What are the nine forms of Goddess Durga?

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Shardiya Navratri marks Goddess Durga's victory over the demon Mahishasura and ends with Vijayadashmi/Dussehra celebrations. The nine-day festival begins on October 15 this year and ends on October 24. Each of the nine days is devoted to the worship of Goddess Durga, a symbol of feminine strength, courage and determination. Her nine forms or avatars are a manifestation of the various qualities that the Goddess or women in general embody throughout their lives. We take you through the nine forms of Durga and what they stand for.

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Shailputri

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Brahmacharini

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Chandraghanta

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Kushmanda

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Skandamata

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Katyayani

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Kalaratri

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Mahagauri

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Siddhidhatri