Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Shakti is Mahishasura Mardini

Trident, discusShakti emerged and the pantheon of male gods came forward to arm her with their personal weapons:
Siva: Trident
Vishnu: Discus
Brahma: Earthen water pot
Varuna: Conch & a noose
Agni: Spear
Marut: Bow and arrow
Indra: Thunder bolt and a bell
Yama: Rod of fate
Prajapati: Necklace
Sun: Rays on her skin
Destiny: Sword and shield
Ocean: Garments, pearls & garland
Visvakarma: Ornaments and axe
Himavan: Lion
Kuber: Wine cup
Sesha: Serpent Noose

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