Maa Shailaputri
Birth Place: Himalayas
Maa Shailaputri is the first form of Goddess Durga and is worshipped on the first day of Navratri. She is the daughter of the Mountain King Himalaya and symbolizes purity, strength, devotion, and courage. She rides a bull named Nandi and holds a trident and a lotus. Devotees worship her for peace, prosperity, and spiritual growth.
Basic Information
God Name
Maa Shailaputri
Avatar of
Durga Mata
God Gender
Female
Birth Place
Himalayas
Category
Devi
Weapon
Trishul
Vahan
Nandi
Favorite Color
White
Favorite Food
Kheer
Day
—
Tithi
Navami
Suggested Seva
—
Alternate Names
Parvati, Hemavati
About
Maa Shailaputri is the first manifestation of Goddess Durga and holds great significance in Hinduism. Her name means “Daughter of the Mountain,” as she is believed to be the daughter of Himavan, the king of the Himalayas. She is worshipped on the first day of Navratri, the sacred festival dedicated to Goddess Durga. Maa Shailaputri is depicted riding a bull named Nandi, holding a trident in one hand and a lotus in the other. She symbolizes purity, strength, devotion, stability, and the power of nature. According to Hindu tradition, she was Goddess Sati in her previous birth and later reincarnated as Parvati, the daughter of Himavan. Devotees offer prayers to Maa Shailaputri to seek courage, peace, prosperity, and spiritual progress. Her worship inspires faith, determination, and harmony in life.
Festivals & Occasions
Sharad Navratri Day 1
Ashwin month, Shukla Paksha, Pratipada
Top 3 Temples
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