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Goddess Skandamata
Origin
When Goddess Parvati became the mother of Lord Skanda (also known as Lord Kartikeya), Mata Parvati was known as Goddess Skandamata.
Navratri Worship
Goddess Skandamata is worshipped on the fifth day of Navratri.
Governing Planet
It is believed that the planet Budha is governed by Goddess Skandamata.
Iconography
Goddess Skandamata mounts on the ferocious lion. She carries baby Murugan in her lap. Lord Murugan is also known as Kartikeya and brother of Lord Ganesha. Goddess Skandamata is depicted with four hands. She carries lotus flowers in her upper two hands. She holds baby Murugan in one of her right hand and keeps the other right hand in Abhaya Mudra. She sits on lotus flower and because of that Skandamata is also known as Goddess Padmasana.
Details
The complexion of Goddess Skandamata is Shubhra (शुभ्र) which describes her white complexion. Devotees who worship this form of Goddess Parvati get the benefit of worshipping Lord Kartikeya. This quality is possessed only by Skandamata form of Goddess Parvati.
Devanagari Name
स्कन्दमाता
Favourite Flower
Red color flowers
Mantra
ॐ देवी स्कन्दमातायै नमः॥
Om Devi Skandamatayai Namah॥
Prarthana
सिंहासनगता नित्यं पद्माञ्चित करद्वया।
शुभदास्तु सदा देवी स्कन्दमाता यशस्विनी॥
Simhasanagata Nityam Padmanchita Karadvaya।
Shubhadastu Sada Devi Skandamata Yashasvini॥
Stuti
या देवी सर्वभूतेषु माँ स्कन्दमाता रूपेण संस्थिता। नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमो नमः॥
Ya Devi Sarvabhuteshu Ma Skandamata Rupena Samsthita।
Namastasyai Namastasyai Namastasyai Namo Namah॥
Dhyana
वन्दे वाञ्छित कामार्थे चन्द्रार्धकृतशेखराम्।
सिंहरूढ़ा चतुर्भुजा स्कन्दमाता यशस्विनीम्॥
धवलवर्णा विशुध्द चक्रस्थितों पञ्चम दुर्गा त्रिनेत्राम्।
अभय पद्म युग्म करां दक्षिण उरू पुत्रधराम् भजेम्॥
पटाम्बर परिधानां मृदुहास्या नानालङ्कार भूषिताम्।
मञ्जीर, हार, केयूर, किङ्किणि, रत्नकुण्डल धारिणीम्॥
प्रफुल्ल वन्दना पल्लवाधरां कान्त कपोलाम् पीन पयोधराम्।
कमनीयां लावण्यां चारू त्रिवली नितम्बनीम्॥
Vande Vanchhita Kamarthe Chandrardhakritashekharam।
Simharudha Chaturbhuja Skandamata Yashasvinim॥
Dhawalavarna Vishuddha Chakrasthitom Panchama Durga Trinetram।
Abhaya Padma Yugma Karam Dakshina Uru Putradharam Bhajem॥
Patambara Paridhanam Mriduhasya Nanalankara Bhushitam।
Manjira, Hara, Keyura, Kinkini, Ratnakundala Dharinim॥
Praphulla Vandana Pallavadharam Kanta Kapolam Pina Payodharam।
Kamaniyam Lavanyam Charu Triwali Nitambanim॥
Stotra
नमामि स्कन्दमाता स्कन्दधारिणीम्।
समग्रतत्वसागरम् पारपारगहराम्॥
शिवाप्रभा समुज्वलां स्फुच्छशागशेखराम्।
ललाटरत्नभास्करां जगत्प्रदीप्ति भास्कराम्॥
महेन्द्रकश्यपार्चितां सनत्कुमार संस्तुताम्।
सुरासुरेन्द्रवन्दिता यथार्थनिर्मलाद्भुताम्॥
अतर्क्यरोचिरूविजां विकार दोषवर्जिताम्।
मुमुक्षुभिर्विचिन्तितां विशेषतत्वमुचिताम्॥
