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Bonbibi

बनबिबी
Also known as: Banabibī, Bandevi, Forest Mother, Sundarbans Goddess

About

The forest goddess of the Sundarbans in West Bengal and Bangladesh. Worshipped by honey collectors, woodcutters, and fishermen for protection from tiger attacks. Represents harmony between humans and nature. Venerated by both Hindus and Muslims.

Attributes

Forest goddessTiger protectionSyncretic deitySundarbansNature guardian

Symbols

ForestTigerBoatHoneyLamp

Associated Mantras

Om Banabibī Namaḥ
Bonbibi Stotram
Bonbibi Johuranama

Festivals

Bonbibi PujaAnnual forest ceremonies

Scriptures

Bonbibi JohuranamaFolk traditions

Regions Worshipped

Sundarbans (West Bengal)Bangladesh

Iconography

Depicted as a compassionate mother figure, often with a boat or forest symbols. Sometimes with a tiger under her control. Syncretic iconography blending Hindu and Muslim elements.