Dasa Mahavidyas

The 10 Mahavidyas (or Dasa Mahavidyas) are ten different forms of the divine feminine energy in Hinduism, representing profound wisdom and power, and are central to Tantric practice. They are (or Dasa Mahavidyas) are ten different forms of the divine feminine energy in Hinduism, representing profound wisdom and power, and are central to Tantric practice. They are:

1. Kali

   The first Mahavidya, representing destruction and transformation.

2. Tara

   The second Mahavidya, associated with sustenance and compassion.

3. Tripura Sundari

   Also known as Shodashi, the third Mahavidya, embodying divine beauty and perfection.

4. Bhuvaneshvari

   The fourth Mahavidya, the Queen of the universe.

5. Bhairavi

   The fifth Mahavidya, often associated with time and fierce power.

6. Chhinnamasta

   The sixth Mahavidya, known for self-sacrifice and transcending lower tendencies.

7. Dhumavati

   The seventh Mahavidya, representing the void and inauspiciousness.

8. Bagalamukhi

   The eighth Mahavidya, the paralyzer, who can bring enemies to a standstill.

9. Matangi

   The ninth Mahavidya, who rules over speech, the arts, and knowledge.

10. Kamala

    The tenth Mahavidya, representing wealth and auspiciousness, a form of Lakshmi.

Each Mahavidya has distinct attributes, symbols, and associated mantras and yantras, which are used in worship to gain their blessings.