Ambika (goddess)

Ambika
Affiliation Goddess Durga, , Shakti, , Kaushiki
Weapon Discus, Conch Shell, Trident, Mace, Bow, Sword, Lotus Flower
Mount Lion
Consort Shiva

Ambika is one of the forms of Durga. She has eight arms, holding multiple weapons. She is also known as Kaushiki in Durga Saptshati who emerged from the body cells of Durga to kill the demons Shumbha and Nishumbha at the request of Gods. [1]

References

  1. ↑ Dalal, Roshen (2010). Ambika. The Religions of India: A Concise Guide to Nine Major Faiths. Penguin Books. p. 18. ISBN 9780143415176. Retrieved 22 June 2016.
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