This is Mahishasuramardini, Mardhini for short. The story: Mahisha through austerities obtained invincibility in war and could not be defeated/contained by Gods. The Gods led by Brahma approached Siva and Vishnu. And thru them, the power, energy and anger of all Gods were combined to take the shape of Goddess. According to Markandeya Purana ” Siva … Continue reading Mardhini