What does "divine wrath" mean in Hindu goddess traditions?
Hindu goddesses like Durga and Kali are among the most striking figures in Indian art. With fierce expressions, multiple arms, and weapons, they can appear terrifying—but their fury carries a deeper, transformative meaning.
As scholar Nina Petek (pina_metek) explains in our most recent edition of "Spiral" magazine, the goddesses’ wrath is not mindless anger. It is a creative, ethical, and protective force—a response to injustice and imbalance that restores order and empowers life.
🔗 Read the full article in the Wrath issue of "Spiral" magazine.
🎨 Artwork by Manjari Sharma (manjee)
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