Quiz on Forms of Divine Mother Goddess - Page 5

Originally posted by: mnx12

Question 7:

The specific name & significance of the form, who appeared from the flames.

The form you're referring to is most likely Goddess Durga in her manifestation as Goddess Kaushiki (or Chandika). In Hindu mythology, particularly in the Devi Mahatmya (part of the Markandeya Purana), there is a significant event where Goddess Durga manifests from the flames.

Significance:

-Goddess Kaushiki emerged from the body of Goddess Parvati to fight the demon brothers Shumbha and Nishumbha. The story goes that Parvati shed her outer skin (which was black in color), and from that, Kaushiki was born, who had a radiant, golden complexion.

Answer of Q 6, 7.

Devi Lalita Tripur Sundari, appeared from, fire of Chidagni- Consciousness.

Appearing from fire of Consciousness, She is, "Nirvana Sundari". As the name indicates, Her sadhna, is done for getting liberation.

Question 8:

Name of the form of Kali, taken by Parvati.

Originally posted by: mnx12

Question 8:

Name of the form of Kali, taken by Parvati.

According to Devi Bhagavatam, it is Kaushiki I think.. not sure

Originally posted by: mnx12

Question 8:

Name of the form of Kali, taken by Parvati.

It may also be Chamunda devi?

She is, "Dakshin Kalika", the 1st Mahavidya.

Her leg is on Shiv's cheast.

Yama coming from Dakshin (south), is scared to come near Her devotee. Hence the name, "Dakshin Kalika".

Question 9:

Who is Atharvan Bhadrakali?

Originally posted by: mnx12

Question 9:

Who is Atharvan Bhadrakali?

Atharvana Bhadrakali is a manifestation of the Universal Mother Shakthi. She is also known as Pratyangira, Simhamukhi, and Nikumbala.

Atharvana Bhadrakali is the goddess of the Atharva Veda, a Vedic script that contains prayers, hymns, and magical spells.

According to the Tripura Rahasya, Atharvana Bhadrakali is the pure manifestation of the wrath of Tripura Sundari.

Answer of Q 9:

Goddess Pratyangira, also known as Atharvana Bhadra Kali, holds a unique place in the realms of Tantra and Vedic traditions. Associated with the Atharva Veda, she safeguards its secret mantras, tantras, and yantras, preventing them from falling into malevolent hands. This formidable deity is renowned for her role in countering negative elements.