Sharad Navratri in South Korea

Introduction

Sharad Navratri 2026 in South Korea is observed by the Hindu community with daily worship, fasting, and prayer focused on Goddess Durga.

History

The festival celebrates the victory of goodness and the divine feminine power. In South Korea, Navratri is kept in a warm community setting with devotion and calm observance.

Rituals

• Begin with Ghatasthapana and Kalash installation.
• Offer daily prayer and recite mantras.
• Keep fasts and share prasad.
• Attend bhajan and devotional gatherings.
• Conclude with Vijayadashami.

Events

• Ghatasthapana:
  
  The festival begins with sacred installation and invocation of the goddess.
  

  11 October 2026 6:19 AM KST - 11 October 2026 10:12 AM KST

• Ashtami & Navami:
  
  The central worship days are marked by fasting and prayer.
  

  18 October 2026 Morning 6:00 AM KST - 19 October 2026 Afternoon 4:00 PM KST

• Vijayadashami:
  
  The final day celebrates the end of the festival with blessings and devotion.
  

  20 October 2026 Afternoon 1:00 PM KST - 20 October 2026 4:30 PM KST

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