Collection of essays on Hindu Kali goddess.

Kali the Mother (Essence of Kali): The Destroyer of Evil, The Ultimate Warrior & The Protector of The Universe by Sister Nivedita: Delve into the mystical realm of Hindu mythology and spirituality with "Kali the Mother" by Sister Nivedita. In this enlightening book, Sister Nivedita explores the multifaceted aspects of the Hindu goddess Kali, delving into her symbolism, mythology, and profound spiritual significance. Discover the transformative power of Kali as the destroyer of evil, the embodiment of feminine strength, and the ultimate warrior who protects the universe. Key Aspects of the Book "Kali the Mother": Mythology and Symbolism: Uncover the rich mythology and symbolism associated with the Hindu goddess Kali, as Sister Nivedita delves into her various forms, attributes, and the cultural significance of her iconography. Divine Feminine Power: Explore the empowering portrayal of Kali as a symbol of feminine strength, liberation, and the fierce aspect of the divine feminine, challenging conventional notions of gender and spirituality. Spiritual Insights: Gain spiritual insights and guidance through Sister Nivedita's exploration of Kali's teachings, rituals, and the transformative power of devotion, providing a deeper understanding of the goddess's role in Hindu spirituality. Sister Nivedita, born Margaret Elizabeth Noble, was an Irish-born disciple of Swami Vivekananda and a prominent figure in the Indian independence movement. In "Kali the Mother," Sister Nivedita combines her deep spiritual insights and knowledge of Hindu mythology to shed light on the profound significance of the goddess Kali. Through her writings, Sister Nivedita continues to inspire spiritual seekers and provide a greater understanding of Hindu philosophy and mythology.

"Kali the Mother"(with Footnotes) by Sister Nivedita. Kali is a popular Hindu goddess who is considered to free her worshippers from fear (anxiety) and all troubles. In this book Nivedita celebrated this Indian goddess Kali.

Eternal salutations to Sri Durga, to Sri Kali, the boundless ocean of spiritual Wisdom who is the Divine Mother of the Universe. This ever-present Goddess epitomizes both the bliss of unlimited Awareness and the enthralling play of universal projection. She manifests countless beings abiding in an infinite set of worlds, seen and unseen, gross and subtle, hidden and exposed. Her existence is confirmed by the holy scriptures, for She is perceived intellectually by means of the Six Darshanas, Her perpetually flowing streams of eternal spiritual knowledge. She is approached and contacted by the devotees through intense sadhana, spiritual disciplines prescribed by the guru, and She is accessible through contemplation and meditation. Ultimately, She is realized as the essence of limitless Consciousness, infinite, indivisible, all-pervading and absolute... The Twenty-Four Aspects of Mother Kali, then, represent in book form an attempt to remind humanity of their divine parentage, of their divine nature, of their source of origin. It is hoped that those who are still asleep to this supreme verity called the Divine Mother of the Universe will have their inherent spirituality awakened; that those who have fallen into complacency or despondency will have their commitment to this non-dual Truth of existence rekindled; that those who are already abiding in this Truth will further exult in this sublime Essence of pure Being and continue to spread the pure light of Timeless Awareness to all inhabitants sporting consciously or unconsciously in the boundless ocean of the Universal Mother’s ineffable Grace.

"Never before in print have I seen Her brought to life with such passion and truth. Harding brings Mother Kali to everyone who sees her path".

One of the most unconventional yet immensely popular deities in the Hindu pantheon, goddess Kali essentially represents the dark and contrary aspects of the cosmos. Her naked form and association with violence, blood and gore challenge the very concept of divinity. Yet, over the centuries, she has come to represent a whole gamut of conflicting images-from bloodthirsty ogress to benign goddess. So today while she is venerated as Chamunda, a deity who verges on the macabre and grotesque, she is also adored in household shrines in one of her milder forms, Dakshina-Kali. It is this evolution of Kali-from her origin as a tantric goddess to her metamorphosis into a divinity in mainstream religion-that Seema Mohanty captures brilliantly in this book. Drawing upon a variety of sources-rituals associated with the worship of Kali, tales from the Ramayana, the Mahabharata, the Puranas, the Tantras and Agamas, folklore and films-she has succeeded in portraying in engrossing detail the myriad manifestations of the enigmatic deity that is Kali.

Those who love poetry will appreciate the wildly metaphysical, allegorical, and yet intensely honest and personal songs of the eighteenth-century poet and saint Ramprasad. These songs vividly present the mystery of the Feminine Divine, an intimate experience of the Mother, and a vast play of energy sustained by the Goddess Kali.