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Goddess लक्ष्मी
Lakshmi
Goddess of Fortune
Bestower of wealth, well-being, and auspiciousness. Lakshmi rose from the churning of the cosmic ocean and chose Vishnu as her eternal consort.
Lore
Worshipped especially during Diwali, Lakshmi visits homes that are clean, lit, and virtuous. She is not mere material riches but the grace that allows righteous living to flourish.
Domains
- prosperity
- beauty
- fertility
- dharma
Symbols
- lotus
- gold coins
- elephants
- owl (Alakshmi's vehicle)
Consort
Vishnu