Goddess Manudevi is a manifestation of Mother Goddess
Shakti. She is the kuldevata, or family deity, of thousands of families in
Jalgaon area in Maharashtra . Goddess Manu Devi
is believed to have manifested first in the Satpuda
Ranges in Maharashtra .
Legend has it that when the power of the demons became
uncontrollable, Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva assembled in a cave and meditated.
Mother Goddess Shakti then appeared as Goddess Manu Devi and decided to bring
down the rule of the demons.
She then took numerous forms and destroyed all the he demons
including Mahishasura, the chief of the demons.
A popular shrine and ancient shrine dedicated to Goddess
Manu Devi is located at Adgaon near Jalgaon in Maharashtra .
Goddess Manu Devi is a fierce form of Mother Goddess Shakti but to her devotees she
is the kind and caring mother. Childless couples find relief at her feet. She
also bless children with good health.