What Does Maa Durga’s Arrival on a Horseback Mean?

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Chaitra Navratri is a special time for devotees of Maa Durga. During these nine days, people worship the nine forms of Devi Shakti. On the final day, they celebrate Ram Navami, marking the birth of Bhagwan Rama. You can read more about Chaitra Navratri here.

In 2024, 9 days of Chaitra Navratri will start on April 9, Tuesday, and end on April 17, 2024, Wednesday.

Maa Durga’s Vahan for Chaitra Navratri 2024

According to the Devi Bhagwat Purana, the choice of vehicle holds special significance during the arrival and departure of Maa Durga during Navratri. When Navratri begins on a Tuesday, it is believed that the vehicle of Maa Durga is a horse. However, the arrival of Mata Rani on earth riding on a horse is considered inauspicious, and it is believed to have serious consequences.

What Does It Mean When Maa Durga Comes Riding a Horse?

If Maa arrives on a horse during Navratri, it is believed that there is a possibility of instability, tension, sudden major accidents, earthquakes, cyclones, changes of power, wars, and other disruptive events in society.

This suggests that there may be significant changes in power dynamics shortly, potentially leading to a warlike situation. However, it also signifies relief for devotees from troubles in their lives, indicating the potential for major positive changes. 

What do the Vahans of Maa Durga represent?

• When Maa Durga comes on an Elephant, it rains more, which gives good harvest.
• When Maa Durga comes on a Horse, there is a war-like situation.
• When Maa Durga comes on a Boat, it is auspicious and brings good results.
• When Maa Durga comes on a Doli or Palanquin, there is an epidemic fear.

Selection of Maa Durga’s Vahan

Maa Durga’s Vahan for Arrival

• When Maa comes on Sunday or Monday, she rides an elephant.
• When Navratri starts on Wednesday, Maa Durga arrives in a boat.
• Thursdays or Fridays see her arriving in a palanquin.
• If Navratri begins on Saturday or Tuesday, she rides a horse.

Maa Durga’s Vahan for Departure

Chaitra Navratri 2024 will end on Wednesday. As per the scriptures, when Mata Rani returns on Wednesday, she rides an elephant. This is believed to signal more rain. There will be enough rain and food in the country this time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the vehicle of Maa Durga?

A: Apart from her most important Vahan, the Lion, which Maa Durga rides all the time, she also has four more Vahans. These are the elephant, horse, boat, and palanquin.

Q: What happens if Durga comes on the boat?

A: It is considered auspicious when Maa Durga comes on a boat.

Q: What is the importance of Chaitra Navratri?

A: Chaitra Navratri marks the celebration of Maa Durga’s creation of the Brahmand and all living beings within it. It is believed that Maa Durga was entrusted with the responsibility of creating the universe. Therefore, this festival is also considered the beginning of the Hindu calendar year.