Navratri Special: 9 colours to wear on each day of the festival and their importance

The Navratri festival and Durga Puja is dedicated to worshipping Goddess Durga or her avatars and celebrated all round the globe. Navratri 2014 begins on September 25 and this festival is celebrated for nine nights and most importantly nine forms of the Devi are worshipped.

On Navratri, each Goddess of Navadurga is worshipped and puja begins with Shailputri Maa and ends with Siddhidhatri Mata. Dussehra falls on the 10th day and is celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm. Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated 20 days after Dussehra. Every year on Navratri eve, devotees are excited to know the list of nine different colours that they are supposed to wear on each day of the festival. We provide you a list of the nine colours of Navratri 2014 to be worn by devotees as well as Goddess Durga with their significance:

First Day – Ghatasthapana / Pratipada (25 September, 2014) – YELLOW

Shailaputri Maa is the first amongst Navadurga which is worshipped. On the first day of Navratri, this Goddess is dressed in a ‘Grey‘ saree and on Ghatasthapana which is done that is installation of earthen pot. The colour to wear on the first day for devotees is ‘Yellow‘.

Second Day – Dwitiya (26 September, 2014) – GREEN

Bharmacharini is the second form of mother goddess which is worshipped on the second day. It is believed that this goddess enlightens elegant forms with great power, divine and spiritual grace. The goddess is dressed in ‘Orange’ attire. The colour of the day for devotees to wear on this auspicious day is ‘Green‘.

Third Day – Tritiya (27 September, 2014) – GREY

Chandraghanta is the third appearance of the goddess who symbolises peace, serenity, beauty and bravery in one’s life. She is decorated with a ‘White‘ saree and on the third day of Navratri. Aswayuja Shukla Thadiya is done that is Gauri Vrata. Sindhoor Tritiya Sowbhagya Teej is observed on this day. ‘Grey‘ is the colour of the day for devotees.

Fourth Day – Chaturthi (28 September, 2014) – ORANGE

Kushmanda is the fourth form of goddess that is worshipped on the fourth day of Navratri. She is mainly considered as the creator of the universe. Mother goddess is drape with ‘Red‘ coloured saree and on this day Bhouma Chaturthi is followed. The colour for the fourth day is ‘Orange‘.

Fifth Day – Panchami (29 September, 2014) – WHITE

Skandamata is a face of Maa Durga always known for demolishing the demons. She is dressed in a ‘Blue’ saree and on this day and the Upang Lalitha Gauri Vrata is observed. On the fifth day of Navratri that is known as Panchami, devotees are supposed to wear ‘White’.

Sixth Day – Shashti (30 September, 2014) – RED

Katyayani is worshipped on the sixth day of Navratri. She is regarded as an avatar of Goddess Durga. She is dressed in ‘Yellow‘ attire on the sixth day of Navratri and when Maha Shashti is celebrated. People are supposed to wear ‘Red‘ on this day.

Seventh Day – Saptami – (1 October, 2014) – BLUE

Kaalratri is the seventh figure of Goddess Durga and is supposed to protect all her devotees from trouble and evil and grant them with freedom and happiness. The goddess on this day is supposed to be adorned with a ‘Green‘ coloured saree. Maha Saptami is the beginning of Utsava Puja and the colour of the day must be ‘Blue‘ for devotees.

Eighth Day – Ashtami (2 October, 2014) – PINK

Maha Gauri is worshipped on the eighth day and is regarded for forgiving her devotees’ sins and helping them to get purified. the goddess is dressed in ‘Peacock Green‘ colour on Durga Ashtami. On this day, Saraswati Mata Puja is done whole-heartedly and ‘Pink‘ is regarded as the colour of the day for all.

Ninth Day/ Tenth Day – Navami / Dashmi / Dussehra (3 October, 2014) – PURPLE

Siddhidatri is the form of Maa Durga for the ninth day of Navratri and is known to have great supernatural powers. This miraculous goddess is dressed in ‘Purple‘ attire and Maha Navami puja is done. Kanya puja is also done on this auspicious day, giving importance to females. ‘Purple‘ is the colour of the day for ardent devotees as well. This year, Navami and Dashmi / Dussehra fall on the same day that is October 3.

