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The resulting prayer, often called the or Devi Stuti , consists of sequential verses where the gods offer repetitive, deep salutations to the Goddess, recognizing her diverse manifestations across the material and immaterial world. Word-by-Word Sanskrit Breakdown

"She who resides in all beings as the power of Vishnu (the preserver)— Salutations to her, salutations to her, salutations to her, again and again."

Different versions substitute other names: Chetana (consciousness), Shakti (energy), Buddhi (intellect), Kshanti (forgiveness), Lajja (modesty), Shanti (peace), Shraddha (faith), Daya (compassion), Dhriti (patience), Mati (understanding), Lakshmi (wealth), Vriddhi (prosperity), Smriti (memory), and Matri (mother).

"Who is the Devi that pervades all creation?"

The mantra is traditionally found in the Devi Mahatmya (Glory of the Goddess), part of the Markandeya Purana. Let us break down the famous opening line:

: It serves as a reminder that the divine is not distant but resides within every creature.