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Dhairya Lakshmi

धैर्यलक्ष्मी
Also known as: Dhairya Lakṣmī, Courage Lakshmi

About

Third of the eight Ashtalakshmi forms. The goddess who bestows courage, strength, and fearlessness. Represents inner wealth of fortitude and the ability to face challenges with confidence.

Attributes

CourageStrengthFearlessnessInner wealth

Symbols

SwordShieldChakraLotusAbhaya mudra
Consort
Vishnu
Vahana (Mount)
Lion or elephant

Associated Mantras

Om Dhairya Lakṣmyai Namaḥ

Festivals

Varalakshmi VratamNavaratri

Scriptures

Lakṣmī PurāṇaPuranas

Regions Worshipped

Pan-India

Iconography

Four or eight-armed form seated on a lion or lotus. Holds sword, shield, chakra, and lotus. Abhaya mudra representing fearlessness. Fierce yet serene expression.