Mahadevi
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Mahadevi, also referred to as Mahamaya and Adi Parashakti, is the supreme goddess in Hinduism. According to the goddess-centric sect Shaktism, all Hindu gods and goddesses are manifestations of this g
An 18th-century painting of Mahadevi from Bikaner, Rajasthan
As Tripura Sundari, she is the complete supreme form.
Adi Parashakti, the formless one who manifests all forms
A painting of Lakshmi surrounded by two elephants
Durga
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Durga is one of the most important deities in Hinduism. She is widely worshipped by the followers of the goddess-centric sect, Shaktism, regarded as the principal aspect of Mahadevi, the Ultimate Real
Mahadevi
…primary forms—Parvati, Lakshmi, Sarasvati, Gayatri and Radha, collectively known as Panchaprakriti. Besides these, the goddesses Tripura Sundari and Durga are also identified with Mahadevi. Mahadevi is known by many names in Hindu texts. These include Mulaprakrti ('she who is primordial matter') and…
A painting of Durga at Jaganmohan Palace, Mysuru
18th-century painting of Durga slaying the buffalo demon Mahishasura
Durga killing Mahishasura in a Durga Puja celebration in Bengal
13th century stone sculpture in the British Museum