Marriage of Brahma Vishnu and Shiv

The Devi Bhagwat Purana narrates the divine marriages of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva, emphasizing their connection to the eternal feminine power, Goddess Durga.

According to the text, Durga, as the primordial Shakti, grants divine consorts to the trinity—Maha Lakshmi to Vishnu, Maha Saraswati to Brahma, and Maha Kali to Shiva—symbolizing the unity of Shakti (energy) and Purusha (consciousness). The Purana further establishes that while Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva play essential roles in creation, preservation, and destruction, they are ultimately subservient to Durga and Brahm, the Supreme Divine Authority. This narrative underscores the interdependence of cosmic powers and the supreme role of Shakti in universal balance.

Shrimad Devi Bhagawat Purana - Page 127-129

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Marriage of Brahma

Goddess Durga is addressing Brahma and saying (From Devi Bhagawat Purana page 127)

O Brahma, now return to your place and proceed to create the Universe as ordained by Prarabdha, fulfilling your duties. Take with you this magnificent Shakti, Maha Sarasvati, imbued with Rajoguna, adorned in white garments, divine ornaments, and seated on Varasana. She will be your constant companion and playmate, a manifestation of My power (bibhuti) and deserving of the highest reverence. Always show respect and never disregard Her. With Her by your side, go to Satyaloka and create the fourfold beings from the seed of Mahattattva. Separate the subtle bodies (Linga Sarira) and Karmas that are mixed, and allocate them appropriately according to Kala (time), Karma, and Svabhava (nature), assigning fruits based on their gunas and actions when due.

Visnu, being predominantly Sattvic, is superior to you, so always respect and worship Him. Whenever challenges arise, He will descend to fulfill your needs, often incarnating in various forms to destroy the Danavas. Similarly, Maha Deva, the embodiment of Tamoguna, will assist you in your endeavors. Create the Devas, and enjoy the devotion and worship offered by Brahmanas, Kshatriyas, and Vaisyas in sacrificial rites enriched with offerings. The Devas will remain content whenever my name, “Svaha,” is invoked during sacrifices and rituals.

Shiva, the incarnation of Tamoguna, will also be venerated in every sacrifice. In times of distress caused by Daityas, my Shaktis, including Varahi, Vaishnavi, Gauri, Narsimhi, Sachi, and others, will take powerful forms to vanquish your fears. Thus, O Lotus-born, proceed confidently with your duties. Meditate on and recite my nine-lettered mantra, including its seed (Bij) and meditation (Dhyana), for the fulfillment of all your objectives. This mantra is supreme, and by keeping it in your heart, you shall achieve all your goals.

Marriage of Vishnu

from page 128 of Devi Bhagwat Purana

Bhagavati smiled and addressed Vishnu, saying: “O Vishnu, take this beautiful Maha Lakshmi with you. She will always reside within your heart; there is no doubt about this. I grant you this all-auspicious Shakti for your enjoyment and well-being.

Always show Her respect and never harbor any hatred or contempt toward Her. For the benefit of the world, I unite Lakshmi with Narayan. To sustain you, I create Yajna, ensuring harmony among you three. You, Brahma, and Shiva are My three Devas, born of My Gunas, and the world will undoubtedly respect and worship you all.”

Marriage of Shiv

from page 129 of Devi Bhagwat Purana

Brahma said: After addressing Vasudeva, the Higher Prakriti Devi (Durga), who embodies all three Gunas yet transcends them, turned to Maha Deva, the Lord of Devas, and spoke sweetly:

"O Shankara, accept this beautiful Maha Kali Gauri, build a new Kailas city, and reside there in happiness. Your primary Guna will be Tamas, with Sattva and Rajas as secondary. Rely on Rajo and Tamo Gunas to vanquish the Asuras and fulfill your purpose as you wander."

Concluding text of Chapter 6 of Devi Bhagwat Purana

Page 129

Durga says:

O Devas, rise now, board your celestial aeroplane, and return to your respective realms to fulfill your ordained duties. Should you ever face dire distress, call upon Me, and I shall appear to aid you. Always remember the Eternal Supreme Self and Me, for by doing so, your actions will undoubtedly lead to success.

Brahma said: Bhagavati Durga bestowed upon us divine Shaktis of unparalleled beauty and radiance. She granted Maha Lakshmi to Vishnu, Maha Kali to Shiva, and Maha Saraswati to me, bidding us farewell. After receiving Her blessings, we departed and assumed our respective male forms. Reflecting on the Devi's wondrous nature and influence, we boarded our celestial aeroplane. As we ascended, we noticed that Manidvipa, the Devi, and the ocean of nectar had vanished. Except for our aeroplane, nothing remained. We then journeyed to the spot where Vishnu had slain the two formidable Daityas in the great ocean, and where I had emerged from the lotus.

Conclusion

The accounts of the marriages of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva, as described in the Devi Bhagwat Purana, highlight the profound role of Bhagavati Durga. By bestowing Maha Saraswati, Maha Lakshmi, and Maha Kali upon Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva respectively, She not only empowers them but also establishes their roles within the cosmic framework of creation, preservation, and destruction.

Reference:

• Shrimad Devi Bhagwat Puran - English

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