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Devi Form · Slayer of Chanda and Munda

Chamunda

चामुण्डा
Also known as: Cāmuṇḍā, Camunḍā

About

The fierce form of Durga who slew the demons Chanda and Munda. Emerged from Kali's forehead. Represents the power that destroys evil forces. Often depicted as a skeletal, fierce figure in cremation grounds.

Attributes

Demon slayerFiercenessCremation ground goddess

Symbols

Skull malaSwordTrishulaSkeletal form
Consort
Shiva

Associated Mantras

Om Cāmuṇḍāyai Namaḥ
Cāmuṇḍā Stotram

Festivals

Navaratri

Scriptures

Devī Māhātmya

Regions Worshipped

Pan-India

Iconography

Skeletal or emaciated form. Dark complexion, sunken eyes, protruding teeth. Garland of skulls. Often depicted with scorpions and spiders. Seated on a corpse.