and her axe. According to popular folklore, after killing Raktabīja and most of his entire army, the goddess Kali went on to kill all creatures in a fury, but was timely intervened by Shiva who laid himself in her path. Striking his body, Kali was shaken and embarrassed, and took out her tongue. This act has been depicted in many Hindu paintings and portraits. There are references of Kali not being created, but having sprung from Durga's forehead, as they were all the same goddess in different forms. See also Rambha (asura) Chanda and Munda Sumbha and Nisumbha Mahishasura Dhumralochana Sugriva (asura) References External links On the description of the war of Raktabija On the killing of Raktabija Dictionary of Hindu Lore and Legend () by Anna Dhallapiccola Devi Mahatmya, Chapter 9000. Asura Hindu mythology