Published by: Vivek Dubey
Explore the nine avatars of Goddess Durga. This simplified guide helps you understand each avatar’s unique significance and their relevance in today’s world. Read ahead for more details.
Shailaputri is Durga’s first avatar. She embodies Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva’s powers. She holds a trident and lotus and rides a bull.
Brahmacharini, Durga’s second avatar, practices penance. She holds rosary beads and a water utensil.
Chandraghanta, Durga’s third form, rewards devotees with bravery and eliminates their sins.
Kushmanda, the fourth form of Durga, created the universe with her smile. She improves health and bestows wealth.
Skandamata, the fifth avatar, can grant oceans of wisdom even to the most illiterate, if they happen to be a devotee.
Katyayini, the sixth avatar, is a ferocious warrior goddess associated with the colour red.
Kaalratri or Kali, worshipped on Navaratri’s seventh day, destroys ignorance and removes darkness.
Mahagauri, worshipped on Navaratri’s eighth day, washes away all sins of her devotees.
Siddhidatri, Durga’s ninth avatar, has supernatural healing powers and blesses all.
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