The Story of Durga
Timeless wisdom for modern lifeDurga is the fierce, protective mother goddess and the embodiment of Shakti — the slayer of the buffalo demon Mahishasura and the destroyer of evil.
Durga represents the triumph of good over evil and is worshipped during Navratri in her nine forms (Navadurga).
When the buffalo-demon Mahishasura could not be defeated by any god, the powers of all the devas combined into one radiant warrior goddess — Durga. Riding a lion, bearing a weapon in each of her many arms, she is the fierce, protective face of the divine mother.
Durga means "the invincible," the fort no evil can breach. She is celebrated across India during Navratri. A daughter named Durga carries courage, protection, and the unstoppable strength of the mother who guards her own.
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