Devi Gita is a holy text in Hinduism and is associated with
Shakti Worship. Mother Goddess is considered as Supreme Truth in this text. This
Shakta text consists of 507 verses and was originally part of Devi Bhagavad
Purana (VII 31 – 40). But today it is considered as an independent text.
Devi Gita is believed to have been composed during the 12
century and establishes the full nature and identity of Mother Goddess. Some of
the important messages in it are found in the Bhagavad Gita.
Devi Gita in Nut Shell
Expounds the non-dual views of Adi Shankaracharya
Contains teachings from Advaita texts like Vedantasara and
Panchadasi
Tantric and Vedic practices are incorporated in it
Portrayal of Goddess in Puranas also finds its mention in
the text
She is the destroyer of demons and also the fountain head of
wisdom
First chapter narrates about the appearance of Mother
Goddess on Earth.
The discourse begins in the second chapter in the form of a
conversation between Goddess Parvati and her father Himavan.
The text also details about the Bhakti Yoga aspect and
methods to attain Jivan mukti (salvation).
It also contains important sacred places
associated with Goddess Shakti and also the important festivals.