या सांप्रतं चोद्धतदैत्यतापितैरस्माभिरीशा च सुरैर्नमस्यते । 

या च स्मृता तत्क्षणमेव हन्ति नः सर्वापदो भक्तिविनम्रमूर्तिभिः ।। 

The 36th shloka of the 5th adhyaya of Durga Saptashati.

Devas praised the 23 divine attributes of Devas starting with Vishnumaya.

Devas are presently tormented by the arrogant Daityas.

She's being praised by the Devas.

When praised, she doesn’t wait to remove the trouble of those who bow down before her.

She removes their troubles instantly.

Unlike some gods who require years of penance and rigorous rituals to be pleased, Devi, the Divine Mother, is compassionate and swift in her grace. When her devotees sincerely bow before her and offer praise, she does not delay in responding. Many gods demand long and intense tapasya (penance) to grant boons or relieve one from difficulties. Some gods may even test their devotees before offering their blessings. But Devi is different. She responds to the pure devotion of her worshippers without hesitation. The moment one calls upon her with true faith, she removes their troubles instantly. Her nature is nurturing and merciful, always ready to protect and guide her devotees. For those who are humble and sincere in their prayers, she does not wait or make them endure more suffering. She wipes away their obstacles, just like a mother rushing to comfort her child in distress.

In Kaliyuga, the capacity to endure suffering, patience, and tolerance are greatly diminished. People of Kaliyuga face constant challenges, both physical and mental, and often lack the inner strength to bear long periods of hardship. Devi's worship becomes especially important during this time because she offers immediate relief to her devotees. Devi responds quickly to sincere prayers. Her grace helps those in Kaliyuga navigate life's difficulties with greater ease. Her compassion and swift action provide a much-needed refuge, offering hope and protection in these troubled times.

Knowledge Bank

What are Yantras ?

Yantras are considered the deity's body, with Mantras as the soul. Each deity has an associated Yantra, and Agamas give specific instructions for creating and worshipping these Yantras. They can be made on various materials, including gold, silver, copper, or Bhurja (birch bark). There are two types of Yantras: those used in worship (Pujaniya) and those worn on the body (Dharaniya), with the latter believed to fulfill desires and offer protection.

Which are some of the most important holy teerthas?

Kashi (Varanasi), Mathura, Vrindavan, Ayodhya, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Dwarka, Puri, Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, Yamunotri, and Rameswaram.