Navratri 2022 Day 4: Shubh muhurat, puja vidhi to worship Maa Kushmanda

I On the fourth day of Navratri, which is today, Maa Kushmanda is worshipped. The name Kushmanda comes from three words – 'Ku', 'Ushma', and 'Anda'.

Ku means little, Ushma means warmth and Anda means egg. So, Kushmanda stands for someone who created the universe like a small cosmic egg.

The goddess is known for wiping out darkness to spread light.

Devotees worship her to get good health in life. It is believed that Maa Kushmanda gave light, and life and created the universe.

This avatar of Maa Durga resides in the core of the Sun and hence is the cause of light.

Navratri 2022 Day 4 Puja Vidhi

One must start by worshipping Lord Ganesha by praying for the strength to complete all Navratri-vrat with all dedication.

Then, several shringar items should be offered to Maa Kushmanda's idol.

These include, sindoor, Mehendi, kajal, bindi, bangles, toe ring, comb, aalta, mirror, anklets, perfume, earrings, nose pin, necklace, red chunri, mahavar, hairpins, etc.

Navratri 2022 Day 4 Shubh Muhurat

The Chaturthi Tithi of Navratri will begin at 1:27 am, September 29, and end on 12:08 am, September 30.