Durga Saptashati (Devi Mahatmya)

दुर्गा सप्तशती (देवी माहात्म्य)

700 verses on the glory of the Divine Mother. The most important Shakta text. Read during Navratri for protection, victory over enemies, and divine grace.

When to recite: Navratri (both Sharad and Chaitra), Durga Puja, special occasions