The Goddess

Blow the conches, beat the drums!
Maa Durga arrives in her nine forms!
Behold the first – Maa Shailaputri – riding a bull.
A trident and lotus in Her hands She holds.
She is the root and foundation of all existence.
Maa! Grant me stability, prosperity and strength!
Behold the second – Maa Brahmacharini – in white
With a rosary and water pot in Her hands divine.
She follows the path of austerity and celibacy.
Maa! Grant me spiritual knowledge and self-discipline!
Behold the third – Maa Chandraghanta – riding a tiger
With weapons in ten hands that, on evil, wreak disaster.
She is the symbol of courage and bravery.
Maa! Remove obstacles and protect me from enemies!
Behold the fourth – Maa Kushmanda – riding a lioness
With weapons and a rosary in Her ten hands.
The creator of the universe, the cosmic egg is She.
Maa! Grant me creativity, energy and well-being!
Behold the fifth – Maa Skandamata – riding a lion
With Skanda in her lap, and lotuses in two of four hands.
She is the epitome of motherly love and affection.
Maa! Grant the welfare and protection of my children!
Behold the sixth – Maa Katyayani – riding a lion
With radiant beauty and holding a sword in her hand.
She is like a warrior and can destroy all evil.
Maa! Grant me courage and victory over adversaries!
Behold the seventh – Maa Kaalaratri – riding a donkey.
Dark and terrifying, a sword and noose She weilds.
Of ignorance and darkness, She is the destroyer.
Maa! Grant me protection from negativity and fear!
Behold the eighth – Maa Mahagauri – riding a white bull
Radiant and pure, holding a trident and damaru.
She represents purity and spiritual growth.
Maa! Grant me peace and serenity, and purify my soul!
Behold the ninth – Maa Siddhidatri – riding a lion
Holding a discus, mace, lotus and conch in Her four hands.
She enables the attainment of supernatural powers.
Maa! Grant me wisdom and spiritual knowledge!
Maa Durga, my Goddess! My Supreme Mother!
Before You I bow, and offer my sincere prayers!
O Mother! Bless me and accept my devotion!
O Mother! May I never lose this spiritual connection!

Om Jai NavDurge Namah!!!