Talk:Durga saptashati

Title

Durga Saptashati Published by Geeta Press Gorakhpur

Author

Maharshi Markandeya.

Publication Date

The Hindi version of Durga Saptashati was first penned in Prayagraj by Pt Devidutt Shukla In 1936. Geeta Press Gorakhpur first published the Durga Saptashati in the early 20th century.

Edition

• Durga Saptashati with Hindi Translation
• Durga Saptashati with English Translation
• Durga Saptashati with Commentary
• Durga Saptashati Pocket-sized Editions

Description

Durga Saptashati, also known as Devi Mahatmya and Chandi Path, is a text describing the victory of the Goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasura. It is part of the Markandeya Purana, written by sage Markandeya. It is composed of 700 verses, divided into thirteen chapters or sections known as "Adhyayas." It eloquently describes Goddess Durga's exploits and divine battles against various formidable demons

Historical Era

The Durga Saptashati belongs to the ancient era of scriptures part of the Markandeya Purana, one of the eighteen Mahapuranas.

Geographic Coverage

The original text is based in ancient India. The translation and its influence are global among Shakta(Worshippers of goddess Shakti ) followers.

Primary Sources

Markandeya Purana