Sharad Navratri 2017: Weapons Maa Durga used to destroy enemies of Humanity

Navratri 2017 begins today, Goddess Durga a super powerful deity ‘ Shakti’ in Hindu mythology is worshiped in various forms for nine days. Maa Durga is Uma, 'glow'; Gauri, 'white or brilliant'; Parvati, 'the mountaineer'; and Jagatmata, 'the-mother-of-the-world' in her milder guise The terrible appearance are Durga 'the inaccessible'; Kali, 'the black'; Chandi, 'the fierce'; and Bhairavi, 'the terrible.' Goddess Durga is multi-limbed so that she may always be ready to battle evil from any direction. In most depictions, she has between eight and 18 arms and holds a symbolic object in each hand. Maa Durga is frequently depicted standing on top or riding a tiger or lion, which represents power, will, and determination. Durga symbolizes her mastery over all these qualities. Her bold pose is called Abhay Mudra, which means 'freedom from fear.' Hindu scripture teaches, so too should Hindu faithful conduct themselves in a righteous, courageous way. Durga carries a variety of weapons and other items that she uses in her fight against evil.

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