5 Unknown facts about Shakti
5 Unknown facts about Shakti
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Chaitra Navratri is ongoing. Devotees are celebrating these nine days in full form. Maa Durga is also called as Shakti is one of the most loved deities in Hindu religion.

Devotees say that she originated to kill the devil Mahishasura. It is also believed that she is the protector of the good and harmony in the world. Below mentioned are the few unknown facts about Maa Durga:

GODDESS DURGA MEANS FORT
In Sanskrit, Durga means “a fort” or “a place which is difficult to win”. The name Durga is given to the goddess because of her shielding and combative nature.

MAA DURGA - THREE EYED DEITY
Like Shiva, Maa Durga is known as “Triyambake”, which means that she is the three-eyed goddess.

MAA DURGA RIDING A LION
Maa Durga is pictured as riding a lion. It symbolizes her immense power and will. It also highlights her mastery over all these qualities.

MAA DURGA HAS 8-10 ARMS
It is believed that Maa Durga has 8-10 arms. These arms represent the 8 directions in Hinduism.

NINE FORMS OF MAA DURGA
There are nine divine forms of Maa Durga. These are Shailaputri, Brahmacharini, Chandrakanta, Kushmanda, Skandamata, Katyayani, Kalaratri, Mahagauri, and Siddhidatri. All these nine forms are worshipped during Navratri.

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