Mata Katyayani Jap

Maa Katyayani is the sixth form among the nine manifestations of Goddess Durga. She is worshipped on the sixth day of Navratri. According to the Puranas, the emergence of the Goddess took place through the combined radiance of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. Several accounts of her miracles are found. The chanting of the Katyayani mantra is extremely beneficial for marriageable young women and newlywed couples. This mantra helps in bringing peace, love, and prosperity in life.

If this mantra is chanted with proper method and devotion, Maa Katyayani fulfils all the wishes of her devotees. Her worship not only removes obstacles in marital life but also fills life with happiness, peace, and prosperity.

The worship of Maa Katyayani liberates devotees from sins and leads them toward spiritual growth. With her blessings, devotees experience a life of love, peace, and contentment.

Form of Maa Katyayani

The divine form of Maa Katyayani symbolizes her great power and unique strength. Her four arms hold special significance:

1. Abhaya Mudra (Right upper hand): Grants devotees’ freedom from fear and protection.

2. Sword (Left upper hand): Destroys evil forces and dangers.

3. Varada Mudra (Right lower hand): Bestows grace and blessings upon devotees.

4. Lotus Flower (Left lower hand): Represents purity, good fortune, and spiritual energy.

Her vehicle, the lion, symbolizes courage and strength. Worshipping Maa Katyayani leads to the attainment of the four goals of life—Dharma (righteousness), Artha (wealth), Kama (desires), and Moksha (liberation). By her grace, diseases, sorrow, and fear are destroyed.

Historical and Mythological Significance

According to the Bhagavata Purana, the worship of Katyayani was first performed by the Gopis of Gokul to obtain Lord Shri Krishna as their husband. Through this worship, the Gopis pleased Shri Krishna, and their wishes were fulfilled.

This worship still holds special importance for young women today. It is especially performed with prayers to quickly and suitably find a life partner.