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Lesson 1: The Second Archetype
Goddess: Brahmachāriṇī
“ॐ देवी ब्रह्मचारिण्यै नमः॥”
(Om Devi Brahmacharinyai Namah)
Psychological Archetypes: The Seeker, The Hermit, and The Abundant
Rasa: Veeram, Courage
The Mystic Wayfarer, treads a path less traveled with unwavering determination. With a restless soul and a heart full of wonder, she ventures forth into the unknown, seeking answers to life’s deepest mysteries. Detached from the material world, she seeks solace in solitude and silence, drawing strength from her innermost being. With an abundance of wisdom and a generosity of spirit, she shares her hard-earned insights with those she encounters on her journey, inspiring them to discover their own path. She is a fearless trailblazer, forging her own destiny and paving the way for others to follow.
Goddess Brahmachāriṇī
In the Shakta tradition, Brahmachāriṇī is the second form of the Goddess Durga, and is worshipped on the second day of Navaratri. She is depicted as a young woman who is engaged in penance and meditation. Her name, Brahmachāriṇī, means “one who pursues the path of Brahman (the ultimate reality).”
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