Logos of India

GODDESS SIDDHIDATRI Goddess Siddhidatri is significant as the ninth and final form of Goddess Durga during Navratri, symbolising the giver of supernatural powers (Siddhis), the fulfillment of all desires, and spiritual enlightenment. Her worship bestows divine knowledge, prosperity, and balance, particularly in overcoming obstacles related to the planet Ketu. Lord Shiva himself is said to have attained these powers by worshipping her, highlighting her ultimate importance in the cosmos. ‘Siddhi’ means supernatural powers or spiritual abilities, and ‘Datri’ means giver or bestower. She is the source of the eight primary Siddhis, which  are Aṇimā (the power to become atom-sized), Mahima (to become infinitely large), Garima (to become infinitely heavy), Laghima (to become weightless), Prāpti (to attain anything), Prākāmya (to fulfill one's desires), Iṣiṭva (to control nature and creatures), and Vaśitva (to control others). Devotees worship Her to fulfill all their spiritual and ...

GODDESS MAHAGAURI Goddess Mahagauri is the radiant eighth form of Goddess Durga, representing purity, peace, calmness, and wisdom. Her name, meaning ‘great fair one’, signifies the transformation of Goddess Parvati's dark complexion into a radiant white form after extreme penance and a sacred bath. Worshipping Maa Mahagauri on the eighth day of Navratri is believed to purify sins, remove fear and sorrow, and grant inner peace, prosperity, and self-realisation to her devotees. As Goddess Parvati , she performed severe austerities to win Lord Shiva, which turned her complexion dark. Lord Brahma instructed her to bathe in the holy Ganges, after which she emerged as the blindingly fair and radiant Maa Mahagauri. She is depicted with a fair complexion, riding a bull symbolising patience and righteousness, and often holding a trident and a small drum (damaru). Mahagauri symbolises the purification of the soul and the washing away of sins, impurities, and inner darkness. She bring...

GODDESS KALARATRI Goddess Kalaratri’s significance lies in Her fierce yet protective nature, embodying the destruction of negative forces like ignorance and fear to bring auspiciousness and spiritual enlightenment. Worshipped on the seventh day of Navratri, her form symbolises conquering darkness and offers strength, fearlessness, and protection to her devotees. She is also known as Shubhankari, the bringer of good fortune, despite her intimidating appearance, and her blessings provide prosperity and peace. She has a dark complexion and a formidable appearance, reflecting her aggressive power. She has a donkey mount symbolising humility and simplicity, showing she is approachable despite her terrifying form. She holds a sword and an iron hook in her left hands to destroy evil, while her right hands are in the Abhaya (protection) and Varada (blessing) mudras. She is worshipped for her power to destroy evil, fear, ignorance, and all forms of negativity that hinder spiritual growth...