When we think of Goddess Lakshmi, the first image that comes to mind is one of wealth and prosperity. She is the radiant deity seated on a lotus, showering gold coins, the ultimate symbol of financial ...

Goddess Lakshmi is believed to have been born on Phalguna Purnima, the full moon day in the Phalguna month, during the divine event known as Samudra Manthan (the churning of the cosmic ocean).