Chaitra Navratri is an auspicious festival that is widely celebrated in Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Haryana. The nine-day celebration is in honour of Maa Durga and her nine forms, known as Navadurgas, which include Maa Shailputri, Maa Brahmcharini, Maa Chandraghanta, Maa Kushmanda, Maa Skandmata, Maa Katyayani, Maa Kaalratri, Maa Mahagauri, and Maa Siddhidatri.
During the festival, devotees worship Maa Durga and her nine forms, fast, consume satvik food, and ask for the goddess’s blessings. Today, we will talk about the fifth form of the Goddess, Goddess Skandamata. On the fifth day of the ongoing Navratri, goddess Skandamata is worshipped.
Who is Skandamata?
Goddess Skandamata is the fifth form of the goddess Durga. The word “Skanda” means Kartikeya, the son of Mata Parvati and Lord Shiva, and “mata” means mother. Maa Skandamata is regarded as the mother of Lord Kartikeya (also known as Skanda or Murugan). He is also called Subramanya in many parts of the country. Goddess Skandamata rides on a lion, and she possesses four hands. On the one hand, she holds the infant form of her son, Lord Skanda, and on the other is Abhaymudra, which dispels all fears. In her two other hands, she holds lotus flowers.
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Where is the Mata Skandamata temple located?
The temple of Mata Skandamata is situated in the sacred city of Varanasi, Jaitpura. It is a very revered temple, which is also known as Maa Bageshwari Devi Temple. Mata Skandamata is a symbol of strength and protection. According to the Hindu scriptures, Skandmata is depicted as the mother who trained Lord Kartikeya to fight the demon named Tarakasura and taught him the art of war.
About Mata Skandamata temple
The temple is located in the Jaitpura region of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, and is dedicated to the goddess Skandamata. During Navratri, thousands of devotees gather at this temple. It is one of the few temples dedicated to the goddess Skandamata, and many believe that visiting this temple fulfills their wishes.
