discover goddess durga

Goddess Durga is the fierce warrior form of the Divine Mother (Shakti) in Hinduism. Created from the combined energies of all the gods to defeat the buffalo demon Mahishasura, Durga represents the ultimate feminine power — strong enough to conquer what no individual god could.

Durga is depicted riding a lion or tiger, with eight or ten arms each carrying a weapon given by different gods. Her name means "the invincible one," and she is worshipped especially during the nine-night festival of Navratri.

Durga is a powerful role model, especially for young girls — a fierce protector who fights for justice. But she is also a loving mother (often called "Ma Durga"), combining strength with compassion in a way that resonates with all children.

In "The Marvelous Hindu Deities," Durga is illustrated with her lion mount and multiple arms, conveying both her power and grace. Children see that being strong and being kind are not opposites.