Saurav
This topic is quite deep and multifaceted, so I'm offering just one point to ponder:
As you may know in Tantra it is believed that the Supreme Goddess, engages in five main actions: creation, sustenance, destruction, veiling, and unveiling. These actions are fundamental to the nature of the universe, which is characterized by constant change and evolution.
The ferocious and erotic forms of deities like Kali and the Nityas, often depicted in traditional texts and iconography, symbolize these divine actions, particularly destruction and transformation. Destruction, in this context, is not merely an end but a necessary phase for renewal and progress. It paves the way for change, allowing the cycle of creation and sustenance to continue. The imagery associated with these deities, while vivid and startling, is symbolic of the immense, raw power of the divine in facilitating this cosmic cycle.
Regarding the historical events you mentioned, such as the periods of Mughal and British rule in India, it's essential to understand that our world is a play of the Supreme Goddess, and the depth and complexity of this divine play are beyond human comprehension. Hardships, pain, and even periods of subjugation are part of this cosmic drama. They serve as conduits for change, challenging us to grow, evolve, and perhaps even to understand the deeper aspects of our existence.
From this perspective, it is not for us to judge these events using our limited understanding. What might seem as suffering or defeat in the human realm could be part of a larger, unfathomable divine plan. The role of the divine in historical events is a complex interplay of spiritual lessons, karmic cycles, and the inexorable march of time and change.
