Redone list of Caribbean Shakta Deities

Perumal Kovil (Sanatani deities)

Vinayagar / Ganesh – Remover of obstacles, opener of the way, and protector of beginnings. Always called first in puja for safety and clarity.

Lakshmi – Goddess of prosperity, household stability, and well-being. Brings good fortune and harmony into the home.

Sarspadi / Saraswati – Goddess of learning, speech, and music. Worshipped for clarity of mind, intelligence, and artistic inspiration.

Suriyan – Solar deity representing truth, vitality, and healing. Associated with strength, health, and spiritual discipline.

Bhuma / Dharti Maa – Mother Earth. Gives grounding, fertility, protection of land, and stability in the home.

Anjaneya / Hanuman – Fierce protector and exorcist. Removes fear, spirits, witchcraft, and obstacles. Symbol of strength and devotion.

Perumal / Krishna – Preserver and restorer of balance. Brings peace, righteousness, and spiritual protection to the household.

Shiva – Lord of destruction, meditation, and transcendence. Associated with cremation grounds, spiritual knowledge, and inner power.

Rama – Ideal king and protector of dharma. Symbol of righteousness, loyalty, and moral strength.

Sita – Goddess of purity, devotion, and endurance. Represents patience, strength under hardship, and divine femininity.

Durga Maa – Warrior queen of the gods. Protector from evil and destroyer of demons. Grants courage, strength, and victory.

Gramadeivam (Dravidian deities)

Mariamman – Goddess of rain, sickness, blood, and village protection. Central mother of Caribbean Shaktism. Heals fevers, removes afflictions, and guards families.

Kaliamman – Fierce destroyer of negativity, curses, and enemies. Accepts alcohol, meat, and blood when offered sincerely, and grants liberation and protection.

Nagura / Nagourmira / Nagoumila – Muslim deity, owner of the five senses, Amman's warrior. Protects travelers, fishermen, and households from storms and danger. (His Imagery is usually that of Ramdev Pir in the French Caribbean, and Kabir Das in Guyana)

Droupadi / Pandiale – Fire goddess and protector of the innocent. Connected to firewalking traditions, justice, and oath-keeping.

Madurai Veeran / Maldevildan / Kal Bhairo / Master – Warrior guardian spirit. Protects crossroads and temples, punishes wrongdoers, and guides trance states. (Often syncretized with Batuka Kaal Bhairav)

Dee Baba – Local guardian spirit found in Trinidadian and Guyanese temples. Helps with protection, justice, healing, and clearing negative energies. Bhojpuri influence

Nagadevatha – Serpent goddess of fertility, land protection, and ancestral blessings. Removes naga-related afflictions.

Varaha / Aghori Baba – Fierce cemetery-associated guardian. Protects against black magic, illnesses, and harmful spirits.

Angala Parameshwari / Parmeshwari / Dee Mata – Boundary-keeper and dark mother. Associated with trance, exorcism, justice, and protection of village limits. (Often syncretized with Bahuchara Mata)

Varahi / Permeshwari – Boar-headed warrior goddess. Grants wealth, victory, and strong spiritual protection, especially in nighttime worship.

Kateri Maa / Baigalamman / Small Mother – Fierce roaming village goddess. Heals sicknesses, removes haunting spirits, and protects children and vulnerable people. (Syncretized with Kittur Chennanma imagery)

Sangili Karuppan / Sanganie Baba – Guardian of truth, oaths, and justice. Strong possession deity who cuts lies and destroys evil forces. Accepts alcohol, cigars, meat, and offerings of limes.

Gangai Amman / Ganga Maa – River goddess of purification and healing. Washes away negativity and emotional burdens.

Kanchi Kamakshi – Refined and gentle form of Shakti. Brings compassion, grace, and prosperity, often worshipped in Perumal-style shrines.

Madurai Meenakshi – Queen-goddess of Madurai. Embodies justice, fertility, royal authority, and protective motherhood.