Lakshmi’s Promise of Prosperity on Diwali colour which depiction may constitute a

which depiction may constitute a reference to her early history as a river goddess

This intricately crafted terracotta sculpture vividly portrays the significant event of Goddess Durga slaying the buffalo demon

captures the playful and artistic aspects of the deity

Every aspect of the sculpture

lock (bandha)

Lakshmi’s Promise of Prosperity on Diwali colour which depiction may constitute aDiwali (or Deepavali), the Festival of Lights symbolizes the victory of good over evil, light over darkness, and joy over despair. On the third, most auspicious day Goddess Lakshmi is invoked to invite prosperity and wealth into the home. Lakshmi is the consort of Vishnu, who is the preserver of the cosmic order, or dharma. As Vishnus shakti, or power, Lakshmi is his equal and an integral part of his being. To welcome the goddess on Diwali, Hindus