Happy Navratri to all out there, celebrate the nine days with great fun and enthusiasm!

Christmas Present for My Wife

Here we will not say what the Christmas gift for a wife exactly as you know according to your tastes you can give. However we will give you some tips to complement the gift you give one of the best Christmases.

To get started and believe it or not a meal is a great complement to, not speak out to the most expensive restaurant in town, we talk about a dinner prepared and served by yourself especially for her. Dinner can be private but equally it can be with the family, and this is where you will take advantage to give his final gift.

Another good Christmas present for a wife is a special outing to a concert or show, if an artist who loves is coming not hesitate to carry or even think about the possibility of traveling to another city to take the opportunity to spend an incredible moment is the best investment you can make. Try asking above if you have plans, and of course she will know that up to something but not miss the surprise, the opposite is most certainly think it's a common outlet and is eager for the day to come, making the surprise it is valued most.

A Christmas present for ideal wife is one who can enjoy herself, sometimes it's good to spend a whole day at a spa for relaxation and rejuvenation to receive it at night in a discrete family dinner.

 
Finally if you are thinking about the gift the very day of Christmas, you'll get her something that reaffirms his love like a jewel, a photo of your children or if you want to pamper her with something material a coat or shoes in your favorite color. She did not judge the usefulness of the gift if you're not careful when you go to make him, so you need to use your imagination.

Add Spark to Your Relationship With a Unique Gift

Relationships are the most important part of one’s life and for me they hold the topmost priority. However, with the passage of time, the spark in these relationships fades away and they become dull and boring. This situation is at its pen-ultimate level when the relationship we are referring to is with your spouse. 

It recently struck me that while the relationship was in its naïve stage, exchanging gifts was a norm. But as the years passed by, this gesture has gone to docks! So, I thought why not revive the lost spark in the relationship with a beautiful gift. I know this may sound clichéd to you but with little efforts, you can add the old spice to your relationship. Coming back to the gift, I first decided to pen down the ones I already presented to my hubby dearest!

Starting from the first gift till date, I realized the gifts were more or less materialistic. Cell phones, flowers, chocolates, clothes, expensive watch, wallets, etc., and the list was endless. Honestly, there wasn’t much of an option left as far as such gifts are concerned. So I thought of arranging a romantic on dinner for him. As this idea was supposed to be a surprise, I had to carefully plan everything without him even getting the slightest of hint.

Surprise dinners, phew! These can take a toll on you, can’t they? First, I had to decide the perfect romantic destination. Any rom-com movie will teach you that there are three ingredients to a perfect dinner date – beach side or roof top location, wine, and the kiss! I figured out the first ingredient by booking a posh, it cost me a fortune, but little efforts (read money) had to be spent. It was time for the second ingredient. Red wine was our hot favorite throughout the years of dating, and thus I arranged for aged, imported French red wine. And, the kiss? Well, it will be my consolation price after the date! 

So, my final checklist is ready. Romantic hotel – check, red wine – check, pretty dress – check, candles – check, and finally exotic food to suit the occasion – check! Now, the countdown begins for our first surprise date post marriage! All you beautiful people out there take cue from this and plan something to bring back the charm and spice in your relationship.

Symbolism of Black Roses

Flowers have always been used to express man’s deepest emotions of love, passion, and sympathy. On most occasions, when words become insufficient to express one’s feelings, flowers do the trick. The most popular flower, Rose, is undoubtedly the most beautiful flower as well. One can find the rarest of colors in roses, which are appealing to the human soul and eyes. We bring to you insights about the most unusual flower, the black rose!

Existence of Black Rose

Black rose has found its existence in fiction, especially in Gothic fiction. In reality, deep red or maroon colored roses are referred to as black roses. Generally, the color of a deep red rose is darkened by using a mixture of water and black ink. There is no real existence of black rose and it is just a part of fiction. 

Meaning of Black Rose

However, black roses have a great significance in fiction. They are chosen for depicting situations which are filled with grief or pain. Some of the most-common meanings of the flower are mentioned below. 

Mourning

Black is the considered to be the color of death, and black roses are associated with mourning and death. Thus, these roses are included in funeral processions. Also, when a person is leaving for war or other dangerous journeys, they are given black roses to symbolize that they are not expected to return from their journey. 