नानालङ्कार भूषिताम् मृगेन्द्रवाहनाग्रजाम्।
सुशुध्दतत्वतोषणां त्रिवेदमार भूषणाम्॥
सुधार्मिकौपकारिणी सुरेन्द्र वैरिघातिनीम्।
शुभां पुष्पमालिनीं सुवर्णकल्पशाखिनीम्
तमोऽन्धकारयामिनीं शिवस्वभावकामिनीम्।
सहस्रसूर्यराजिकां धनज्जयोग्रकारिकाम्॥
सुशुध्द काल कन्दला सुभृडवृन्दमज्जुलाम्।
प्रजायिनी प्रजावति नमामि मातरम् सतीम्॥
स्वकर्मकारणे गतिं हरिप्रयाच पार्वतीम्।
अनन्तशक्ति कान्तिदां यशोअर्थभुक्तिमुक्तिदाम्॥
पुनः पुनर्जगद्धितां नमाम्यहम् सुरार्चिताम्।
जयेश्वरि त्रिलोचने प्रसीद देवी पाहिमाम्॥
Namami Skandamata Skandadharinim।
Samagratatvasagaram Paraparagaharam॥
Shivaprabha Samujvalam Sphuchchhashagashekharam।
Lalataratnabhaskaram Jagatpradipti Bhaskaram॥
Mahendrakashyaparchita Sanantakumara Samstutam।
Surasurendravandita Yatharthanirmaladbhutam॥
Atarkyarochiruvijam Vikara Doshavarjitam।
Mumukshubhirvichintitam Visheshatatvamuchitam॥
Nanalankara Bhushitam Mrigendravahanagrajam।
Sushuddhatatvatoshanam Trivedamara Bhushanam॥
Sudharmikaupakarini Surendra Vairighatinim।
Shubham Pushpamalinim Suvarnakalpashakhinim॥
Tamoandhakarayamini Shivasvabhavakaminim।
Sahasrasuryarajikam Dhanajjayogakarikam॥
Sushuddha Kala Kandala Subhridavrindamajjulam।
Prajayini Prajawati Namami Mataram Satim॥
Swakarmakarane Gatim Hariprayacha Parvatim।
Anantashakti Kantidam Yashoarthabhuktimuktidam॥
Punah Punarjagadditam Namamyaham Surarchitam।
Jayeshwari Trilochane Prasida Devi Pahimam॥
Kavacha
ऐं बीजालिंका देवी पदयुग्मधरापरा।
हृदयम् पातु सा देवी कार्तिकेययुता॥
श्री ह्रीं हुं ऐं देवी पर्वस्या पातु सर्वदा।
सर्वाङ्ग में सदा पातु स्कन्दमाता पुत्रप्रदा॥
वाणवाणामृते हुं फट् बीज समन्विता।
उत्तरस्या तथाग्ने च वारुणे नैॠतेअवतु॥
इन्द्राणी भैरवी चैवासिताङ्गी च संहारिणी।
सर्वदा पातु मां देवी चान्यान्यासु हि दिक्षु वै॥
Aim Bijalinka Devi Padayugmadharapara।
Hridayam Patu Sa Devi Kartikeyayuta॥
Shri Hrim Hum Aim Devi Parvasya Patu Sarvada।
Sarvanga Mein Sada Patu Skandamata Putraprada॥
Vanavanamritem Hum Phat Bija Samanvita।
Uttarasya Tathagne Cha Varune Nairiteavatu॥
Indrani Bhairavi Chaivasitangi Cha Samharini।
Sarvada Patu Mam Devi Chanyanyasu Hi Dikshu Vai॥
Aarti
जय तेरी हो स्कन्द माता। पांचवां नाम तुम्हारा आता॥
सबके मन की जानन हारी। जग जननी सबकी महतारी॥
तेरी जोत जलाता रहूं मैं। हरदम तुझे ध्याता रहूं मै॥
कई नामों से तुझे पुकारा। मुझे एक है तेरा सहारा॥
कही पहाड़ों पर है डेरा। कई शहरों में तेरा बसेरा॥
हर मन्दिर में तेरे नजारे। गुण गाए तेरे भक्त प्यारे॥
भक्ति अपनी मुझे दिला दो। शक्ति मेरी बिगड़ी बना दो॥
इन्द्र आदि देवता मिल सारे। करे पुकार तुम्हारे द्वारे॥
दुष्ट दैत्य जब चढ़ कर आए। तू ही खण्ड हाथ उठाए॥
दासों को सदा बचाने आयी। भक्त की आस पुजाने आयी॥
Skandamata Devi
(5) Goddess who Nurtures Divinity, Skandamata
ॐ देवी स्कन्दमातायै नमः॥
Om Devi Skandamatayai Namah॥
On this Path to Perfect Attainment given to us by the nine forms of the compassionate Durga, we now learn about Skandamata Devi, the Goddess who Nurtures Divinity.
