Navratri 2025 Day 7: Worship Maa Kalaratri to Remove Ghostly Obstacles And Good Health

The seventh day of Shardiya Navratri is dedicated to the worship of Maa Durga’s fiercest and most powerful form — Maa Kalaratri. She is revered as the destroyer of fear, enemies, and evil forces. Worshiping her on this day is believed to grant courage, strength, and protection from negative energies. For devotees going through fear, anxiety, or difficult times, the seventh day is especially auspicious. Let’s explore in detail the significance, story, rituals, auspicious color, and offerings associated with this day.

When is the Seventh Day of Navratri?

Shardiya Navratri 2025’s seventh day will fall on 29 September 2025 (Monday).

The Form of Maa Kalaratri

Maa Kalaratri, the seventh form of Navadurga, is considered a mysterious yet supremely powerful manifestation. Her complexion is deep black, giving her the name Kalaratri (meaning “the dark night”). • Her appearance may seem terrifying, with disheveled hair and a garland sparking like lightning. • Three fiery eyes radiate flames, and even her breath emits fire. • Her mount is a donkey, symbolizing unyielding strength to overcome adversities. • Her right upper hand is in Abhaya Mudra (removing fear), and the right lower hand in Varada Mudra (granting boons). • In her left hands, she carries a sword (justice and protection of dharma) and a lotus flower (purity and spiritual energy).

Despite her fearsome look, she blesses devotees with auspiciousness, which is why she is also called Shubhkari.

The Legend of Maa Kalaratri

According to mythology, when demons Shumbha, Nishumbha, and their generals Chanda and Munda began terrorizing the universe, Maa Durga assumed her fierce form as Kalaratri. • Her terrifying appearance sent demons fleeing in panic. • She killed Chanda and Munda, offering their heads to Maa Chamunda, earning her the name Chamunda. • Later, she fought Raktabeej, a demon whose blood drops spawned new demons. Maa Kalaratri drank his blood before it could touch the ground, ultimately slaying him.

Through her valor, she liberated gods and humanity from demonic oppression. This story is vividly described in the Durga Saptashati and Markandeya Purana.

Significance of the Seventh Day

Worshiping Maa Kalaratri brings: • Freedom from fear, negative energies, and evil spirits. • Removal of obstacles in important tasks. • Courage, confidence, and spiritual strength. • Happiness, peace, and prosperity in the family. • Activation of the Sahasrara Chakra, leading to deeper meditation and spiritual wisdom.

Worship Rituals of Maa Kalaratri

• Take a morning bath and wear dark blue or deep-colored clothes. • Purify the altar with Gangajal and install the idol or image of Maa Kalaratri. • Light a lamp, incense, and offer prayers. • Offer red flowers, sandalwood paste, vermilion, and rice grains (Akshat). • Her favorite flowers include Rajnigandha (Tuberose) and Marigold. • Prepare offerings like jaggery-based sweets, sesame dishes, fresh fruits, and honey. • Chant the mantra “ॐ देवी कालरात्र्यै नमः” 108 times. • Recite the Ratri Suktam from the Durga Saptashati. • Conclude with Aarti and distribute Prasad among family and devotees.

Maa Kalaratri’s Favorite Offerings

Maa Kalaratri is especially fond of jaggery and sesame preparations such as jaggery laddoos, halwa, and malpua. Offering these is believed to ensure good health and protection from diseases. Fresh fruits and honey are also considered auspicious. Sharing this prasad with Brahmins and the needy is said to invoke special blessings of the Goddess, bringing peace, prosperity, and happiness.

The Mantra of Maa Kalaratri

The most powerful mantra for this day is:

“ॐ देवी कालरात्र्यै नमः”

Chanting this removes fear, anxiety, and mental unrest. It also helps in overcoming obstacles, building confidence, and ensuring protection from negative energies.

Auspicious Color of the Seventh Day

The auspicious color for Navratri Day 7 in 2025 is Orange. This color symbolizes energy, enthusiasm, and positivity, filling life with joy and vibrancy.

Spiritual Benefits of Worship

• Boosts confidence and courage. • Removes fear, sorrow, and illness. • Brings victory over enemies and evil forces. • Enhances spiritual growth through the activation of the Sahasrara Chakra. • Ensures good health, peace of mind, and prosperity.