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About Goddess Durga

About Goddess Durga: In Sanskrit the word Durga means "She who is incomprehensible or

 

 difficult to reach." She is the mother of the Universe and worshipped for her terrifying aspect

 

 She is also known for her many other names like Parvati, Ambika, and Kali. Different aspects

 

of Durga described in the Puranas and Agamas. Usually pictured as having ten arms holding

 

Sword, Conch, Discus, Rosary, Bell, Winecup, Shielf, Bow, Arrow, and Spear. Shown shown 

 

riding a lion, dressed in royal red cloth. Durga killed Mahish and his great generals. Then all

 

gods united and became one devine force called Shakti or Durga.

 

 

 

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