Devi Mahishasura Mardini 1

O Devi! Daughter of the mountain, The playful creator of this universe! Abiding majestically in the Vindhyas, Vishnu's Adorable Sister, Worshipped by Lord Indra, O Bhagavati! You belong to Shiva! Victory and glory unto You! O Mahishasura-mardini! The powerful annihilator of the evil Asura With lustrous tresses cascading down; You are the beautiful daughter of the mountain! You shower blessings on your devotees, But for the enemies, you are a fierce avenger, For the wicked ones, you are a terror, Always happy and joyous- the protector of the three worlds, Sankara's beloved spouse- remover of sorrows, The subjugator of the arrogant demons, Victory and glory unto You! O Mahishasura-mardini! The powerful annihilator of the evil Asura With lustrous tresses cascading down; You are the beautiful daughter of the mountain! O Mother of this universe! Residing in the fragrant kadamba forests With an enchanting smile; Seated atop the Himalayas- tasting sweet honey, The killer of the evil demons - Madhu and Kaitabha, Roaring with laughter as the great winner, Victory and glory unto You! O Mahishasura-mardini! The powerful annihilator of the evil Asura With lustrous tresses cascading down; You are the beautiful daughter of the mountain! Free Verse