On Day 3 of Shardiya Navratri, we worship the fierce yet sympathetic goddess Chandraghanta, the epitome of strength and courage. Her bell-shaped crown, with the crescent moon, represents the balance of power and tranquillity. The color of the day is grey, which represents peace, neutrality, and the strength found in balance.
Navratri Day 3.
to honor Maa Chandraghanta, who is the third form of Maa Durga. On this auspicious day, devotees offer prayers to Goddess Chandraghanta with immense devotion and dedication and perform various puja rituals to seek blessings of Maa Durga. pic.twitter.com/ZS2luX7osv— 🇮🇳 Subash Vaid 🇮🇳 (@scvaid23) October 4, 2024
Why Gray for Navratri day 3?
Gray may appear normal, but it has deep importance. It signifies the delicate border between extremes, where tranquility meets power, just like Goddess Chandraghanta. It’s the ideal color to celebrate the goddess who represents both strong protection and tranquillity.
How to celebrate Navratri day 3 with the elegance of grey
Set the mood with gray decor
Transform your home with delicate gray tones to create an ambiance that represents the goddess’s serene yet powerful spirit.
Choose gray drapes or pillows to add a touch of elegance to your home décor. To create a tranquil, ethereal atmosphere, add some silver or metallic gray candles or lanterns.
Food offering
Honor the goddess Chandraghanta with bhog offerings that strike a balance between simplicity and richness. Light-colored dishes, such as sesame treats (til ladoos) and khichdi made with moong dal and rice, mirror the earthy tones of grey.
You can also serve silver-coated sweets like kaju katli or badam barfi, which have a greyish shine and will give a festive touch to your bhog tray.
If you’re serving savory meals, consider adding a sprinkling of black sesame or poppy seeds to represent grey’s grounding nature.
Gray outfit for a bold yet subtle statement
Gray can be both powerful and elegant when it comes to festive fashion. Choose a beautiful gray saree in silk or chiffon with silver embroidery for a style that is both strong and ethereal. Gray co-ords or a kurta and palazzo combination in lighter tones can create a contemporary yet traditional look, ideal for the modern Navratri celebration.
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To add a subtle touch of nature to your festive style, choose oxidised silver jewellery.
Gift in shades of gray
To bring safety and peace into your life, offer a gray chunni or a set of silver anklets to Goddess Chandraghanta. Silver jhumke or even a little silver idol of the goddess, symbolizing power and grace, make nice gifts for friends and family.
