Shardiya Navratri / Mother Kushmanda will be worshipped on the fourth day of Navratri, Learn about her favorite offerings

The fourth day of Navratri, September 25th, is dedicated to Goddess Kushmanda. The eight-armed goddess, who creates the universe with her gentle smile, is worshipped with red flowers, hymns, and chanting. By wearing green clothes and offering Malpua, devotees receive blessings of happiness, health, and longevity

Shardiya Navratri: On September 25, 2025, the auspicious Chaturthi Tithi of the Shukla Paksha of Ashwin falls on a Thursday. This tithi will last the entire day and night of September 25 and continue until 9:34 a.m. on September 26. The fourth day of Navratri is dedicated to the worship of Maa Kushmanda, who is revered as the power that created the universe with her gentle smile.

In Sanskrit, Kushmanda means “pumpkin,” and as pumpkin offerings are especially dear to the goddess, she came to be known by this name. Her vehicle is the lion, and because she has eight arms, she is also called Ashtabhuja Devi. In her seven hands, she holds a water pot (kamandal), bow, arrow, lotus, a pitcher filled with nectar, a discus (chakra), and a mace (gada). In her eighth hand, she carries a rosary, believed to contain all perfections (siddhis) and treasures (nidhis).

The Legend of Maa Kushmanda

According to sacred texts, when the three supreme deities (Trimurti) began the creation of the universe, it was filled only with darkness and silence. At that moment, Maa Durga manifested as Kushmanda and, with her gentle smile, radiated light across the cosmos, bringing creation into being. It is believed that she is the only goddess who resides in the Sun’s realm. By her grace, a devotee attains the supreme state. Even a little devotion and service please her, and she removes the sufferings of her worshippers.

Significance of Maa Kushmanda’s Worship

On the fourth day of Navratri, Maa Kushmanda is worshipped for family happiness, good health, strength, fame, and longevity. Offering red flowers to her brings special blessings. On this day, devotees especially engage in hymns (bhajans), devotional songs (kirtans), recitations, and chanting of mantras. Worship done with a sincere heart brings spiritual growth and mystical accomplishments.

Mantras of Maa Kushmanda

Om Kushmandayai Namah
Kushmanda: Aim Hreem Devyai Namah
Om Aim Hreem Kleem Kushmandayai Namah

Prayer Verse:
“Nde Vanchhit Kamarthe Chandrarghakrit Shekharam, Simharudha Ashtabhuja Kushmanda Yashasvinim.”

Aarti of Maa Kushmanda

Kushmanda, victory to you, O giver of worldly happiness,
Show me mercy, O great queen.

Your form is radiant like Pingala, blazing and unique,
You are Shakambhari, simple-hearted and divine.

You are known by countless names,
And many devotees remain intoxicated in your love.

On Bhima Parvat lies your abode,
Accept my humble salutations, O Mother.

You listen to all, O Jagadamba,
You spread joy, O Maa Ambe.

I thirst for your divine vision,
Fulfill, O Mother, my heart’s desires.

Your heart is filled with boundless compassion,
How can you not hear our prayers?

I have taken refuge at your door,
Remove my troubles, O Mother.

Complete my endeavors,
Fill my life with abundance.

Your servant meditates upon you alone,
Devotees bow at your divine threshold.

Favorite Offering of Maa Kushmanda

Maa Kushmanda is especially fond of malpua (sweet pancakes). On the fourth day of Navratri, malpua should be offered to her as bhog. Additionally, yogurt and halwa can also be offered. Offering these delights invokes the goddess’s blessings, bringing happiness and prosperity into the lives of devotees.

Favorite Color of Maa Kushmanda

Green is considered the most beloved color of Maa Kushmanda. On this day, devotees should wear green attire. Donating green clothes and grains also brings the blessings of the goddess.

(Disclaimer: The information given here is based on religious beliefs and folk beliefs. There is no scientific evidence for this. Zoom News does not provide any proof of the truth of any of the things.)