmedabad Readers Club: A Heartfelt Second Meet!
On May 24, 2025, the Ahmedabad Readers Club gathered in Ahmedabad for its second meet. As a grammar-loving book enthusiast, I found it an utterly engaging affair! Our group of devoted readers dove into The 40 Rules of Love by Elif Shafak. This sparked some healthy, inspiring discussion; the conversation was nothing short of transformative. Continue reading
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