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Maa Kali Chalisa: Goddess Kali, commonly referred to as Kalika in Hinduism, is the heavenly guardian of the earth.  Goddess Kali is also referred to as the Kali Mata because of the goddess' destructive abilities. According to folklore, the Sanskrit term Kala, which means time, is the origin of the word Kali. As a result, Goddess Kali stands for time, change, strength, creation, preservation, and destruction. The feminine term Kali, which is derived from the Sanskrit adjective Kala, also means "the black one". Spiritual texts describe Goddess Kali as a violent manifestation of Durga/Parvati and the wife of Lord Shiva. In addition to destroying the evil forces of the universe, Kali Mata is a tremendous giver to those who perform good deeds and adore her with all their heart. The most effective approach to appease Goddess Kali and obtain her grace is to recite the Kali Chalisa. The prayer is addressed to Kali Mata and contains 40 verses (challis chaupais). Worshipers of Goddess Kali recite it every day, especially during the nine days of Navratri, for peace and prosperity. Regular recitation of Maa Kali Chalisa promotes mental tranquillity and keeps all bad things out of your life, resulting in wellness, riches, and prosperity. 

Maa Kali Chalisa Lyrics In English

|| Doha ||

Jay Kaali Kalimalaharan, Mahima Agam Apaar,
Mahish Mardini Kaalika, Dehu Abhay Apaar.

|| Chaupai ||

Ari Mad Maan Mitaavan Haari, 

Mundamaal Gal Sohat Pyaari.
Ashtabhuji Sukhdaayak Maata, 

Dushtdalan Jag Me Vikhyaata.

Bhaal Vishaal Mukut Chhavi Chhajei, 

Kar Me Shish Shatru Ka Saajei.
Dooje Haath Liye Madhu Pyaala, 

Haath Tiisare Sohat Bhaala.

Chauthe Khappar Khadag Kar Paanche, 

Chhathe Trishul Shatru Bal Jaanche.


According to folklore, Maa Kali is the first of the Great Goddess' ten Mahavidyas, or manifestations. (Image Source: Canva) 



Saptam Kar Damakat Asi Pyaari, 

Shobha Adbhut Maat Tumhaari.

Ashtam Kar Bhaktan Var Data, 

Jag Manharan Roop Ye Maata.
Bhaktan Me Anurakt Bhavaani, 

Nishdin Rate Rishi-Muni Gyaani.

Mahaashakti Ati Prabal Punita, 

Tu Hi Kaali Tu Hi Sita.
Patit Taarini He Jag Paalak, 

Kalyaani Paapi Kul Ghaalak.

Shesh Suresh Na Paavat Paara, 

Gauri Roop Dharyo Ek Baara.
Tum Samaan Daata Nahi Dooja, 

Vidhivat Kare Bhaktajan Pooja.

Roop Bhayankar Jab Tum Dhaara, 

Dushtadalan Kinhehu Sanhaara.
Naam Anekan Maat Tumhaare, 

Bhaktajano Ke Sankat Taare.

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Kali Ke Kasht Kaleshan Harani, 

Bhav Bhay Mochan Mangal Karani.
Mahima Agam Ved Yash Gaavei, 

Naarad Shaarad Paar Na Paavei.

Bhoo Par Bhaar Badhyau Jab Bhaari, 

Tab Tab Tum Prakati Mahtaari.
Aadi Anaadi Abhay Varadaata, 

Vishvavidit Bhav Sankat Traata.