She is the fifth Goddess worshipped on the fifth day of Navaratri.
But, before we get too far, let’s step back and calibrate the steps we have taken so far and summarize the Path.
First we became inspired (Shailaputri Devi) to learn the sacred scriptures (Brahmacharini Devi), and to practice sadhana (Chandraghanta Devi) in an effort to purify ourselves in such a way that all of our actions become tapasya (Kushmanda Devi).
The fifth Goddess, Skandamata Devi, supports and nurtures our divinity, enabling our spirituality to blossom as it envelopes everything we touch.
It is believed that Mother Durga married Lord Shiva for the purpose of blessing the Devas with a commander-in-chief to lead the forces of unity in the war between the forces of duality (asuras) and the forces of unity (devas).
Lord Shiva and Parvati’s son, Kartikeya (also called “Skanda”), became the General of the Armies of the Gods.
The word “Mata” means Mother. Skandamata Devi is the Mother of Skanda, Parvati’s son, Kartikeya, the Commander of the forces of Divine Light.
She represents our dearly Beloved Mother, who tenderly guides us on the path – just like our very own Mother.
Skandamata Devi is depicted as the gentle, compassionate Mother, who inspires, nurtures, exemplifies, and cultivates in such a way so that all of our actions become divine.
Eternally the illustrious Skandamata moves about on a lion, holding lotuses in her hands granting auspiciousness, but the baby on Her lap is actually the god of war, Skanda! He is most dangerous deity in the universe- anger, strength, tactical knowledge, destruction, war.
So She represents the energy of self-restraint and discipline, as a warrior’s strict and rigorous life. A warrior knows how to utilize anger for positive results.
Anger and rage exist within all of us. Anger arises when there is a need to protect our boundaries. It is important that we use anger properly in the correct space and time.
Skandamata is the form of the Mother that can move from a calm restrained state to intense anger. She contains both extremes: peace and aggressive fighting.
In the human body, she resides in the Visuddha chakra (throat).
When this Chakra is balanced we have open communication, speak in truth and listen well.
When it is under active our emotions are suppressed and we don’t communucate. When over active we talk aggressively, don’t listen and gossip.
With the grace of Skandamata Devi, we come to experience divinity in everything – everything becomes an expression of the divine.
Our offerings (through actions and worship) are divine, the divine accepts our offerings, because who are making the offering are the sons of Shiva, divine beings!”
Skandamata upholds herself with complete self-control.
This form of the Mother removes aggressive tendencies, fighting, problems with the police and also issues with rashes and skin disorders.
This precious form of Durga has four arms and rides on a lion, depicted with the following significance:
Baby Skanda: holding the baby child Skanda in Her lap, she is the Mother of an extraordinary child; praying to her will reach her son Kartikeya too; self restraint
Lotus: The upper hands each hold a lotus.
Blessing: One of the hands used to grant blessings.
Lion: She sits on the lion of dharma
During Navaratri, chant her mantra and pray for self restraint and discipline, for anger and harsh emotions can destroy your sadhana in a second.
Goddess Skanda Mata | Significance of Skanda Mata | All About Goddess Skanda Mata | Skanda Mata Mantra
Goddess Skandamata is the fifth form of Hindu goddess Durga and is worshipped on the fifth day of the Navratri festival. She is considered to be the mother of Skanda or Kartikeya, the god of war and is also known as Padmasana Devi. In this article, we will explore the significance and mythology associated with Skandamata.
