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Sarvastra(Sarvasthram, Parasthra) refers to the ultimate astra(missile) that vests in the heart of Jagatprabhu Parabrahman stree(Female) svrupa(form) Adhi(too old to be traceable) Parashakthi(Strength of Parabrahman) and is considered as the most powerful weapon(missile) used by goddess Shakthi in her various forms like Mahisasuramardhini, Chandi, Chamundi while slaying lots of dreadful danva emperors in the various Kalas.

Astra simply refers to the missiles used in the wars. The missiles have advanced into various modern forms. Astra was not only used from this modern days of warfare but was also used during ancient days also. In this article only ancient Astras are explained, for modern Astras or missiles, refer this pages "Astras (weapons)"