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A Karma yogi performs action by body, mind, intellect, and senses, without attachment (or ego) only for self – purification.
Maa Skandamata is depicted with four hands and Lord Kartikeya sitting on her lap. She rides a lion. Praying her means you are also worshipping her child. It is believed that Goddess Skandamata also governs the planet Budha.
On the fourth day of Navratri, devotees worship Goddess Kushmanda, also known as Devi Ashta Bhuja. Devi Kushmanda is known as the creator and her name is believed to signify the same – Ku stands for a little, Ushma means warmth and Anda means cosmic egg.
On day 3 of Navratri, devotees worship Goddess Chandraghanta, known as Suhag ki Devi. She signifies justice and dharma in the world.
On the second day of Navratri, devotees worship Brahmacharini avatar of Goddess Durga. According to holy scriptures, Maa Brahmacharini appears in the form of a maiden girl filled with wisdom. She has two hands carrying a rosary and a kamandal.
The first day of Navratri is ‘Pratipada’ and Goddess Shailputri is worshipped today. According to scriptures, Shailputri is the daughter of Lord Himalaya. She is also known as Parvati, Bhavani and Hemavati.
