- By Kashish Rai
- Fri, 12 Apr 2024 06:08 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Chaitra Navratri 2024 Day 5: Goddess Skandmata is worshipped on the fifth day of Navratri. She is regarded as the mother of Skanda (Lord Kartikeya). She is the fifth incarnation of Goddess Durga, and she represents compassion, motherhood, and an affectionate heart. Usually depicted with four hands, Skandamata is seen clutching lotus blooms in her upper two hands. She is holding Lord Kartikeya in one of her right hands, and she has her other right hand in the Abhaya Mudra. She is sometimes referred to as Goddess Padmasana, perched atop a lotus blossom. Those who pray to her in this form are also blessed with the ability to adore Lord Kartikeya. The goddess Skandamata is described as having a Shubhra complexion, which is a synonym for being white or pure.
Chaitra Navratri 2024 Day 5: Puja Vidhi Of Goddess Skandmata
- After taking a bath, devotees must offer incense and flowers to goddess Skandmata and light a ghee diya in front of her image.
- The devotees must recite mantras and offer prayers to the divine goddess.
- Towards the culmination of the Puja, devotees must perform aarti of the divine goddess and offer bananas and nuts as bhog to the goddess.
The fifth incarnation of goddess Durga - Goddess Skandmata is worshipped on the fifth day of Navratri. (Image Source: Canva)
Chaitra Navratri 2024 Day 5: Goddess Skandmata Mantra
- Mata Skandmata Stuti - Ya Devi Sarvabhuteshu Maa Skandmata Rupena
Samstitha |
Namastasyai Namastasyai Namastasyai Namo Namah ||
- Mata Skandmata Mantra - Om Devi Skandmataye Namah ||
Chaitra Navratri 2024 Day 5: Bhog For Mata Skandmata
Devotees can offer almonds, cashews and bananas as bhog to goddess Skandmata to seek her choicest blessings.
Chaitra Navratri 2024 Day 5: Colour Of The Day
Chaitra Navratri's fifth day is devoted to Skandmata. On this day, devotees might wear grey clothing to receive the blessings of parenthood, spiritual growth, and a loving heart.
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