A twelve-skandha framework unfolds like a sacred tapestry, each canto (Skandha) branching into chapters (Adhyayas) that total 318 in all. Here’s the roadmap:

1. Skandha I (19 Adhyayas)
   – Explores the origins of creation, tracing cosmic genesis through dialogue between sages and the Divine Mother.

2. Skandha II (17 Adhyayas)
   – Centers on the birth of the Goddess and the lineage of King Khyati, setting the stage for Shakti’s supremacy.

3. Skandha III (19 Adhyayas)
   – Chronicles the Devi’s exploits at Kamakhya and the establishment of her temples, painting her as the ultimate refuge.

4. Skandha IV (17 Adhyayas)
   – Recounts Durga’s intervention when the universe teeters on chaos—her slaying of Mahishasura becomes a feather in the Purana’s cap.

5. Skandha V (17 Adhyayas)
   – Delves into the Goddess’s interactions with Narada and other rishis, highlighting her compassionate guidance.

6. Skandha VI (18 Adhyayas)
   – Narrates Sati’s self-immolation and the birth of Parvati, weaving threads of devotion and rebirth.

7. Skandha VII (21 Adhyayas)
   – Focuses on Himalaya’s princess, Parvati’s tapasya, concluding with her marriage to Shiva—a cosmic union echoing through Navaratri pujas today.

8. Skandha VIII (14 Adhyayas)
   – Offers meditative practices, rituals, and mantras for consecrating the Devi, akin to modern-day recital of the Durga Saptashati.

9. Skandha IX (21 Adhyayas)
   – Contains hymns and praises—the Devi Stuti—often sung during contemporary festival processions.

10. Skandha X (25 Adhyayas)
    – Presents philosophical debates between Shiva and Parvati on the nature of reality, much like spirited panel discussions at today’s spiritual retreats.

11. Skandha XI (23 Adhyayas)
    – Surveys avatars of the Mother, drawing parallels with global environmental movements that revere Earth as the nurturing Devi.

12. Skandha XII (107 Adhyayas)
    – The grand finale: Vyasa’s teachings, liberation-granting rituals, and the Goddess’s promise of moksha. This extensive section underscores why 2025’s surge in interest around Shakti worship isn’t just a trend but a revival of an age-old faith.

Each Skandha packs its punch, yet together they form a harmonious symphony celebrating the Divine Feminine. During Navaratri or any moment of seeking, dipping into this structure feels like opening a cosmic playbill where Shakti stars in every act.