Durga Mata

The Divine Mother: fierce in her protection, boundless in her compassion, radiant in her strength.

The story & significance

Durga embodies Shakti, the divine feminine power. The Devi Mahatmya tells of her victory over Mahishasura, understood by many devotees as the triumph of wisdom and goodness over ego and destructive forces. Her many arms symbolise her capacity to protect and sustain; her lion represents courage under wise control.

In prayer & reflection

Devotees pray to the Mother for protection, courage and the inner strength to stand for what is right with compassion.