Kalash Sthapana (Ghatasthapana): The Start of Chaitra Navratri

Mar 29, 2025 Komal Das

The Beginning: Kalash Sthapana marks the start of Chaitra Navratri, a nine-day celebration dedicated to Goddess Durga

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The Ritual: It is a Vedic ceremony to invoke divine energies into a Kalash, symbolizing purity and prosperity

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Significance of Navratri: Chaitra Navratri honors the nine forms of Goddess Durga and marks the arrival of spring with devotion

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Preparing the Kalash: The Kalash is filled with water, topped with mango leaves and a coconut, and adorned with red cloth

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Auspicious Timing: Kalash Sthapana is performed on the first day of Navratri (Pratipada), during the auspicious morning hours

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The Altar Setup: A clean altar is prepared with sacred soil and barley seeds, symbolizing growth and prosperity

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Invoking the Goddess: The Kalash invites Goddess Durga into homes, seeking blessings for health, wealth, and happiness

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A Divine Start: Kalash Sthapana begins nine days of devotion, bringing joy, prosperity, and spiritual transformation

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