Bhadrakali
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Bhadrakali (IAST: Bhadrakālī; Template:Literal translation[1]) is an important goddess, mainly worshiped by Hindus, and is a form of Kali. She is considered to be the auspicious and fortunate form of Adi Shakti or Durga, the supreme mother who protects the good, known as Bhadra or Bhadra Bhagavathy. She is worshipped predominently in the South indian state of Kerala[2] and Nashik.[3]
In Vaishnavism, Bhadrakali is among the many epithets of Yogamaya, the internal potency of illusion of the supreme preserver deity, Vishnu.[4] In Shaivism, she accompanies Virabhadra, a form of Shiva, as manifestations of Shiva's wrath.[5]
Etymology
The name Bhadra comes from Sanskrit. In Sanskrit, "bhadra" means "auspicious" or "fortunate". Another interpretation traces the name to the Sanskrit root word (Beeja akshara) "bha" and "dra". The letter "bha" signifies "delusion" or "maya", while "dra" is used as a superlative meaning "the most" or "the greatest". Together, "bhadra" may mean "maha maya" or "great delusion".[6][7]
Forms
According to Tantra Rahasya, the feminine form of the divine (devi) arose from the north face of Shiva, which is blue and with three eyes.[8]
Worship
According to Kerala traditions, the events described in the Markandeya Purana associated with Bhadrakali (her slaying of the demon Darika to liberate the universe from evil) took place in Kerala, near Madayi in the Kannur District.[9] She is seen to protect the honour of women and to bestow all spiritual knowledge.[10]
Other legends
According to legends, the Sanskrit poet Kalidasa is believed to have gained mental consciousness due to the divine will of Bhadrakali.[11]
References
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Further reading
- Dictionary of Hindu Lore and Legend (Template:ISBN) by Anna Dallapiccola
External links
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