Devi: the significance, symbolism & sacredness of the Divine Mother
Navratri
6th Oct - 15 Oct 2021
Navratri is celebrated to glorify the spirit in us. An auspicious beginning is made with prayers, chanting, and meditation.
The Devi or Divine Mother is also called shakti, and is responsible for running this creation. She is the energy which has given birth to the entire universe, including the celestial stars far away, the subtle mind and its emotions. These articles and pieces strive to explore the mystery and glory of the Mother Divine.
Devi Kavacham
Sri Lalitha Sahasranamam
Namastestu Mahamaye
Ya Devi Sarva Bhuteshu
Ashtalakshmi Stotram
Lalitha Trishati Stotram
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The Devi is a magnificent and mystical power. She is worshipped through different forms and names.
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Navratri celebrates and honors the nine different aspects or qualities of Devi, also known as Nav Durga.
Lalitha – The Vibrant One
Each word in the Lalitha Sahasranama (thousand names of the Devi) refers to a special quality of the Divine Mother.
Durga Saptshati story
According to legend, the Devi or the Divine Mother waged ravaging wars against horrifying demons who wrecked the peace of the universe now and then. At those times, when the devas prayed for an intervention from a higher power, the Goddess Durga appeared and fought for the welfare of the universe. Read the 9 stories about the Divine Mother’s intervention to keep the universe at peace.
