Navratri Day 4: Receive Infinite Blessings Of Maa Kushmanda

On the 4th Day of Chaitra Navratri, the form of Goddess Durga who is worshiped is known as Goddess Kushmanda. It is believed that Goddess Khusmanda created the Universe with her laughter, as before it was filled with darkness and stillness. This is the reason why the Goddess has been called the Adishakti of Shrishti. 

If we talk about the form of Goddess Kushmanda then we come to see that she has eight hands, which is one of the reasons she is also called by the other name Ashtabhuja. It is said that whoever worships Goddess Kushmanda with complete devotion gets rid of all their sufferings and sorrows in a moment. The devotee who worships Goddess Kushmanda with correct and proper rituals and methods archives all that they desire in their life. 

So, let us know through this enlightening blog and learn what are the correct worship methods, rituals, and worship Mantras of Goddess Kushmanda and how we can attain her endlessly graceful blessings on the third day of Navratri. Apart from this, we will also know the effective yet accurate remedies one can indulge in on this auspicious day!

Chaitra Navratri 4th Day: Worship Methods

On this holy day, first of all worship the Kalash and all the deities that have been installed in it. 

After this, start the worship of Goddess Kushmanda. 

Before commencing the worship, bow down to the Goddess while having flowers in your hands and recite her Mantras. 

While doing the Bhog ritual offer the Goddess fruits, flowers, and dry fruits. 

After this, recite Durga Saptashati. (As we have told earlier that if you are unable to recite Durga Saptashati due to any reason, then at least recite Kavach, Argala, and Keelak)

Then do the Aarti and after that tell your wishes to the Goddess Kushmanda. 

Offer Prasad to all the people that are present in the Puja. Then pray for forgiveness from the Goddess for all the mistakes that have been made during her worship unintentionally. 

Chaitra Navratri 4th Day: Mantra

yā devī sarvabhūteṣu

mā~ kūṣmāṃḍā rūpeṇa pratiṣṭhitatā।

namas‍tas‍yai namas‍tas‍yai:

namastasyai namo nama:

Chaitra Navratri 4th Day: Bhog Ritual

It is believed and said according to the ancient lores that worshiping Goddess Kushmanda increases the prosperity and opulence in the devotee’s life. Along with this, one also attains the blessings of a happy married life. Apart from this, those people who suffer from problems related to marriage are also advised that they worship Goddess Kushmanda. To receive the happiness and graces of Goddess Kushmanda, do the Bhog ritual with Malpua, or green fruits on Navratri 4th Day. On this day, you can also offer the Goddess Kheer made from Makhanas (Fox Nut). This is beloved of Goddess Kushmanda. 

Chaitra Navratri 4th Day: The Colour Of The Day

On the fourth day of Navratri in their worship the devotees must include yellow color excessively, as it is believed that by donning yellow-colored clothes on this day one’s knowledge and financial conditions will start to get better. 

The Relation Between Goddess Kushmanda And Planets

If we talk about the planets, then the planet Mercury is the one who is ruled by Goddess Kushmanda. In such a situation, those people who have a defect related to the planet Mercury in their horoscope are especially advised to worship Goddess Kushmanda. Along with this worshiping Goddess Kushmanda, the defects received from the Sun also get removed. Prosperity and happiness get increased in the business and marital lives of the natives as well. The worshipers who devotedly worship Goddess Kushmanda receive a healthy life free from all diseases.