Unknown Facts You should Know about goddess Durga

 Maa Durga, also known as Shakti or Devi, is one of the most revered gods in Hindu mythology. The devotees say that he started killing the demon Mahishasura. It is also believed that he is the protector of good and harmony in the world. Below are a few unknown facts about Maa Durga:

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Facts:-

1.In Sanskrit language the word "Durga" means “fortress” or “difficult place to conquer”. The name Durga is given to the goddess because of her defensive and fighting nature.

2.Trishul has three personality traits, namely Sawa, Rajas and Tamas which indicate inactivity, ambition and pressure. To maintain your joy in life, there must be a balance between these three.

3.The priest offered Lord Rama to offer 100 lotuses to the goddess, but he could only get ninety-nine. So he rolled one of his eyes at her. Devi rejoiced at her dedication and blessed her.

4.There have been different versions of the same story, but we find this as a link to celebrate Navratri and Dussehra.

5.The soil outside the brothels is used to make a statue of Maa Durga. Want to know why? Read on.

6.Durga has 8 to 10 arms. This represents 8 quadrants or references to Hinduism. This suggests that he protects those who are devoted to him from all directions.

7.Durga Symbol Trishul or Trident

The trishul or trident he holds symbolizes three personality traits - Satwa (inactivity or good mental state manifested by consciousness and purity of thought), Rajas (work or power associated with desires, desires and desires) and Tamas (exhaustion). To find peace and happiness, there must be a balance between these three qualities.

8.Durga Puja

Durga Puja remembers the dedication of Prince Rama to Maa Durga before going to war with the demonic king Ravana. Lord Rama first worshiped ‘Mahishasura Mardini’ (another name for the Goddess) or the buffalo-demon killer, by donating 108 green lotus and lighting 108 lamps.

9.Durga Puja as Saints Puja

Originally, Durga Puja celebrated during the spring as Basanti Puja. The culture during the autumn (September-October) is very different. Therefore, this Puja is also known as 'Akal-Bodhan' or off-season worship ('Akal') ('Bodhan').

10.He is portrayed as riding on a lion, which symbolizes infinite power. Durga riding a lion shows that he has infinite power and uses them to protect the good and to destroy the evil.

11.Other weapons in Durga's hands, such as the mace, the sword, the disc, and the arrow, convey the idea that a single weapon cannot destroy all kinds of enemies. Different weapons must be used to fight the enemy, depending on the circumstances. For example, greed should be undermined by the military, jealousy by a lack of desire, prejudice to one's knowledge, and pride in discrimination.