what are some philosophical overlaps between Navratri and Jain philosophy

Navratri, a Hindu festival, celebrates the victory of the goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasura, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil and the restoration of dharma. Jain philosophy similarly emphasizes the conquest of inner passions and impurities (kashayas) to achieve liberation (moksha). Both traditions value self-discipline, austerity, and the purification of the soul. During Navratri, devotees engage in fasting, prayer, and meditation, paralleling Jain practices of austerity and self-restraint. The festival's focus on spiritual awakening and the eradication of negative tendencies resonates with Jain teachings on overcoming Ghātiyā karmas (destructive karmas) and Jñānāvaraṇīya karmas (knowledge-obscuring karmas). While Navratri centers on divine intervention and worship, Jainism stresses personal effort and ethical conduct. Nonetheless, the shared philosophical overlap lies in the emphasis on inner transformation, ethical living, and the ultimate victory of purity and knowledge over ignorance and vice.