Day 3 Colour: Grey
Navratri Day 3 — Chandraghanta
चन्द्रघण्टा
"One With a Moon-Shaped Bell" • Planet: Venus
Day 3 Mantra
ॐ देवी चन्द्रघण्टायै नमः
Om Devi Chandraghantayai Namah
Chant 108 times for full benefit
Chandraghanta Prayer (Prarthana)
पिण्डज प्रवरारूढा चण्डकोपास्त्रकैर्युता। प्रसादं तनुते मह्यं चन्द्रघण्टेति विश्रुता॥
About Chandraghanta — चन्द्रघण्टा
Goddess Chandraghanta is the third form of Navdurga. She has a half-moon shaped like a bell (Ghanta) on her forehead. She rides a tiger, has ten arms carrying weapons, and represents bravery and fearlessness. Chandraghanta is the married form of Parvati — after winning Shiva through penance, she adorned herself with the crescent moon. Worshipping her removes all sins and obstacles.
Offerings & Bhog for Day 3
Offer milk or kheer to Goddess Chandraghanta. The prasad for Day 3 is milk-based sweets (kheer, rabri). Offer jasmine flowers.
Mantras to Chant on Day 3
Frequently Asked Questions
Which colour to wear on Navratri Day 3?▼
Grey is the colour for Navratri Day 3 (Chandraghanta). Grey represents the strength and determination of the warrior goddess.
What is the significance of Chandraghanta?▼
Chandraghanta's bell-shaped moon destroys negative energies when it rings. She protects devotees from evil and brings courage. Her worship grants both spiritual and worldly rewards.