Bagalamukhi, one of the Dasha Mahavidya is “Brahamastraswroopini”- the embodiment of the potent Brahmastra weapon, in front of which everyone and every weapon is powerless.
In Shakta Tantra tradition texts such as Tantrasara, Bagalamukhi is revered as an aspect of Tripurasundari. She is worshipped for “stambhan” or “paralyzing” the enemy, stealing away their wealth, wit, and fame.
Her characteristic form presented in this nearly 4-foot large granite statue comes from the legend of the demon Madan, who used his “vak vidya” or the power of speech to torment people.
To curb him, Bagalamukhi appeared with her mace, pulled his tongue, and disarmed him. However, due to Madan worshipping the goddess, she gave him the boon that he would be revered by her, which is why the demon is ever-present, even if being punished by the goddess.
The sculpture depicts Bagalamukhi as a most beautiful feminine, seated in the Lalitasana pose, reminding us of her connections with Lalita Tripurasundari, the supreme mother and the pinnacle of beauty.
Fine etchings and line-delineated the ornaments and expressions of Bagalamukhi, who is devoid of anger as she pulls the tongue of Madan, who sits near her feet, defensively holding on to his sword and shield.
Gada or mace of Bagalamukhi lies near her feet on the pedestal. The chaturbhuja or four-armed form of Bagalamukhi is a potent or Teevra aspect of the goddess, in which she swiftly answers the prayers of the devotees. Her foot placed on the exquisite lotus, Bagalamukhi is the refuge of all and the most powerful protectress in this sculpture.
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