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.

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.

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.

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.

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.