Etymology and Iconography
The word ‘Skandamata’ is derived from two words- ‘Skanda’ which means Kartikeya, and ‘Mata’ which means mother. Skandamata is depicted as a four-armed goddess who carries a lotus flower in her upper left hand, a warlike weapon called ‘shakti’ in her lower left hand, and holds her son Skanda in her upper right hand. Her lower right hand is in the posture of granting boons. She is seated on a lion and is also known as ‘Simhasaneshwari’. She is depicted with a radiant aura around her head and is adorned with beautiful jewels and garments.
Significance of Goddess Skanda Mata
Skandamata is worshipped on the fifth day of Navratri and is associated with the element of ether or akasha. She is believed to represent the qualities of grace, power, and wisdom. She is also associated with the Manipura chakra or the solar plexus, which is the center of our willpower, courage, and vitality. Skandamata is depicted as a loving and nurturing mother who protects her children from all harm. She is also associated with the concept of ‘Shakti’, which means power or energy. She is believed to bestow her devotees with strength, courage, and victory over their enemies. Worshipping Skandamata is also believed to bring peace and harmony in one’s family.
Legend of Goddess Skanda Mata
The mythology associated with Skandamata is related to the birth of her son Skanda or Kartikeya. According to Hindu mythology, the demon Tarakasura had become invincible and was causing destruction all around. The gods realized that the only way to defeat him was by creating a powerful warrior who would be born from the union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. However, Lord Shiva was in deep meditation and was not interested in worldly affairs. The gods then approached Kamadeva, the god of love, to awaken Lord Shiva from his meditation. Kamadeva shot his love arrow at Lord Shiva, which made him fall in love with Goddess Parvati. The union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati resulted in the birth of Skanda or Kartikeya.
Symbolism and Philosophy
Skandamata is associated with the lotus flower, which symbolizes purity, enlightenment, and spiritual awakening. The lotus flower is also a symbol of detachment from worldly desires and represents the ultimate goal of spiritual evolution. Skandamata’s posture of granting boons symbolizes her benevolent nature and her willingness to fulfill the wishes of her devotees. This also signifies the importance of surrendering to the divine will and trusting in the power of the divine.
Skandamata’s association with the Manipura chakra represents the importance of developing a strong willpower, courage, and determination. It also signifies the importance of balancing one’s emotions and developing a positive attitude towards life.
Skanda Mata Mantra
Skandamata is a powerful and benevolent goddess who symbolizes grace, power, and wisdom. She is worshipped on the fifth day of Navratri and is associated with the element of ether or akasha. Her mythology is related to the birth of her son Skanda or Kartikeya, who is the god of war. The Mantra of Worshipping Skandamata is –
Mantra: Om Hreem Saha Skandmatryai Namah
मंत्र: ओम ह्रीं सह स्कंदमात्रै नमः
Importance of Goddess Skandamata
Maa Skandamata is the 5th aspect of goddess Durga. Goddess Skandamata is the mother of Kumara / Skanda / Kartikeya. Lord Kartikeya is a Hindu god of war who was the firstborn son of Lord Shiva and was chosen by the gods as their commander in the war against the demons. Devotees offer great reverence to Mata Skanda on the 5th of Navratri or Panchami of Durga Pooja. When all Gods (deities or Devta), Rishi-Muni (saint or holy men) and Manushya (human being) was tired from the torment of giant Tarakasur Kumar Kartikeya demolished the tyranny of Devil Tarakasur.
Who is Skandamata
Being the mother of God Kumar Kartikey, goddess Parvati is glorified with the name Skanda Mata. Goddess Skandamata is the true Goddess of patience who is represented with four-arm holding six-faced infant Kumar Kartikey in her lap. Both the right & left upper hands of Skandamata hold lotus flowers. As she sits on the lotus in state of meditation, therefore, she is also revered as Padamasana Devi.
Worship of Goddess Skandamata
Worshiping Skandamata on the fifth day of Durga Yagna or Navratri Pooja has great significance. She is the true Goddess of purity and the elegant appearance of Mata mesmerizes the devotees. By offering invocation to Skandamata one can pacify their soul & mind and it will make them realize the heavenly truth of life. They leave their sorrows behind and achieve the great and divine contentment in life. People believe that worshippers enter Vishudha Chakra during this day of Durga Pooja. Conducting Skandamata Maha Yagna remove impurities and tensions of the outer world.
