Navratri, the nine-day Hindu festival dedicated to Goddess Durga, reaches its fourth day with the worship of Goddess Kushmanda, the fourth form of Durga. Devotees observe special rituals, offer prayers, and embrace the spiritual significance of this day to seek blessings for health, prosperity, and happiness.
Why Do Devotees Worship Goddess Kushmanda
On Navratri Day 4, devotees worship Goddess Kushmanda because she is believed to have created the universe with her divine smile and is the source of energy, health, and prosperity. The color yellow is worn on this day as it symbolizes happiness, positivity, energy, and intellectual growth, aligning with the goddess’s blessings.
Who is Goddess Kushmanda?
Goddess Kushmanda is believed to have created the universe with her divine smile. Her name comes from three Sanskrit words: Ku (a little), Ushma (warmth), and Anda (cosmic egg), representing the creation of the universe from a small cosmic egg. She is revered as the goddess of energy and vitality, and devotees worship her to receive strength, wealth, and peace.
She is said to have the power to reside within the Sun, and the radiance of her body shines as brightly as the Sun. Her ruling planet is the Sun, and her mantra is: Om Devi Kushmandayai Namah. Her Jap Mala (prayer beads) is believed to hold the power to bestow Siddhis (spiritual powers) and Niddhis (material wealth).
Rituals of Navratri Day 4
On the fourth day of Navratri, devotees perform the following rituals:
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Early Morning Prayers – Offer flowers, fruits, and sweets to Goddess Kushmanda.
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Chanting Mantras – Recite her sacred mantra:
“Om Kreem Hreem Shreem Kushmandayai Namah” to invoke her blessings. -
Lighting a Lamp (Diya) – Symbolizing the removal of darkness and negativity from life.
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Offering Red Flowers and Fruits – Particularly apples and bananas, which are considered auspicious for Kushmanda.
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Fasting and Meditation – Many devotees observe a partial fast or refrain from consuming non-vegetarian food to purify the mind and body.
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Color Significance
Each day of Navratri is associated with a specific color, and Day 4 is Yellow, which represents:
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Energy and optimism
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Happiness and positivity
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Intellectual growth and prosperity
Devotees wear yellow-colored attire and decorate their homes with yellow flowers to align with the spiritual vibrations of Goddess Kushmanda.
Importance of Day 4
Worshiping Goddess Kushmanda on Navratri Day 4 is believed to:
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Remove obstacles and bring prosperity
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Enhance creativity, energy, and health
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Fill life with positivity and spiritual strength
Navratri Day 4 is a day to honor Goddess Kushmanda, celebrate energy and creation, and imbibe positivity in life. Wearing yellow, performing rituals, and chanting her mantras help devotees connect spiritually and seek blessings for wealth, health, and happiness.
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