? Description of Uploaded Image:
The image shows a Panchaloga idol of Goddess Durgai (Durga) in a seated posture on her divine lion mount. The idol is highly polished with intricate carvings, symbolizing divinity and power. The sculpture is made of Panchaloga (a sacred alloy of five metals traditionally used for making divine idols).
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Height: 12 inches
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Base Dimensions: 7 inches (length) × 4 inches (width)
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Weight: 5.650 kg
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Design: The goddess is depicted with multiple arms holding divine weapons, wearing a tall crown adorned with serpent figures, and seated gracefully on a lion which represents strength and courage.
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Base: The pedestal has traditional ornamental carvings.
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Tag: The tag attached to the idol shows the maker’s branding “AVK The Zhil.”
? Definition of Sitting Durgai:
Sitting Durgai (Durga) refers to the divine form of Goddess Durga depicted in a calm, seated posture upon her lion. Durga is the embodiment of Shakti (divine feminine energy), revered as the supreme protector who destroys evil and restores dharma.
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Symbolism of Sitting Posture: Unlike standing or fierce battle forms, the seated form of Durga represents steadfastness, stability, and assurance of protection. It signifies that the goddess is ever-present, watching over her devotees, and blessing them with strength, prosperity, and spiritual growth.
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Lion Mount (Simha Vahana): Represents courage, power, and the ability to overcome fear and negativity.
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Weapons in Hands: Each weapon symbolizes divine attributes such as protection, wisdom, justice, and destruction of evil.
Thus, a Sitting Durga idol is worshipped for protection, prosperity, peace of mind, and removal of obstacles, while invoking the goddess’s blessings in households and temples.