Durga Statue
Durga Statue
Bronze like colorful resin – 8.25×6.25z3.5″
Durga is a major deity in Hinduism. She is worshipped as a principal aspect of the mother goddess Devi and is one of the most popular and widely revered among Indian divinities. She is associated with protection, strength, motherhood, destruction and wars.[4][5][6] Her legend centres around combating evils and demonic forces that threaten peace, prosperity, and Dharma the power of good over evil.[5][7] Durga is believed to unleash her divine wrath against the wicked for the liberation of the oppressed, and entails destruction to empower creation.[8] Historians of religion and art tend to trace the earliest depiction of Durga to the seals of Indus Valley Civilization. However, this claim lacks direct visual evidence from the site. There are several hints to her in the early Vedic texts and by the time of the epics, she emerges as an independent deity. According to Hindu legends, Durga is created by the gods to defeat the demon Mahishasura, who could be only killed by a female. Durga is seen as a motherly figure and often depicted as a beautiful woman, riding a lion or tiger, with many arms each carrying a weapon and often defeating demons.[2][9][10][11] She is widely worshipped by the followers of the goddess centric sect, Shaktism, and has importance in other denominations like Shaivism and Vaishnavism. Under these traditions, Durga is associated and identified with other deities. There are many devotees of Goddess Durga who recite Saptashloki Durga Saptashati to seek her blessings
excerpted from Wikipedia
Tiger
Are you the head of your home or business? Do you embrace the part of you that is dynamic and powerful? Are you in tune with everything that is happening around you?
Tiger totem is an ally to help you improve your senses—olfactory and sight. Tigers have exceptionally good eyesight and a strong sense of smell. They live a solitary life in their vast territory and mark it with their scent. Tiger reminds you to take notice of the aromas and odors wherever you go in order to interpret information regarding authenticity and the safety of the setting. Use your peripheral vision consciously to maintain situational awareness.
Tiger medicine helps you own your world with confidence and courage. When it comes down to it, it is up to you to take responsibility for your life. You come into this world alone, and you leave this world alone. The largest member of the cat family, tigers are accustomed to ruling the immense lands that make up their world. Other than humans, they have no predators. Tiger is frequently found on flags and brands as a symbol of power and leadership in their domain. When Tiger visits you, it is a confirmation of your leadership abilities and the power to make things happen. There are many ways to lead—the most effective are to lead by example, listen to your colleagues, and do your share of the workload. Focus on your vision, and work with your team using passion, integrity, and patience.
Tiger enjoys regular swims and its den needs to feel like home. Tiger medicine encourages you to establish your home and/or office and equip them all the amenities you need to feel comfortable. With Tiger as a totem, you will find it advantageous to have access to a pool or a place to swim, a den, and a fairly large space around your home or yard.
~excerpted from Animal Totems and the Gemstone Kingdom: Spiritual Connections of Crystal Vibrations and Animal Medicine by Margaret Ann Lembo
Gold Tiger Eye
Eye of the Tiger
Affirmation: I am safe. I have constant protection surrounding me. I have the courage and self-confidence to create my world. I am grateful for other people’s good fortune. It brings me joy to see others experiencing happiness. I extend blessings and goodwill to all.
Color: brown and gold with lighter bands of brown and gold
Chakra(s): solar plexus, navel, and root
About the stone: Gold tiger’s eye is a quartz (silicon dioxide) chatoyant pseudomorph of a yellow to brown variety. Tiger’s eye is formed by quartz replacement of asbestos called crocidolite. The color is caused by iron oxides during the decaying process.
Spiritual uses: Gold tiger’s eye enlivens your ability to remember your dreams and use the dreamtime for spiritual advancement. The chatoyancy, or the optical reflectance effect, of this stone sparks your imagination, which is the key to understanding your intuition. The gold energy of this stone reminds you to embrace your spiritual potential and allow divinity into your spiritual practice. Use this stone to connect with the spiritual power of the Sun as a source for nourishment of your soul. Gold tiger’s eye is ideal for connecting with Archangels Jophiel and Sabrael.
Excerpted from Margaret Ann Lembo’s The Essential Guide to Crystals, Minerals & Stones
