Hindu Deity's and their effects. Seperating Reality from Superstition.
Namaste everone, It's been some time since i've posted on this forum.
I have a question with respect for sincere devotees on the power and influence of the devatas and how they interact with humans on a personal level. I already understand opinions and views may vary, but what I'm looking for is personal experience.
I'll keep it brief, I have a Guyanese hindu friend that tells me a lot about her culture and the Hindu Practices there. I'm not sure how hinduism may vary from south america to India. But I hear of some controversial practices that involve rituals and invocation of Hindu Gods (For example, Kali Ma) intent to inflict harm upon another person.(black magick) I have heard of many anecdotes, as these practices are a big reality in her culture and how some people will use the Goddess energy for wicked purposes.
I was wondering where does one draw the line on the nature of a Deity/Devata , separating fact from superstition. Most discussions I come across here on the nature of a deity are mostly on an academic/intellectual level, but not so much on a personal level.
So my questions are, do devas and devi punish?
Do Devas and devi get Jealous?
Will a Deva or Devi ever agree to inflict harm upon a person(even kill a person) if offered with an appropriate ritual or sacrifice to appease them?
Do devas choose to connect with you(A spiritual calling for devotion), or do you seek them out?
I ask these questions because of personal experience, I feel very drawn to be devoted to Kali Ma. But when I hear of controversial views surrounding Kali Ma about her nature, it causes me to be cautious.
I dont hear such stories about hindu gods in america or Europe(Most persons believers or not would call it superstition), but when it comes to Indigenous areas or less modern country's where Magic and ritual is a common practice and a reality for these people, they live and witness and experience both the good and the bad of what they believe deva/devi bring for their culture and environment.
I know Kali is an intense energy, but I dont believe she is Malicious as some Hindu's make her out to be.
What are your views and experiences? And any advice for my approach for devotion and worship to Kali ma. Reassurance if any on the proper protocol.
Thank you friends.
Last edited by Spirit Seeker; 12 May 2015 at 10:03 PM.
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