--- product_id: 14813912 title: "Devi-Mahatmyam (The Chandi)" price: "€ 21.51" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/14813912-devi-mahatmyam-the-chandi store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # Devi-Mahatmyam (The Chandi) **Price:** € 21.51 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Devi-Mahatmyam (The Chandi) - **How much does it cost?** € 21.51 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/14813912-devi-mahatmyam-the-chandi) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Review: A classic edition of one of the most important Shakta texts - The Devi Mahatmyam (DevI MAhAtmyam), also known as DurgA Saptas'ati or Can.d.I, is represented by 700 verses divided in 13 chapters and belongs to the Markandeya Purana. Despite being the MP a MahaPurana often regarded as a Vaishnava text, the section named Devi Mahatmyam is perhaps one of the most important texts for the Shakta tradition as well. It describes the exploits of the Goddess Durga, in her 3 aspects (MahaKali, MahaLaksmi and MahaSaraswati), as a Cosmic defender of the Dharma, destroyer of demons, granter of liberation, overcomer of obstacles, hearer of humans in distress, compassionate reliever of difficulties. It is a central text of the Liturgy of Durga Puja in Bengal, and its recitation is regarded as a sacred act. There are many complex treaties written on the esoteric and philosophical implications on this beautiful text, and many English translations of the DM are available also on the West. With this review, I simply would like to bring to the attention of those few interested readers who may be perhaps unaware that this particular edition of the DM was originally created by Swami Jagadiswarananda in 1953, has been published and reprinted with no changes by the Ramakrishna Math, and it is to all extents a true `classic' amidst modern editions of the DM. It is presented in a small format, suitable to be carried at all times, offers both Devanagari text and a limpid, rigorous and literal English translation. Given its exceptionally reasonable price, it is a true jewel, and I recommend all the people interesting in the S'akta tradition, as well people interested in Hinduism in general, to have it and cherish it. Review: Great! - I'm really enjoying the stories in this book. It's full of interesting, colorful tales of Shakti power. Sometimes, it's nice to be able to read the stories without too much commentary or in-depth analysis of Hindu philosophy. Still, the book seems chock full of mystic metaphor. I appreciate the Sanskrit that precedes the English translation, which is well done and is easily read, imo. The form factor of the book is nice - it's small and flexible but doesn't feel cheap. It was perfect to stick in my carry-on bag for a plane trip I took recently. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #505,212 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #98 in Hindu Theology (Books) #275 in Sacred Hindu Writings | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 125 Reviews | ## Images ![Devi-Mahatmyam (The Chandi) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91OyA73rgiL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A classic edition of one of the most important Shakta texts *by O***E on June 15, 2008* The Devi Mahatmyam (DevI MAhAtmyam), also known as DurgA Saptas'ati or Can.d.I, is represented by 700 verses divided in 13 chapters and belongs to the Markandeya Purana. Despite being the MP a MahaPurana often regarded as a Vaishnava text, the section named Devi Mahatmyam is perhaps one of the most important texts for the Shakta tradition as well. It describes the exploits of the Goddess Durga, in her 3 aspects (MahaKali, MahaLaksmi and MahaSaraswati), as a Cosmic defender of the Dharma, destroyer of demons, granter of liberation, overcomer of obstacles, hearer of humans in distress, compassionate reliever of difficulties. It is a central text of the Liturgy of Durga Puja in Bengal, and its recitation is regarded as a sacred act. There are many complex treaties written on the esoteric and philosophical implications on this beautiful text, and many English translations of the DM are available also on the West. With this review, I simply would like to bring to the attention of those few interested readers who may be perhaps unaware that this particular edition of the DM was originally created by Swami Jagadiswarananda in 1953, has been published and reprinted with no changes by the Ramakrishna Math, and it is to all extents a true `classic' amidst modern editions of the DM. It is presented in a small format, suitable to be carried at all times, offers both Devanagari text and a limpid, rigorous and literal English translation. Given its exceptionally reasonable price, it is a true jewel, and I recommend all the people interesting in the S'akta tradition, as well people interested in Hinduism in general, to have it and cherish it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great! *by S***P on August 9, 2012* I'm really enjoying the stories in this book. It's full of interesting, colorful tales of Shakti power. Sometimes, it's nice to be able to read the stories without too much commentary or in-depth analysis of Hindu philosophy. Still, the book seems chock full of mystic metaphor. I appreciate the Sanskrit that precedes the English translation, which is well done and is easily read, imo. The form factor of the book is nice - it's small and flexible but doesn't feel cheap. It was perfect to stick in my carry-on bag for a plane trip I took recently. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent !!!! *by I***! on November 3, 2020* Was looking to replace my old tattered copy from 1993 or 1994 gifted by an Aunt . Great and the same brand new copy delivered promptly in the mail respectfully not thrown on the ground like prime packages !!! 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