In this video [4:03] learn about a vibrant Festival of the Goddess Durga in India, and discover related artworks in the Asian Art Museum's collection. Images of the goddess appear throughout India. She can appear on her own or as the consort of male deity. The goddess represents primal forces of nature, energy, and fertility. She can appear wrathful or compassionate. One of the most popular forms of the goddess is known as Durga. - Durga is highly revered in Bengal.