The third day of Durga Puja, called Tritiya, is dedicated to Goddess Chandraghanta. She represents courage, peace, and protection. Worship on this day helps devotees remove negativity, build inner strength, and live with balance and discipline.
Significance of Tritiya, The Third Day of Durga Puja
Maa Chandraghanta’s blessings bring justice and harmony. Her half-moon bell and lion symbolize vigilance and readiness to face challenges while staying calm and composed. Devotion on this day protects against obstacles and invites spiritual clarity.
Rituals to Perform on Tritiya
- Wake up early, bathe, and keep the altar and home pure.
- Offer red or jasmine flowers, kumkum, sweets, and ghee diya to the goddess.
- Recite Durga Saptashati, Chalisa, or Chandraghanta mantras.
- Eat or offer only sattvic food, such as fruits, milk, and simple vegetarian dishes.
- Meditate, chant, or sing bhajans with a peaceful mind.
- Break the fast only after offering prasad to Maa.
What to Avoid on Tritiya
- Avoid non-vegetarian food, alcohol, onion, garlic, or stale meals.
- Do not cut nails or hair, as it is seen as inauspicious.
- Refrain from gossip, anger, or disrespectful speech.
- Never leave the sacred lamp unattended.
- Do not engage in negative thoughts or actions against others.
Devotion Through Discipline
Tritiya reminds us that devotion is not only about rituals but also about purity, discipline, and kindness. Honoring Maa Chandraghanta with sincerity ensures courage, peace, and protection throughout the festival.
Embrace the Tritiya rituals with faith and allow Maa Chandraghanta to guide you toward balance and strength.
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