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Lesson 1: The Sixth Archetype
Goddess: Kātyāyanī
Mantra: ॐ देवी कात्यायनी नमः
(“Om Devi Katyayanyai Namaha”)
Psychological Archetypes: The Warrior, The Liberator, The Ruler
Rasa: Raudra, Intense
The Unrelenting Warrioress, with her fiery spirit and unwavering strength, stands tall and commands respect. She is unafraid to take on the battle of freeing the self from all conditioned narratives. Her fierce energy is both intimidating and inspiring, and she refuses to settle for anything lesser that complete liberation. She is a symbol of power and resilience, establishing a new domain of love and authenticity.
Goddess Kātyāyanī
In the Shakta tradition, Kātyāyanī is the sixth form of the goddess Durga, and is often associated with strength, courage, and determination. Kātyāyanī is depicted as a radiant Goddess with four arms, riding a lion, and holding a sword and lotus in her two hands. Her name is derived from the sage Katyayan, who performed intense penance to invoke her blessings. Kātyāyanī can be seen as representing the qualities of inner strength, resilience, and self-empowerment. She encourages individuals to find their own inner warrior, and to discover their true selves.
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