What happens when a sage’s deepest prayer becomes part of a battle that changes the fate of the gods? According to a popular Hindu tradition, Goddess Katyayani appeared as the daughter of Sage Katyayan, but her story did not end with her divine birth. She became associated with the fierce battle against Mahishasura, the demon who threatened the gods. Worshipped on the sixth day of Navratri, Maa Katyayani represents courage, strength and the protection of righteousness. Yet her story leads to another powerful form of the Goddess, whose appearance is even more fearsome: Maa Kalaratri.
