Parvati
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Goddess of Earth who protects humans in Hinduism
Wife of Shiva, often seen as the opposite of him
Usually seen riding a tiger wielding multiple weapons
Avatars:
- Durga: mother / protector
- Kali: enraged
- Shakti: female creative energy and power
- Uma
- Devi
Durga festival
Popular festival in India
Similar to Christmas in scale
Ajitani Hifumi