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Kali Ma - Hindu Goddess One of the most recognizable of all the goddesses, Kali Ma, whose name means "Mother Time" or "Black Mother" (Kali means both "black" and "time") is a fierce representation of the feminine principle Devi, whose other forms include the lovely, gentle Parvati creator goddess. Created by her mother, the goddess Durga, to conquer the demons Chandra and Mundra, Kali is also called "Chamundra." Kali enjoyed killing the demons so much, that she got carried away and began to kill everything in sight (much like the Egyptian goddess Sekhmet). Kali's husband, Lord Shiva, threw himself under her feet, and, with her spear poised to pierce his heart, Kali suddenly recognized her own beloved consort and was shocked out of her homicidal rampage, ending her killing spree. Kali is invoked for protection and guidance--but beware! She will destroy all the old ways to make room for new ones. Kali is not subtle in her approach to life or death--she cuts through the illusions of both to bring us to a higher understanding of ourselves and our true nature and purpose. |
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Kali Ma,
Warrior Goddess and Protectress. |
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