Associated Chakra Planet & Products
If Goddess Skanda Mata is worshiped along with the following items, the power of Puja increases manifolds times more. If you buy any of these items, we shall energize that item during your puja so that these will give you very good results. We will energize and also do Abhimantra of that item.
Chakra – Agya , Mooladhara & Sahashara Chakra is balanced by performing Goddess Skanda Mata puja. Chakra is seven centers of religious energy in the human body. Chakras are the circular vortexes of power that are situated in seven different points on the spinal column, and all the seven chakras are related to the different organs and glands within the body. These chakras are responsible for disturbing life energy.
Planet – Saturn (Shani), Mars (Mangal) & Rahu are associated with Goddess Skanda Mata. According to the Vedic astrology, all the nine planets in your horoscope (Kundali) affect the course of life i.e. marriage, career, health, finances etc. The movement of these planets in the horoscope forms yogas or doshas (negative influences). Due to these Navagraha doshas, people face various obstacles & hindrances in their life. In order to minimize and negate the malefic doshas or malefic influence of these planets, we perform various Pujas & Yagnas.
Shaligram – Navdurga Shaligram can be worshipped along with Goddess Skanda Mata Puja & Yagna and it gives very good results. The Shaligram is a natural stone that is Lord Vishnu itself. Shaligram is a Blackstone brought from Gandaki river-beds in the Muktinath area of Nepal. Shalagram Shila is also known as Salagram/ Shalagram/ Saligram Sila. Shaligram worshipped in the temple as well as in the houses. Shaligram is a fossilized shell used in South Asia as an iconic symbol and form of Lord Vishnu. They are typically in the form of spherical, black-colored and smooth in nature. We offer a pure array of Shri Shalagram. Its origination place is also likewise of Sankha, Moti or Gomati Chakra which are Aquatic States. Shalagram is a Blackstone brought from Gandaki river, there is a big place called Shalagram and these Shalagram are hundreds of years old.
Rudraksha – 9 Mukhi , 17 Mukhi & 18 Mukhi is also worshipped along with Goddess Skanda Mata Puja & Yagna. By doing so the power of Puja & Yagna increases manifolds times more. Shaligram Shala offers certified Rudraksh sourced from Nepal & Java (Indonesia). These Rudraksh Beads are genuine & real and can work as a cure for a wide variety of diseases including chronic headaches, allergies & skin problems, backaches & digestive problems, depression & insomnia and also several kinds of emotional problems. You can purchase online Rudraksha, Shaligram, gemstones, Vastu products, Puja & Yagnas, meditation accessories, bracelets, Malas and spiritual books & CDs.
Gemstone – Wearing Gomed (Hessonite) , Blue Sapphire (Neelam) & Coral (Moonga) gemstone along with Goddess Skanda Mata Puja & Yagna gives results quickly. Gemstones also known as gems, precious stones, semi-precious stones, Vedic gemstones, Jyotish gemstones are one of the most beautiful & exotic minerals with elegant appearance & color. Gems or Gemstones Jewelleries are extensively used for healing and self-empowerment. There are different types of gems with different prices. The price of gemstones depends on the quality of minerals & availability.
Murtis & Idols – You should also worship Durga Idols along with Goddess Skanda Mata Puja & Yagna. shaligram.com is one of the leading websites which deals in very high quality and rare Murtis & Idols made of makrana marbles & brass. The Pranpratisthit Murtis are actual live Murties and bestow the devotee with longevity, protection against sudden accidents and thefts.
Yantra – Worshipping Durga And Devi Yantra along with Goddess Skanda Mata puja gives accurate results. Yantra established the vibration of large resonance or amplitude with the benefic energy of the cosmos. These vibrations generate contact with highly elevated energies and help to enhance the spirituality within and attain spiritual course of conduct in our daily lives. It also increases the intensity of prayer & makes our thoughts more influential & strong.
Significance of Goddess Skandamata – Navratri Day 5
She is four armed and The Lion is her Vahana (Vehicle) which symbolises fearlessness and power. She holds Lord Skanda or Kartikeya the divine warrior God in her lap.
The worship of Skandamata with a pure intention is extremely powerful as the Goddess blesses her devotees with power, prosperity and achievement of all the treasures.
