The most auspicious time of Navratra

संधि काल Sandhi Kal of Ashtami and Navami (48 minutes)

24 minutes before Ashtami ends to 24 minutes after Navami starts, is the time when Devi takes the form of Chamunda Mata. Time need not be Sunrise or Sunset of Ashtami or Navami.

According to the पंचांग Panchang (Hindu Calendar) each तिथि Tithi lasts for about 24 hours . If for example the Navami starts at 21.30 pm in the night then auspicious time will start at 21.06 (which is Astami ) and continue untill 21.54 (of Navami). This 48 minutes is called संद्धि क्षण Sandhi kshan or period of transit, when Devi in the form of चामुण्डा Chamunda is killing Chanda and Munda (the demons). That is regarded as the most auspicious time of Navratri as Devi is ready to give boon after Sandhi kshan is over .

During this most auspicious time of Navratra, a few moment of pray, chants, recites or path may results blessings of Mother Goddess Durga.

I personally recommend Kunjika Stotram and/or Narvaan Mantra (Aum Aim Rim Klim Chamundaaye Vichhe)

Chanting of these great mantras will help you

Ashtami-Navami Sandhi Kal of Ashwin Navaratra 2008 (Delhi India)

Starting Time : 03.11 AM (IST) 8 Oct 2008

Ending at: 03.59 AM (IST) 8 Oct 2008

As per Hindu Calendar Ashtami Tithi ends on Wed, 8 Oct at 3.35AM IST (Late Night of Tue, 7th Oct)

Note : Each day and time of Navaratra is very auspicious.

Ashtami Tithi ending time for International locations