How was Laxmi born?

In the Mahabharata, Lakshmi was born from the stirring of the primeval milky ocean by the gods and demons. Following the intervention of Brahma and Vishnu, Lakshmi miraculously appeared from this sea of clarified butter clothed all in white and radiating youth and beauty.
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How did Lakshmi became a goddess?

An ancient goddess

Scholars are of the view that initially the words Shri and Lakshmi referred to anything that was auspicious or brought good luck or bestowed riches and power. Later the two words were personified into two goddesses who eventually merged. Thus, Shri-Lakshmi came into being.
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How did Vishnu marry Lakshmi?

However, on the day of Swayamvar, as the Asuras and the Devas hoped that Lakshmi would choose them, Lord Vishnu joined the event and posed as one of the prospective grooms. And when Lakshmi lay her eyes on him, she ran towards him to garland him with the Jaymala. Thus, Lakshmi chose Vishnu as her husband.
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Why Devi Lakshmi has no child?

Notably you won't find children of any other gods because the central Goddess Parvati cursed all gods to never have offspring's because these gods disturbed Shiva and her for their selfishness and impatience.
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Is Lakshmi daughter of Shiva?

No, GODDESS LAXMI IS NOT THE DAUGHTER OF SHIVA AND DURGA. SHE IS THE GREAT GODDESS AND SHE IS EVERYTHING AS DURGA IS ALSO ONE OF HER FEROCIOUS FORM , SHE IS KALI, MAHAKALI, BHADRAKALI, CHANDI , CHAMUNDA , ADI PARASHAKTI , ADI SHAKTI , JAGATMATA AND THE GREATEST GODDESS.
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Why Vishnu and Lakshmi has no child?

When kartikey was born, indra ordered agnidev to take the child and vanish. There were reasons for this. But then, mata parvati became so angry that she cursed devatas that they will never have a child. Vishnu and laxmi had children , but only when they took avatars.
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Who is Shiva's father?

This avatar of Lord Shiva was born to Sage Dadhichi and his wife, Swarcha. However, he lost his parent's son after his birth. He was raised by his aunt Dadhimati. As he grew up and learnt about the cause of his father's death, Piplaad cursed Shani Dev (Saturn).
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Who is the father of Lakshmi?

In Garuda Purana, Linga Purana and Padma Purana, Lakshmi is said to have been born as the daughter of the divine sage Bhrigu and his wife Khyati and was named Bhargavi.
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Who is mahalaxmi son?

Kamadev or Kama is considered to be son of Lord Vishnu and Mahalakshmi.
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Why did Vishnu leave Lakshmi?

Why did Vishnu leave Vaikuntha? He was following his beloved Lakshmi, who left Vaikuntha, in a huff, following a disagreement. She was upset because a sage called Bhrigu kicked Vishnu on his chest, right on his heart, which Vishnu claimed in the residence of his beloved Lakshmi.
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Is Lakshmi and Radha same?

Yess, they both are same. You ate Mahalaxmi goddess( Mahalaxmi) you are goddess laxmi(Laxmi). From Radha Sahssranaam.
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What are the 8 forms of Lakshmi?

Ashta Lakshmi: the eight forms of Lakshmi
  • 2) Dhana Lakshmi. ...
  • 3) Dhanya Lakshmi. ...
  • 4) Gaja Lakshmi. ...
  • 5) Santana Lakshmi. ...
  • 7) Vidya Lakshmi. ...
  • 8) Vijaya Lakshmi.
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Is Durga a Parvati or Lakshmi?

Originally Answered: Is Durga a form of Parvati or Lakshmi? Goddess Parvati herself is Goddess Durga(Warrior form)with vehicle as lion . The question is automatically answered by understanding the Hindu idea of what God is.
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What are the 24 avatars of Lakshmi?

Avatars of Lakshmi
  • Mahalakshmi.
  • At 108 Divya Desam.
  • Ashtalakshmi - Adi Lakshmi, Dhanya Lakshmi, Dhana Lakshmi, Gaja Lakshmi, Santana Lakshmi, Vidya Lakshmi, Veera Lakshmi, Vijaya Lakshmi.
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Who is Mother Lakshmi?

Lakshmi is the household goddess of mostly all Hindu families and is worshipped daily, but October is the main festive month for Lakhsmi. Lakshmi is known to be the daughter of the mother Goddess Durga, and the wife of Vishnu, whom she accompanied, taking different forms in each of his incarnations.
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Are Lakshmi and Mahalakshmi same?

Lakshmi and Mahalakshmi are the same. Yes 'Lakshmi' is also known as 'Mahalakshmi'.
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What makes Lakshmi happy?

Lakshmi Maa is known to be very unstable by her nature; she tends to leave and switch one place to another where she finds herself more comfortable. Therefore it is very important to keep her happy. It is believed if goddess Lakshmi doesn't stay with you or in your house, then poverty strikes the family.
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Why are Ganesh and Lakshmi related?

A story from Hindu mythology says that Lakshmi adopted Ganesha from his mother Parvati because the former was childless. Out of her love for Ganesha, Lakshmi declared that all her luxury, prosperity and accomplishments is Ganesh's as well.
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Who is elder Laxmi or Saraswati?

“Today we have moved so far away from Saraswati. This, when scriptures suggest, she's Lakshmi and Durga's elder sister. Symbolically this means both wealth and empowerment, can be yours, once you acquire knowledge.
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Who is first god in the world?

Brahma the Creator

In the beginning, Brahma sprang from the cosmic golden egg and he then created good & evil and light & dark from his own person. He also created the four types: gods, demons, ancestors, and men (the first being Manu).
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Where is Shiva now?

Mount Kailash, a high peak in Kailash Range, is considered as sacred in Hinduism as it is the abode of Lord Shiva. Lord Shiva resided at Mount Kailash along with his consort Goddess Parvati and their children, Lord Ganesh and Lord Kartikeya. Mount Kailash is located in Tibet Autonomous Region, China.
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How old is Shiv ji?

Shaivites hold the belief that Shiva is the supreme god and does not depend on the trimurti to complete the cycle of the universe. This sect formed over 8,000 years ago, to a time that even predates the Vedic time period.
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