The (literally, the "Blood Chapter") is one of the most significant and debated sections of the Kalika Purana , an ancient Hindu scripture dedicated to Goddess Kamakhya. Comprising chapters 67 through 78, it serves as a detailed manual for ritual worship involving blood sacrifice ( bali ).

focused on Goddess Kamakhya and Shakti worship. It is famously (and controversially) known for its detailed ritual instructions regarding sacrifices, including animal and human offerings, to please the Goddess. Accessing the PDF

: Translated by B.N. Shastri and available on the Internet Archive .