DID YOU KNOW ABOUT GODDESS DURGA #hindu #mythological #hindugod #parvati #mahadev #shiv #shiva
Channel: Mythology In Short
Date: 03/04/2024

Long ago, there existed a demon named Mahishasura who was granted a boon by Lord Brahma, making him invincible against all males. Emboldened by this boon, Mahishasura wreaked havoc across the universe, conquering kingdoms and driving the gods from their celestial abodes.

Faced with the relentless tyranny of Mahishasura, the gods sought a solution. They combined their powers and summoned forth a divine being – Durga, the warrior goddess born from the collective energy of all the gods.

Durga, adorned with weapons and riding atop a lion, set out to confront Mahishasura. A fierce battle ensued, lasting for days and shaking the very foundations of the cosmos. Mahishasura transformed into various terrifying forms, but Durga remained undeterred, matching each of his transformations with equal ferocity.

Finally, on the tenth day of the battle, known as Vijaya Dashami or Dussehra, Durga pierced Mahishasura with her trident, bringing an end to his reign of terror. With Mahishasura defeated, peace and harmony were restored to the universe, and the gods rejoiced in Durga's victory.

Every year, Hindus celebrate the festival of Navaratri, commemorating the nine-day battle between Durga and Mahishasura. On the tenth day, Dussehra is celebrated with grand processions and the burning of effigies representing the triumph of good over evil.

Goddess Durga is revered as the embodiment of shakti (divine feminine energy) and serves as a symbol of strength, courage, and righteousness, inspiring devotees to face and overcome the challenges of life with determination and resilience.
#hindu #hinduism #hindugod #mythology #hindugodess #mythologicalstories #demon #demonslayer #parvati #shiv #mahadev #vishnu #god #mythologicalstories #myths #mahalaya #asuras #battle #tyranny #powerful #war #heaven #hell #peace #spreadingpeace #navaratri #navarathri #dussehra #vijayadashami #durgapuja #celebration #victoryofgoodoverevil