Eighth Avatar of Durga: Maa Maha Gauri is worshipped on the Eighth Day of Navaratri. Maha Gauri appears as white as the moon and jasmine flowers. She has three eyes and four hands. Peace and compassion radiate from HER being and SHE is often dressed in a white or green sari. SHE holds a drum and a trident and is often depicted riding a bull. HER left hand is in the pose of allaying fear. HER right hand is in blessing mudra.
