Entity: KALI
KALI is the Hindu goddess of death and destruction, associated with empowerment and shakti, often depicted as fierce and terrible.
KALI
Etymology
The name KALI comes from kāla, which means black, time, death, or lord of death, associated with the Hindu goddess of death and destruction.
Definition
KALI is a powerful Hindu goddess symbolizing death, time, and empowerment, often depicted as fierce and terrible.
Historical Context
KALI, also known as Kālikā, is the fierce aspect of the goddess Durga (Parvati) and is the consort of Shiva. She is associated with empowerment, shakti, and is revered in Hindu mythology.
Cultural Significance
KALI is worshipped for her power, beauty, and the art of pushing individuals out of their comfort zones to facilitate growth. She is a symbol of strength and transformation.
Related Concepts
KALI is often associated with concepts of time, death, and the cycle of life. She is revered in Hindu culture as a symbol of empowerment and the fierce aspect of the divine feminine.
See Also
A powerful Hindu goddess symbolizing death, time, and empowerment, often depicted as fierce and terrible.