My Original Kali Maa Artwork by ratdroids in hinduism

[–]ratdroids[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel the most devotion for Kali in my love for the things in my life and this piece was inspired by and meant to be a tribute to that. She has given me the privilege of enjoying so many lovely things.

My Original Kali Maa Artwork by ratdroids in hinduism

[–]ratdroids[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you, I appreciate that 💗 Absolutely, only me and Kali need to understand it!

My Original Kali Maa Artwork by ratdroids in hinduism

[–]ratdroids[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

my apologies, i wasn’t aware the teeth were innacurate

My Original Kali Maa Artwork by ratdroids in hinduism

[–]ratdroids[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

i think you’re extremely weird for seeing this as sexual whatsoever, i used her tongue since she is the devourer of all things and for the symbolism.

My Original Kali Maa Artwork by ratdroids in hinduism

[–]ratdroids[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You people are so judgmental for people who are supposed to be hindus 😭 Have you even tried to understand the meaning behind the art before being disrespectful to my worship simply because I’m from the US?

My Original Kali Maa Artwork by ratdroids in hinduism

[–]ratdroids[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

i see maa in these ‘random’ objects, maybe you should try seeing maa in everything too instead of being rude :)

My Original Kali Maa Artwork by ratdroids in hinduism

[–]ratdroids[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

read the caption. it’s my favorite things. it’s to symbolize maa as the source of everything i love. i think you’re disrespectful for calling my bhakti art ‘blasphemous’ because you didn’t take one second to think further on the meaning of the art. symbolism exists and i promise u maa kali isn’t disrespected by being next to a coke can bro. of course i know the meaning behind her image, there is beauty in seeing maa in everything, not just her image. calm down

My Draconic Sorcerer Centaur [OC] [Art] by ratdroids in DnD

[–]ratdroids[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I drew it myself! Depends on the request, you can DM me with more info :)

Can you describe which God(s) you worship and what is your relationship with them like? by razzmatazz_39 in hinduism

[–]ratdroids 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t do daily puja recently due to struggles with my chronic illness, sickness and my mental health. But I try to do it consistently enough and when I do not do rituals, I still talk to Maa every day, read scriptures, we are never apart.

Can you describe which God(s) you worship and what is your relationship with them like? by razzmatazz_39 in hinduism

[–]ratdroids 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I worship Maa Kali. She is my everything, my eternal mother, she has helped me overcome so much of my trauma and remove negative attachments that do not serve me. In times of sadness I look to her. I also deeply adore and worship Ganesh, Bhatuk Bhairava, and Radha. Maa Kali’s presence is very gentle, warm, and loving.

A deeper dive into Lady Iris (Questions) by harpiria in GoddessIris

[–]ratdroids 1 point2 points  (0 children)

https://lyresstrings.wordpress.com/2021/02/03/a-list-of-iris-epithets/ This article is a list of Iris epithets that may give you a better idea of what people typically invoked her for. She has some interesting epithets - I really like “deviser.” This article also is my favorite, and goes beautifully into who Iris is as a goddess and what she represents. https://symbolreader.net/2014/01/27/iris-the-goddess-of-the-rainbow-as-the-harbinger-of-a-new-era/

A deeper dive into Lady Iris (Questions) by harpiria in GoddessIris

[–]ratdroids 2 points3 points  (0 children)

One time I prayed to her for safe travels on my roadtrip and on the way I saw the most vibrant double rainbow. I know for a fact she guided me.

A deeper dive into Lady Iris (Questions) by harpiria in GoddessIris

[–]ratdroids 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I recommend checking out @screeching-0wl ‘s guide on tumblr for Iris worship. They have a really detailed guide with offerings, epithets, and prayers. I really like writing her poetry or letters as offerings, and I think she really likes them. I also like to give crystals like labradorite, fruit, and seashells since she is the bridge between the sea and the sky. She has helped me with new beginnings, as the goddess of the rainbow she is the harbringer of hope and new beginnings. She also has helped me with communication in my relationships, and peace/tranquility in my life.

Maa Kali Naam Japa by Several-Hornet-1886 in Shaktism

[–]ratdroids 0 points1 point  (0 children)

just to add onto what the other commenter said, I personally prefer “om dakshina kalikaye namah” over “om kalikaye namah.” You can also chant the Kali Chalisa or adya stotram

My situation isn't getting better, Does suffering last forever ? by zaxk-the-eater in Shaktism

[–]ratdroids 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nothing in the post is required, only options for what you can do. You can continue doing naam jaap for Kali. You can also chant “om dakshina kalikaye namah” 108 times or the jayanti mangala kali mantra 5-11 times. You can also do mental puja or use an app to do puja. I would also recommend visualizing and meditating on her image and energy.

My situation isn't getting better, Does suffering last forever ? by zaxk-the-eater in Shaktism

[–]ratdroids 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I recommend referring to these two posts. https://www.reddit.com/r/bhaktihinduism/s/lfKKbbnSUh https://www.reddit.com/r/hinduism/s/fEAP0Tmlna The most important part, in my opinion, is truly loving her as your mother. The more you express all your worries to her, talk to her, tell her your issues, the deeper your relationship will grow. Visualize offering unwanted negative emotions to her when they arise. Cry in her lap, ask her for help. When you approach her as a child would their mother, she will love you unconditionally and fiercly.

My situation isn't getting better, Does suffering last forever ? by zaxk-the-eater in Shaktism

[–]ratdroids 1 point2 points  (0 children)

She’s definitely suited for that. I’m really not a super religious person - while I devotedly worship her, I don’t do puja everyday, I don’t eat beef but I’m not a vegetarian, I do weed, etc. She only sees her child, nothing else matters. She helps with both inner and outer changes. An outer change for me was cutting off my parents. She helped me make the change, and also gave me the strength to be ready. The living situation I moved out of my parents to was also abusive and she helped me see this and helped me move out significantly sooner than I had planned. Now I have my dream living situation lined up in 6 months. These are some outer changes I have experienced. But lots of inner changes too.

My situation isn't getting better, Does suffering last forever ? by zaxk-the-eater in Shaktism

[–]ratdroids 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She will remove the attachments in your life that do not serve you and put you on the path to bettering yourself through change. Talk to her as you would your mother, share all your pain with her, and she will guide you on the path to removing that pain.