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Laxmi

Laxmi, also spelled Lakshmi, is a major goddess in Hinduism associated with wealth, fortune, and prosperity. She is regarded as the consort of Vishnu and a primary goddess in Vaishnavism, embodying both material abundance and spiritual well-being.

The name derives from Sanskrit lakṣmā meaning "good fortune" or "prosperity." In Hindu literature, she is described

Iconography commonly shows Lakshmi as a beautiful woman with four arms, standing or seated on a lotus.

Ashtalakshmi refers to eight aspects of Lakshmi, representing different forms of wealth: Adi Lakshmi (primordial), Dhana

Worship and cultural significance are strongest during Diwali, when Lakshmi Puja is observed in homes and temples

Laxmi is also a common given name in India and Nepal, used for girls, and appears in

as
a
benevolent
deity
who
grants
wealth,
abundance,
and
auspiciousness
to
her
devotees.
She
may
hold
lotus
flowers
in
two
hands,
while
the
other
two
are
in
varada
(boon
granting)
and
a
gesture
of
protection.
Coins
are
often
depicted
flowing
from
one
of
her
hands,
and
elephants
are
sometimes
present,
symbolizing
majesty
and
prosperity.
Lakshmi
(material
wealth),
Dhanya
Lakshmi
(agriculture/grain),
Gaja
Lakshmi
(royal
power/elephants),
Santana
Lakshmi
(sons),
Veera
Lakshmi
(valor),
Vidya
Lakshmi
(knowledge),
and
Aishwarya
Lakshmi
(prosperity).
to
invite
prosperity
and
well-being.
Offerings
typically
include
flowers,
sweets,
and
lamps.
the
names
of
temples,
organizations,
and
religious
sites
dedicated
to
the
goddess.