5th Day of Navratri: Worshiping Skandamata on October 7th, 2024

On the fifth day of Navratri, October 7th, 2024, devotees honor and worship Goddess Skandamata, the nurturing and powerful mother of Skanda (Lord Kartikeya). As one of the nine forms of Goddess Durga, Skandamata is revered for her divine grace, motherly love, and the strength she provides to overcome challenges. Worshipping her on this day is believed to bring immense blessings, prosperity, and the protection of one’s children and family.

Who is Goddess Skandamata?

Skandamata is depicted with four arms: two holding lotus flowers, one carrying her son Skanda on her lap, and the fourth offering blessings. She rides a lion, symbolizing courage and strength. Skandamata embodies the purest form of motherly love and represents the strength that nurtures and protects. She is often described as a goddess who grants wisdom, prosperity, and liberation to her devotees.

Significance of Worshiping Skandamata

Worshipping Skandamata on this day holds a deep spiritual significance. As the mother of Lord Skanda, she represents the bond between a mother and child. Her worship helps devotees tap into their inner strength, overcome obstacles, and find peace and harmony within themselves and their families. Devotees believe that invoking her blessings can lead to clarity in thought, wisdom in action, and the courage to face life's adversities.

Rituals for Day 5 of Navratri

On October 7th, 2024, devotees begin the day with a ritual bath and dress in yellow or red attire, colors that are considered auspicious for this day. The puja begins with the chanting of mantras, offering of flowers (especially yellow marigold), fruits, sweets, and special prasad made from bananas. A small idol or picture of Skandamata is placed on the altar, and devotees light a ghee lamp and incense sticks while reciting the

Skandamata mantra: 

“Om Devi Skandamatayai Namah”

The puja concludes with the Aarti, where devotees sing hymns in praise of the goddess and seek her blessings for wisdom, strength, and happiness in their lives.

Benefits of Invoking Skandamata

Worshipping Skandamata is believed to purify the heart and soul, enhance wisdom, and bring peace and prosperity to the household. She is also known to protect her devotees from all kinds of harm and negativity. Devotees who worship her with full faith and devotion are blessed with success in their endeavors, fulfillment of desires, and spiritual growth.

Symbolism of Skandamata

Skandamata is a symbol of motherhood, love, and protection. Her seated posture with her son on her lap signifies her nurturing aspect, while the lion represents her fierce protective nature. She is the embodiment of inner strength and the divine energy that sustains life.

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Invite divine blessings into your life by worshiping Skandamata devi on October 7th, 2024. Connect with experienced priests and astrologers through Sulekha to perform personalized rituals and pujas.

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May Goddess Skandamata bless you with wisdom, strength, and prosperity this Navratri!