Summary: Durga is a fierce manifestation of Goddess Shakti and is the ultimate destroyer of evil forces. She incarnated to save the universe from the clutches of demons and grant divine protection to every child of hers in the cosmos. As per sacred texts, Durga took 9 powerful forms called Nava Durga to destroy the demonic forces and protect the universe. The Nava Durga forms include Shailaputri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Kushmanda, Skandamata, Katyayani, Kalaratri, Maha Gauri, and Siddhidatri. Each form of Nava Durga is depicted with unique powers and blessings, and are generally worshipped during Navaratri, one form on each night of the 9 Goddess nights.Nava Durga mantra comprises of 9 powerful mantras for the 9 forms of the Supreme Goddess. Chanting or listening to the Nava Durga mantra can instill peace, happiness, boost strength, confidence, and vitality, fulfill wishes, and grant divine protection.
