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Banai

बनाई
Also known as: Banāī, Khandoba's Second Consort, Tribal Consort

About

The second consort of Khandoba, worshipped alongside him and Mhalsa. She represents the tribal or folk aspect of the goddess. Worshipped particularly by the Dhangar (shepherd) community. Represents the earthy, nurturing aspect of the feminine.

Attributes

Tribal goddessKhandoba's consortNurturingFolk aspect

Symbols

LotusTurmericLampWater pot
Consort
Khandoba

Associated Mantras

Om Banāyai Namaḥ

Festivals

Khandoba JatraBanai Puja

Scriptures

Folk traditionsKhandoba legends

Regions Worshipped

MaharashtraKarnataka

Iconography

Depicted with Khandoba, often standing or seated beside him. Simple, earthy appearance. Motherly, nurturing expression.