By honouring Skandamata we also honor her son Skanda or Kartikeya who blesses devotees with courage and strength. He is the deity of the planet Mars and one can eradicate the negative influence of Mars by worshipping HIM with sincerity and purity.
The Mantra for Goddess Skandamata
Aum Hrim Sri Skandamata Durgaye Namaha
You can do Japa of this mantra 108 times on the 5th day of Navratri to worship her.
Hidden meaning of Skandamata as explained by Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
Skanda is another name for Lord Karthikeya who represents the coming together of Jnana Shakti (power of knowledge) and Kriya Shakti (power of righteous action). Skanda is the combination of these two. Skandamata is that form of the Divinity that brings practical wisdom and action together.
The Shiva Tattva is the blissful principle, ever calm and disengaged from action. The Devi Tattva (Mother Divine) is the primordial energy responsible for action and activity in creation.
It is said that the Devi represents the confluence of Iccha Shakti (power of intention), Jnana Shakti (power of knowledge) and Kriya Shakti (power of righteous action). When the Shiva Tattva unites with these three powers, then what emerges is Skanda.
Skandamata represents the very origin of Jnana (knowledge) and Kriya (the principle of action or activity). It can be understood as Kriyatmak Jnana (knowledge in action or action driven by right knowledge).
Many times, we see that knowledge is there but it has no purpose, or it cannot be used in any action as such. But there is also knowledge which has a definite end or purpose (attained through action). In college, you study subjects like Physics and Chemistry in great detail, but you do not use it much in your daily life. When you study Medicine, then you use that knowledge every day. When you understand how to repair a television, then you can use that knowledge and skill to repair a TV when it is damaged. Or like when you learn how a motor works and how to repair it. This is more practical-oriented knowledge. Skanda signifies the coming together of knowledge and (righteous) action in our life. Skanda Tattva is thus an extension of the Devi Tattva (Mother Divine).
We often say that the Brahman is manifest everywhere and is omnipresent; but at present when you have a difficult situation to deal with in your life, then what do you do? What knowledge would you use then? In order to resolve the problem you need to act, you need to put knowledge into action. So when you take action that is guided by knowledge, it is the Skanda Tattva that manifests. And Goddess Durga is considered as the mother of the Skanda Tattva
About Devi Skandamata
Devi Skandamata
Devi Skandamata is adored on the fifth day of Navaratri celebration, along with her son Skanda or Lord Muruga in child form on the divine mother’s lap. Devi Skandamata is also called as Parvati, Gauri and Maheshwari. Being the mother of the warrior god Skanda, she is glorified with the name, Skandamata.
Unique Traits of Devi Skandamata
Devi Skandamata is symbolized with three eyes and four hands with infant six-faced Lord Skanda on her lap. Riding a lion, the Goddess holds lotus flower in her upper right and left hands while the other two hands are in defending and granting mudras.
Mythology behind Devi Skandamata
According to the legend, demon Tarakasur observed deep penance to Lord Brahma and was granted the boon of being slayed by Lord Shiva’s son. As Tarakasur knew that Shiva was reluctant to get married and hence believed that he would never die. Considering himself unconquerable, he started tormenting the universe. Later, as requested by all Devas (angels), Lord Shiva married Parvati and Skanda or Kartikeya was born as their son. The six-faced Lord was chosen by god as their chief warrior (Devsenapati) who battled against Tarakasur and killed him eventually.
Devi Skandamata – Fulfills all your desires
Devi Skandamata protects her devotees and bestows them with her immense love and affection. She is the presiding deity of Lord Surya (sun) and hence propitiating her can bless you with radiance and luster. She can pacify your mind, body and soul and help achieve divine contentment.
Devi Skandamata Mantra & Benefits
Om Hreem Shri Skandamata Durgaaye Namaha
Offering your ardent prayers to Devi Skandamata on the fifth day of Navaratri can fulfill all your wishes and fill your life with peace and divine happiness.
Unique Offering to Devi Skandamata
You can propitiate Devi Skandamata by offering banana and cow’s milk. Making these unique offerings to the supreme Goddess can relieve you from anxieties, reward you with pure thoughts and guide you to attain salvation.