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Vana Durga

वनदुर्गा
Also known as: Vana Durgā, Forest Goddess, Jungle Mother

About

The form of Durga associated with forests, wilderness, and tribal areas. Worshipped in forest regions of Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Protects travelers in forests and safeguards the wildlife. Represents the untamed, wild aspect of the divine feminine.

Attributes

ForestWildernessProtectionTribal goddess

Symbols

LionTrishulaForestNeem
Consort
Shiva
Vahana (Mount)
Lion

Associated Mantras

Om Vana Durgāyai Namaḥ

Festivals

NavaratriForest festivals

Scriptures

PuranasFolk traditions

Regions Worshipped

Forest regions of Tamil NaduKeralaWestern Ghats

Iconography

Similar to Durga but with forest elements. Seated on lion. Green or dark complexion. Often depicted with forest flora.