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Stories of Devi Quiz
12 Questions
6 mins
1 Language
The greatness of Devi & her worship are in Devi Mahatmya. It is part of Markandeya Purana. It is also called the Durga Saptashati or Chandipaath. Stories about the Devi are at least 1500 years old. Evidence of Devi worship comes from Baghor from almost 10000 years ago. Some claim that a few Harappa seals also indicate this tradition. Let us explore some powerful stories from the Devi tradition. How do the Vedas describe Devi? Who was Raktabija? Why are young girls worshipped in Navratri?
The pictures are various sculptures of Mahisasuramardini. They are not connected to the questions.
Five lucky quizzers will win Markandeya Purana by Bibek Debroy.
