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Lakshmi is a prominent goddess in Hinduism, revered as the deity of wealth, fortune, power, beauty, and prosperity. She is the consort and active energy of the god Vishnu, often depicted accompanying him in his various avatars. In Hindu iconography, she is typically shown sitting or standing on a lotus flower and holding gold coins, symbolizing her endless distribution of bounty. She is a central figure in the annual Hindu festival of Diwali, during which devotees light lamps to welcome her into their homes.
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Lakshmi ranks #21 of 167 in the Deity ranking, behind Inanna, ahead of Anubis.
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Who is the husband of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi?
Lakshmi is the consort and active energy (Shakti) of the god Vishnu. She frequently appears alongside his various avatars, such as Rama and Krishna, acting as their respective wives Sita and Rukmini.
What objects does Lakshmi hold in her four hands?
In traditional Hindu iconography, Lakshmi is often depicted sitting or standing on a lotus. She typically holds lotus flowers in two of her hands, while her other two hands are positioned in the Abhaya (fearlessness) and Varada (boon-giving) mudras, and gold coins frequently flow from one of them.
What is the Hindu festival of lights associated with Lakshmi?
Lakshmi is the central deity honored during Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights. Celebrants light rows of oil lamps to invite the goddess into their homes to bring wealth and prosperity for the coming year.
What does the name Lakshmi mean?
The name Lakshmi is derived from the Sanskrit root word "Laksh," meaning to know or understand one's goal. It translates roughly to "goal," "aim," or "fortune," reflecting her role as the deity of wealth and life's objectives.
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