This is why barley is sown during Navratri, its growth gives auspicious signs for the future.

chaitra navratri It started from 19th March and will continue till 27th March. There is special significance in worshiping the 9 forms of Maa Durga with rituals on Navratri. Navratri has special significance in Hindu religion. Worshiping and worshiping Goddess Durga on Navratri brings happiness, peace, strength, courage and prosperity in life. Kalash is established on the first day of Navratri and there is also a tradition of sowing barley on this day.

But do you know why barley is sown along with Kalash installation and worship on the first day of Navratri and what are its auspicious signs? Let us know its religious significance.

Mythological belief of sowing barley on Navratri

According to mythological belief, when the atrocities of demons had increased on the earth, Mother Durga saved the world by killing them. At that time there was a drought and famine like situation on earth. When Mother Durga destroyed the demons, the earth gradually started becoming green again. The first crop to grow was barley. Therefore barley is considered a symbol of progress, greenery and prosperity. There is another religious belief that when Lord Brahma created the universe, the first crop that was produced was barley. For this reason the tradition of sowing barley started on the first day of Navratri.

Religious significance and auspicious sign of barley growing

Religiously, barley is considered the first form of grain. Sowing barley during Navratri is a sign of auspiciousness and prosperity. If barley grows well and fast, then there is happiness and prosperity in the house. If barley grows weak, it may be a sign of some challenges in the future. Apart from this, by growing barley, the crop will be good in the coming time and there will be no shortage of money and grains in the house. The growth of barley is a symbol of new beginnings in life, positive energy and progress.

• Lush and dense barley growing – a sign of happiness, prosperity in the house.
• Growing of white barley is very auspicious and a sign of the blessings of Goddess Durga.
• Barley growing rapidly – sign of progress in life, increase in comforts and amenities and success in work.
• Green below and yellow above – the year will be good, but you may have to face some problems.
• Yellow color of barley – If the color of barley is yellow or black, then it is not considered auspicious.
• Barley not growing – If barley grows then it can be a sign of problems in the future.