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Sheetala (Bihar)

शीतला
Also known as: Śītalā, Bihar Sheetala, Smallpox Goddess, Cool Mother

About

The folk form of Shitala worshipped in Bihar for protection from smallpox, chickenpox, and other diseases. