Brahmacharini (2011) Painting by Pratyasha
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Original Artwork
Painting,
Oil
- Dimensions Height 11.6in, Width 8.3in
- Categories Abstract
In Hindu mythology, Brahmacharini is one of the nine forms of Goddess Durga. She is worshiped on the second night of Navratri festival. Here word “Brahm” refers to “Tapa”. So Brahmcharini means Tapa Charini – The one who perform Tapa or penance. Parvati earned this name when she practiced severe penances of Lord Shiva.
In Hindu mythology, Brahmacharini is one of the nine forms of Goddess Durga. She is worshiped on the second night of Navratri festival. Here word “Brahm” refers to “Tapa”. So Brahmcharini means Tapa Charini – The one who perform Tapa or penance. Parvati earned this name when she practiced severe penances of Lord Shiva.