By Tune in on Spotify for a deeper exploration of this story in Hindi & English. Chandraghanta is the third form of Durga, the warrior bride with a bell-shaped moon on her brow, who appeared at her own wedding and returned to kill the bat demon Jatukasura. Chandraghanta is worshipped on
Devi Saptashati: The Timeless Collection of Hymns Honoring Goddess Durga
The Devi Saptashati recounts the epic battle between the goddess Durga and the demon Mahishasura. Durga, empowered by the gods, defeats Mahishasura after a nine-day battle. Durga’s various manifestations are outlined in the passage, and reciting hymns from the Devi Saptashati evokes Durga’s blessings. Characters in the story: Goddess Durga:
