Elements of Hindu Iconography v3.c19.42

v3.c19.42

Agni-Durgā has also eight hands, six of which hold the *chakra*, *khaḍga*, *khēṭaka*, *bāṇa*, *pāśa*, and *aṅkuśa*; of the remaining two hands one is held in the *varada* pose and the other in the *tarjani* pose. She has three eyes and her complexion is as brilliant as the lightning. On her crown is tied the crescent moon; she is riding a lion and has a terrific look. On the right and left of this goddess there should be standing in a reverential attitude two celestial damsels holding each a sword and a shield.