In today's episode we discuss Durga, the fierce warrior goddess of Hindu mythology. We discuss the symbolic nature of her fight against demons and the duality of love and war. We also reflect on how mythology can be weaponized in a nationalistic and oppressive way.
Sources
The Book of Durgaby Nilima Chitgopekar
The Goddess Durga: The Mother of the Hindu Universe
GODDESSES: Durga in Perspective by Sayantani DasGupta
Hinduism—World History Encyclopedia
Devi Durga: The symbolism of feminine strength | Religion News
The dark side of Durga Puja Bengalis don't like to talk about
“Goddess Durga: Origin, iconography and mythology” by Akhileshwar Singh
“‘Durga did not kill Mahishasur’: Hindus, Adivasis and Hindutva” by Moumita Sen
