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Mangala

मङ्गला
Also known as: Maṅgalā, Kakatpur Mangala, Auspicious Goddess, Odisha Devi

About

The presiding goddess of the Mangala temple in Kakatpur, Odisha. Worshipped as the auspicious form of the goddess who bestows blessings and protection. Associated with the famous Mangala temple and the tradition of 'Chhadakhai' (the goddess's blessing).

Attributes

Auspicious goddessOdisha deityProtectionBlessingsKakatpur

Symbols

LionTrishulaLotusCrownAuspicious symbols
Consort
Shiva
Vahana (Mount)
Lion

Associated Mantras

Om Maṅgalāyai Namaḥ
Mangala Stotram

Festivals

NavaratriMangala PujaAnnual temple festivals

Scriptures

PuranasTemple legends

Regions Worshipped

Odisha (Kakatpur)Coastal Odisha

Iconography

Seated on lion. Holds trishula and lotus. Crowned, serene, auspicious expression. Associated with the Kakatpur temple.