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Rukmini

रुक्मिणी
Also known as: Rukmiṇī, Vaidarbhī, Krishna's chief queen

About

The chief consort of Krishna and an avatar of Lakshmi. Princess of Vidarbha. She was abducted by Krishna at her request to escape an unwanted marriage. Represents devotion, love, and the perfect spouse.

Attributes

DevotionLoveRoyal consortLakshmi avatar

Symbols

LotusRoyal attireKrishna
Consort
Krishna

Associated Mantras

Om Rukmiṇyai Namaḥ
Rukmiṇī Aṣṭakam
Rukmiṇī Stotram

Festivals

Rukmini AshtamiKrishna Janmashtami

Scriptures

Bhagavata PuranaMahabharataHarivamsa

Regions Worshipped

Pan-IndiaDwarkaPandharpur (as Rakhumai)

Iconography

Beautiful, royal consort. Often depicted with Krishna. Crowned, wearing royal jewelry. Serene, devoted expression.