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Shakta / Contemporary Kirtan

हे मा दुर्गा

Hey Ma Durga

He Ma Durga

"O Mother Durga — a loving call to the fierce, compassionate Mother"

Word by Word

He — O (a loving call) | Ma — Mother | Durga — the invincible protectress, "she who is difficult to conquer"

Full Translation

The simplest of prayers: "O Mother Durga!" Calling the Mother by name — He Ma! — is itself the practice, a cry of longing and trust to the goddess who rides the lion and guards her children through every difficulty.

Pronunciation Tips

hey mah DOOR-gah

Traditional, public-domain text prepared by Kirtans.com — free to print for personal and group practice.

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