Day 5 Navratri Goddess

The fifth day of Navratri is dedicated to Maa Skandamata, who is considered the mother of Lord Kartikeya. She is a symbol of strength and protection. Her name is derived from the words "Skanda" and "Mata", where Skanda is another name for Lord Kartikeya and Mata means mother. Maa Skandamata is depicted as having four arms. In her upper right hand, she holds a lotus flower, and in her upper left hand, she holds a book. In her lower right hand, she holds a sword, and in her lower left hand, she holds a bell.
Maa Skandamata is worshipped on the fifth day of Navratri with great devotion. The color of the day is white, which represents purity and innocence. Devotees wear white clothes and offer white flowers to the Goddess. They also light diyas (lamps) and incense sticks.
During the puja, devotees recite the following mantra:
"Om Devi Skandamaataye Namah"
They also sing bhajans and aarti in praise of Maa Skandamata.
Maa Skandamata is a powerful Goddess who can bestow blessings upon her devotees. She can protect them from harm and danger and grant them success and happiness. If you are facing any difficulties in your life, pray to Maa Skandamata for help. She will surely listen to your prayers and grant you your wishes.
Here are some tips for worshipping Maa Skandamata on the fifth day of Navratri:
* Wake up early and take a bath.
* Wear clean, white clothes.
* Set up an altar with an image or idol of Maa Skandamata.
* Offer white flowers, fruits, and sweets to the Goddess.
* Light diyas (lamps) and incense sticks.
* Chant the mantra "Om Devi Skandamaataye Namah" 108 times.
* Sing bhajans and aarti in praise of Maa Skandamata.
* Pray to the Goddess for her blessings.