Day 2 of Navratri: Brahmacharini, goddess of 'Tapa' or hard penance. Always depicted as barefeet, wearing a white saree and holding a Kamandala in one hand & Rudraksha in other. She symbolises wisdom, loyalty and knowledge. Bright aura behind her head glorifies her luster. ॐ देवी ब्रह्मचारिण्यै नमः॥