Kotavi

Kotavi or Kotari, that is, an uncovered goddess, is a Hindu mythology deity and the tutelary goddess of the Daityas. She was the form of Goddess Durga, and the mother like tutelary goddess of the demon Banasur.[1] The name Kotavi is sometimes also applied to Durga to describe her ferocious traits.[2]

Not to be confused with Kottravai or Korravai.

References
  1. "Battle of Krishna and demon Bana [Chapter XXXIII]". 30 August 2014.
  2. "One hundred and eight (108) names of Sāvitrī". August 2019.
  • A Classical Dictionary of Hindu Mythology & Religion by John Dowson


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