Fifth Day of Navratri - Worship of Skand Mata for Benefits

On the fifth day of Navratri, Skand Mata is worshipped. Mata Parvati received this name when she became the mother of Skand (Kartikeya). This year, the worship of Skand Mata will be on October 8, 2024. Worshipping the goddess grants courage, strength, and self-confidence.

Form of the Goddess

The form of Skand Mata is truly remarkable. Her vehicle is a lion. Skand sits in her lap. In her two arms, she holds a lotus flower. Her left hand is in the boon-giving posture. Sometimes she is also depicted sitting in the Padmasana posture. In some images, she is shown seated on a lotus.

Mantra of Devi Skand Mata

सिंहासनगता नित्यं पद्माश्रितकरद्वया । शुभदास्तु सदा देवी स्कन्दमाता यशस्विनी ॥

Method of Worship

- Before the worship, take a bath and wear clean clothes.
- Take the vow for the worship.
- Before worshipping the goddess, offer prayers to Shri Ganesh and Kartikeya.
- Offer seasonal fruits, kheer, and halwa as offerings to Mata and Skand.
- Performing the Panchopchar Puja of Devi Skand Mata is very auspicious.
- After the puja, reciting the Durga Saptashati is beneficial.

Benefits of Worship

- With the blessings of Skand Mata, progeny-related problems are resolved.
- One receives the grace of Mercury and Mars planets.
- Her blessings increase self-confidence.
- There is an increase in happiness and prosperity in the home.
- Even opponents become friends.

Teaches Concentration

Skand Mata teaches us to maintain concentration and also imparts lessons in discipline. Indeed, Skand was the commander of the gods in the battle against the demons. The mother had imparted lessons in self-confidence and courage to Skand. The mother controls the Vishuddha Chakra. With her blessings, success is achieved in all endeavors.