Durga with 10-arms is a very popular form of Goddess Durga. This
form is widely seen during Durga Puja and Navratri. Here is a list of 10
weapons held by Durga in her 10 arms.
- Trident
- Discus
- Scimitar (Kharga)
- Snake
- Conch
- Mace
- Bow/arrow
- Hook
- Lotus
- Thunderbolt
The overall image of Goddess Durga annihilating demon
Mahishasura does not change. But sometimes instead of a human head, the demon
is depicted as having a buffalo head.
Majority of times two hands of Goddess Durga will be in
blessing posture. Then two weapons are not depicted.
It must be noted that there is no rule regarding the number
of arms. It depends on the artist who is making the murti. The hands are in
even in numbers.
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