She is called Shodashi because
she possesses all the sixteen Supernatural powers (Kala).
Goddess Shodashi is the most enchanting beauty of all
the ten great learnings.
Shodashi, who has the mantra consisting of sixteen
letters, has organs glowing like a rising sun. She has
four hands and three eyes. She is seated on the lotus,
which is placed on the body of Shiva who is lying in
a peaceful posture.
She has a noose, a hook, a bow and an arrow in each
of her hands. Eveready to shower blessings on her devotees,
her appearance is completely Sombre & gentle and
her heart is full of compassion.
A devotee who takes her refuge achieves great divinity
like the deities. In fact her splendours are indescribable.
Even the Vedas are incapable of describing her greatness.
Being pleased with her devotee she gives more than he
demands.