
Chaitra Navratri 2025: The fourth day of Navratri is dedicated to Maa Kushmanda, who is revered as the creator of the universe. It is believed that when there was no existence of creation, Maa Kushmanda formed the cosmos with her gentle smile. Devotees worship her for happiness, health, and prosperity.
Here’s a look at the significance, worship method, mantras, and fasting rules for Maa Kushmanda. ALSO READ: The Many Faces Of Goddess Durga — Similar Deities In Ancient Civilizations Significance Of Maa Kushmanda: Maa Kushmanda is depicted with eight arms, holding a water pot (kamandal), bow, arrow, lotus, nectar pot, discus, mace, and a rosary. She rides a lion and is considered the fourth form of Adi Shakti.
Devotees believe that sincere worship of Maa Kushmanda removes fear and ailments from life. Worship Method For Maa Kushmanda: Bathing and Vow: Begin the day with an early morning bath and take a vow for the fast. Installation of the Idol or Picture: Clean the puja space and place an idol or image of Maa Kushmanda.
Offering Puja Materials: Offer red flowers, roli (vermilion), sandalwood, rice grains, incense, lamps, and sacred food (naivedya) to the goddess. Special Offering: Malpua (a sweet dish) is considered auspicious as a special offering to Maa Kushmanda. Aarti and Chanting: Light incense and lamps, perform aarti, and chant the ‘Sarvamangala Mangalye’ mantra.
Havan and Prasad Distribution: If possible, perform a fire ritual (havan) and distribute prasad among family and devotees. Fasting Rules For Maa Kushmanda: Devotees should consume only sattvic food, and avoiding grains is considered beneficial. Chant Maa Kushmanda’s mantras and read her story throughout the day.
Avoid anger, jealousy, greed, and maintain purity of mind. Perform aarti and chant mantras during the evening. End the fast with fruits or a simple sattvic meal.
Benefits Of Maa Kushmanda’s Blessings: Eliminates diseases, sorrows, and physical ailments. Brings financial prosperity and good health. Enhances positive energy and self-confidence.
Leads to spiritual growth and mental peace. Performing the rituals of Maa Kushmanda with devotion and discipline not only ensures the fulfillment of the fast but also brings happiness and tranquility in life. This Navratri, worship Maa Kushmanda with faith and receive her divine blessings.
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