Thursday 9 March 2017

Ya Devi Sarva Bhuteshu

Ya Devi Sarva Bhuteshu

Ya Devi Mahatmyam or the Durga Saptashati consists of 700 verses in praise of Goddess Durga.  Each of these verses describes the glory and magnificence of the Divine Mother.  “Ya Devi Sarva Bhuteshu……” is among the most widely known shlokas from the Saptashati.  The verses of the shloka beautifully hail Goddess Durga who dwells in devotees’ hearts and minds in various forms.  As one recites the sholka, one pays tribute to the Goddess who takes the form of power and peace and worships Her as the Mother of all earthly beings.