23. maheshvarii (23/108 miinaaxii ashhTottaram)

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This name means SHE is the supreme godess. This name reflects the

sentiments of maheshii, maaheshvarii and maheshvarii of

sahasranaama.

 

maheshwara is the aspect of iishwara who destroys the universe

and SHE is His consort. SHE is celebrated as maheshvara mahAkalpa

mahAtANDava sAkShiNI in sahasranaama. At the end of praLayam only

shiva-shakti remain and all else is destroyed. SHE stands as a

witness to end of the cycle. In saundaryalaharii shankara says

that it is due to HER paativratyam, shiva remains after the end

of this cycle.

 

AUM mahesvaryai namaH