In the Devimahatmya, a Sanskrit work that is the oldest and most significant legendary source for the Goddess's devotion, the Goddess kills a demon general.
The Goddess is depicted in this literature in a variety of forms.
The goddess Ambika's rage manifests into the frightening
goddess Kali in the seventh book.
The demon forces headed by Munda and his sidekick Chanda are
attacked by Kali.
Kali beheads the two generals after defeating the army.
The Goddess is known as Chamunda, the killer of Chanda and
Munda, as a remembrance to her legendary feat.
