Nawa Patrika Prawes
NepaliAlso known as: Nava Patrika Sthapana
Nawa Patrika Prawes
About Nawa Patrika Prawes
Nawa Patrika Prawes is observed on the seventh day of Navratri during Bada Dashain. It involves the worship of nine sacred plants representing the nine forms of Goddess Durga.
The nine plants include banana, turmeric, betel nut, pomegranate, jayanti, bilva, ashoka, dhruva, and manjari, each wrapped in silk cloth.
The ritual symbolises the divine feminine energy present in nature.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
The day is dedicated to the worship of nine sacred plants and the Divine Mother.
- Collect the nine sacred plants with proper rituals.
- Wrap each plant in silk cloth and place them in the puja area.
- Perform special pujas to the Nawa Patrika.
- Offer prayers to Goddess Durga for protection and blessings.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The day is marked by nature worship and spiritual practices.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Collect the nine sacred plants early in the morning.
- Wrap each plant in silk cloth with proper mantras.
- Place them in the puja area and decorate with flowers.
- Offer prayers to Goddess Durga through the Nawa Patrika.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Nawa Patrika refers to nine sacred plants that represent the nine forms of Goddess Durga, symbolising the divine feminine energy in nature.
Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.
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