Mahalaya Amavasye

Mahalaya Amavasya, also known as Mahalaya, is a Hindu festival that marks the beginning of the nine-day festival of Navaratri. It is observed on the no moon day (Amavasya) that falls in the month of Ashwin, which is September or October in the Gregorian calendar.

Mahalaya Amavasya is a time of great devotion and spiritual significance for Hindus, with special prayers, rituals, and ceremonies held in temples and homes. The festival is marked by the recitation of the Mahalaya Mahatmya, a sacred text that tells the story of the descent of the goddess Durga to earth to fight the demon Mahishasura. It is also a time for Hindus to offer their devotion and devotion to the goddess and to seek her blessings and protection. Mahalaya Amavasya is an important festival in the Hindu calendar and is celebrated by Hindus around the world.

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Oct 14 2023
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