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Gauri

गौरी
Also known as: Gaurī, Śvetā, Radiant White

About

The fair, radiant form of Parvati after her penance. Represents purity, beauty, and marital bliss. Worshipped by women for the well-being of their husbands and families.

Attributes

FairnessPurityBeautyMarital bliss

Symbols

Fair complexionLotus
Consort
Shiva

Associated Mantras

Om Gauryai Namaḥ
Gaurī Stotram

Festivals

Gauri PujaTeejNavaratri (Mahagauri day)

Scriptures

Shiva PuranaDevī Bhāgavata Purāṇa

Regions Worshipped

Pan-IndiaMaharashtra (Gauri Puja during Ganesh Chaturthi)

Iconography

Fair complexion, serene expression. Often depicted with a lotus. Sometimes with Shiva. Symbol of marital happiness.