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Unlike much Western mythology, Hinduism at all
times has recognized the feminine principle, most prominently
in the form of consort to Shiva or Shiva-Shakti. The male power,
is useless without this energizing female power, conceived of
in its benign form as Parvati, and in its fierce or destructive
form as Kali. In this terrifying aspect, the goddess drips blood
from her devouring mouth, and her huge sword has beheaded the
demon Ignorance, while her other two hands signify the blessing
implied by this spiritual deed. |