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Why Was Shyama Mai Temple Built on a Funeral Pyre?

Imagine visiting a temple to seek the blessings of Goddess Kali, only to discover that the ground beneath it has a very unusual history. In Darbhanga, Bihar, Shyama Mai Temple stands on the cremation site of a king. This is not just another temple story. Its origins connect royal history,…

MyLifeXP · Nov 9

Why Does Bengal Worship Maa Kali on Diwali Night?

Across much of India, Diwali is closely associated with the worship of Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of prosperity and good fortune. But in Bengal, the same night takes on a different spiritual meaning. As lamps glow and homes fill with festive energy, devotees gather to worship Maa Kali, the fierce…

MyLifeXP · Oct 29

Who Are the Dakini Behind Maa Kali? The Hidden Truth

Have you ever looked at a picture of Maa Kali and wondered who the fierce, sword-carrying female figures standing behind her were? Their appearance can seem mysterious, even frightening, especially when you first encounter such an image as a child. These figures are often identified as Dakinis or Yoginis in…

MyLifeXP · Oct 17

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Why Nobody Talks About This Beautiful Kali Tradition

If you have never heard Shyama Sangeet, you may be missing one of the most intimate expressions of Maa Kali bhakti. In this Bengali devotional tradition, Kali is not approached only as a powerful goddess. She is addressed as Ma someone a devotee can speak to, question, complain to, cry…

MyLifeXP · Sep 27

Why Hanuman Ji Became Linked to Maa Kali’s Fierce Form

Why is Hanuman Ji, known for his devotion to Lord Rama, sometimes associated with the fierce form of Maa Kali? At first, the connection may seem surprising. Hanuman is usually remembered as the devoted vanara warrior who represents strength, courage and bhakti, while Kali represents the fierce power that destroys…

MyLifeXP · Sep 12

What Makes These 4 Kali Temples in Bengal So Mysterious?

Bengal has a unique relationship with Maa Kali. Here, Kali is not remembered only as the fierce goddess who destroys evil. She is also Maa, the compassionate mother who protects, guides, and walks beside her devotees. From the banks of the Ganga to the quiet landscapes of Birbhum, Bengal is…

MyLifeXP · Aug 16

The Real Reason Maa Kali Is Fierce & Lakshmi Stays Gentle

There is something deeply striking about the contrast between Maa Kali and Maa Lakshmi. One appears terrifying, draped in darkness, wearing skulls and standing in raw, unapologetic power. The other radiates calm, seated on a lotus, symbolizing beauty, grace, and abundance. At first glance, they feel like opposites. But when…

MyLifeXP · Apr 29

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When is Kali Puja? Date, timing, significance, and puja rituals

Kali Puja, which is also known as Shyama Puja, honours the Hindu goddess Kali and falls during Diwali celebrations in India's eastern states. Devotees offer prayers and seek the blessings of Maa Kali, the personification of empowerment and protection, on the new moon night (Amavasya) in the month of Kartik.

The Times of India · Nov 9, 2023

Ukraine Minister apologises for Goddess Kali tweet, says ‘we respect unique Indian culture’

Ukraine’s Deputy Foreign Minister Emine Dzhaparova, who recently visited India, on May 2 expressed “regrets” over the depiction of Goddess Kali in a “distorted manner” by the Defence Ministry and apologised for the act, saying her country and its people respect “unique Indian culture”.

The Hindu · May 2, 2023

FIR lodged against The Week’s Editor over ‘offensive’ image

Magazine issues apology, but columnist Bibek Debroy to end association with it

The Hindu · Aug 5, 2022

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