3 November•Krishna Paksha Navami
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Kali Puja

Kali Puja

Kali Puja is a day of puja, with the rites of the tradition and offerings of the community.

Presiding DeityThe Divine Mother
CategoryPuja & Observance

Significance & Spiritual Meaning

Spiritual philosophy, inner meaning and eternal virtues

Significance & Spiritual Meaning

Kali Puja is observed with worship. The rites follow the local tradition, with a lamp, flowers, prayers and a shared meal. This day is dedicated to The Divine Mother.

Spiritual philosophy, inner meaning and eternal virtues

Worship on the day renews devotion and brings the family and community together.

Key Rituals & Observance

Step-by-step sacred rituals and worship practices

  1. 1Step 1

    Bathe early and dress in clean clothes.

  2. 2Step 2

    Make the sankalpa and perform the puja with flowers, incense and a lamp.

  3. 3Step 3

    Recite the prayers and mantras of the day.

  4. 4Step 4

    Offer prasad and share it with family and neighbours.

Sacred Deity & Powerful Mantras

The Divine Mother • Vedic and Puranic chants for peace and blessings

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The Divine Mother · Mantra

ॐ दुं दुर्गायै नमः ॥

Om Dum Durgayai Namah

Meaning

Salutations to The Divine Mother.

108 JapaSacred Mantra