During the first three days of Navratri, Devi was adorned in kumkum, representing Durga, a fierce, earthy form of the divine, associated with power and material wellbeing.
An offering of flowers to Devi on the first day of Navratri
Devi looks resplendant in turmeric on the fourth day of Navratri. The fourth, fifth, and sixth day represent the feminine quality of Devi in the form of Lakshmi (rajas).
Linga Bhairavi covered in sandalwood paste during the last three days of Navratri, representing Sarasvati (sattva) or the quality of transcendence
Dhanya Samarpanam – grains, representing life energies, are offered to Devi on each day of Navratri as an appeal for her grace.
Beautiful lamps adorn Linga Bhairavi's abode
A sublime Carnatic violin rendition by Sankaran Menon and Isha Samskriti
Every night of Navratri was witness to fabulous cultural performances that were available for all to enjoy via livestream
Isha Samskriti alumni take the stage
A masterful Bharatanatyam performance by Divya Nayar – an illustrous alumnus of the Kalakshetra College of Fine Arts and a classical dance teacher at Isha Samskriti
Steeped in classical music from childhood, a deep sense of devotion effortlessly flows through Isha Samskriti students' musical offerings.
An exquisite and colorful offering of classical dance by Isha Samskriti
Isha Samskriti students were accompanied by their teachers on stage as they lit up Navratri nights with their skill and devotion
The series of Navratri concerts concludes with "Thala Vadhya Melam," a vibrant percussion performance by Isha Samskriti
Devi Dandam: Devotion to the feminine expression of the Divine is the essence of Navratri.