Heartbreak/ Sad Love

The sudden feeling of heartbreak or end of a relationship is associated with black rose. Usually, you will find situations in fiction where black roses are sent to lovers to show the death of a relationship. It also depicts the end of a bad phase/bad habit in one’s life. They also show a deep amount of hatred or revenge that one is waiting to take. 

Political Symbolism

In world politics, black rose has a significant role. It is used as a symbol of the anarchist movement. The journal of the anarchist ideas which was published in Boston was titled Black Rose. The Irish had Black Rose as its codeword when the British law of prohibition of mention of Ireland as a sovereign nation, was passed. 

Black roses are usually sent on occasions filled with grief, sorrow, and sadness! However, if you know someone dealing with such difficult situation, you can send these roses to them.

Navratri 2014 : 9 (Nine) Days Dress Colour List You Should Wear

While I was taking a look at the calendar, it struck me that the colorful season of Navratri is just round the corner. As a kid, I was always fascinated with the ensemble of colors during this festive season. I remember standing by my window every night during Navratri and watch ladies don colorful ghagras and dresses, and going to play dandiya. However, I used to observe girls wearing similar-colored dresses. I remember asking my grandmother the reason for the same. Now, with this season just round the corner, I thought of penning down this piece of information for all of you.

Navratri colours 2014 - 9 Days Dress Colour list

Navratri Day 1 – Pratipada – Yellow – September 25th, 2014
Navratri Day 2 – Dwitiya – Green – September 26th, 2014
Navratri Day 3 – Tritiya – Grey – September 27th, 2014
Navratri Day 4 – Chaturthi – Orange – September 28th, 2014
Navratri Day 5 – Panchami – White – September 29th, 2014
Navratri Day 6 – Sashti – Red – September 30th, 2014
Navratri Day 7 – Saptami – Blue – October 1st, 2014
Navratri Day 8 – Ashtami – Pink – October 2nd, 2014
Navratri Day 9 – Navami – Violet – October 3rd, 2014

As most of us are aware, Goddess Durga has 9 incarnations. During the nine days of Navratri, these nine incarnations of Goddess Durga are worshipped. To celebrate these incarnations, each day the idol is dressed in one unique color. Worshippers showcase their love for the Goddess by dressing up in the similar color. This uniqueness of colors has enhanced the fun element of this eventful festival. Each of this color represents a particular quality of the Goddess. 

The nine colors that are unique to this festival are – Grey, Orange, White, Red, Blue, Yellow, Green, Purple, and Pink. In certain places, the Devi is not dressed up in grey but blue is added to represent the grey color. However, aren’t you curious to know the exact meaning of these colors? I know, you surely are! Let us take a look at each of the above mentioned colors with the incarnation associated with it alongside the quality that it represents.

Grey: This color is associated with Maha Kali which means the ‘one who grants wishes’. 

Orange: Goddess Chamunda is the incarnation of the Devi which is associated with this color. Its meaning is ‘one who is courageous’.

White: The incarnation associated with this color is that of Goddess Parvati. Its meaning is the ‘one who has all the gunas (qualities)’.

Red: This color is associated with Goddess Durga who represent the ‘one who is always in action’.

Sky Blue: Goddess Bhuvaneshvari is the incarnation of the Devi, associated with this color. Its meaning is ‘one who represents illusion’.

Deep Blue: The incarnation associated with this color is that of Goddess Narayani. Its meaning is the ‘one who is good-natured’.

Royal Blue: This color is associated with Goddess Renuka Devi who represent the ‘one who inspires’.

Yellow: Goddess Saraswati is the incarnation associated with this color. Its meaning is the ‘one who works hard’.

Green: The incarnation associated with this color is that of Goddess Jagadamba. Its meaning is the ‘one who is nature’.

Parrot Green: This color is associated with Goddess Amba who represent the ‘one who is compassionate’.

Purple: Goddess Kushmada is the incarnation associated with this color. Its meaning is the ‘one who signifies beginnings’.

I am all set with my dresses of all the nine colors to celebrate this festival. You too get ready to celebrate this Navratri by being a part of these glitterati. I wish you all a very Happy Navratri. May Goddess Durga spread love and happiness in your lives!