Navratri Prayer

XX: Prayer is a way of channelling and transmitting energy. It can bring joy, inspiration, healing, peace, excitement and even bliss. Let us join the chorus for the prayer song.
Children, we assembled here to celebrate and to know some information about Navratri.
Santhosh, can you explain what is Navratri?
YY: Ofcourse Krithitha; Navratri is celebrated as a nine day period of worship dedicated to the nine forms of the Hindu deity Durga. Navratri is a combination of two words. 'Nav' means nine while 'ratri' means night. Therefore, this celebration is literally translated as 'nine nights'. The tenth day is the festival of Vijaya Dhasami.

XX: You mean Dussehra.

YY: Yes, You are correct. Vijaya Dhasami is called as Dussehra.

XX:

This form of the goddess has nine aspects. Navratri therefore is dedicated to the worship of these aspects. Each form or aspect of the goddess has its own day dedicated to it.
Durga is considered to be a combination of the Trinity of goddesses. They are Saraswati, Parvati, and Lakshmi. During Navratri, these three main goddesses are worshipped as well. The central theme of Navratri thought is the triumph of good over evil.
XX: Thank you, Santhosh for you valuable information. Friends I hope you must have got some ideas about Navratri.
Now it is time to listen to a song by our friends.
Song-------------Navrantham
XX: It was really marvellous. Now we know Navratri is celebrated for nine days but we must know how the days are classified and what are their importance.
Now I call upon Harshini and Maansi to say the importance of the days.
Harshini :1st to 3rd day of Navratri
The first three days are dedicated solely to the worship of the goddess Durga. During this period, her energy and power are worshipped.
On the first day, Kumari is worshipped, which signifies the girl child. The second day is dedicated to Parvati, who is the embodiment of a young woman. On the third day, Kali is worshipped. This form represents the woman who has reached

Although these days are dedicated to Lakshmi, the goddess Saraswati is invoked on the fifth day. This day is referred to as Lalita Panchami. On this day, all the books and other literature are gathered in one place. Then, a 'diya' or lamp is lit in front of them to call upon the goddess Saraswati.

7th to 8th day of Navratri
The seventh day is dedicated to worshipping Saraswati, the goddess of art and knowledge.
On the eight day, a 'yagna' is performed. This comprises of a sacrifice, which is offered to the sacred fire. The sacrifice honours the goddess Durga as well as bids her farewell. The sacrifice or offering is made out of clarified butter (ghee), rice pudding (kheer), and sesame seeds.
9th day of Navratri The ninth day is the culmination of the entire Navratri celebrations. This day is referred to as 'Mahanavami'. Vijay Dashami is considered extremely auspicious and marks the commencement of a new beginning for the children interested in education, music and dance. Farmers and artisans too worship their respective implements or instruments. Vijay Dashmi is one of those festivals which signifies the real meaning of good and symbolises the path of righteousness.
XX: Thank you Harshini and Maani. Friends let me ask you one question, When I say Navratri what is the most important thing that comes to our mind? Any