Goddess Kali is the first Mahavidya, a profound mystery, the power of Now or Eternity. Kali leads us beyond the fear of death, assuring us of eternal life. This goddess is always shown sticking our her tongue, laughing at our fear of death, while showing skulls and blood. Kali Ma is the mother of all, she is the life force or prana. Manifestation starts with Kali which is time, because for something to change, time has to be. Thus Kali Maa is also named the firstborn goddess. Kali represents the first manifestation of the self in the universe within Tantric Advaita.
The 10 Mahavidyas are 10 “great bodies of knowledge” where Tantra meets Advaita Vedanta (nonduality). Through these 10 goddesses we learn about the nondual nature of primordial energy or Shakti, which is also the life force. Thus 10 secret Tantric mysteries are revealed, whose power will boost your spiritual growth. Expanding mind, body and consciousness, the related practices provide powerful tools for contemplation, meditation and true connection to the life force, both inside as outside.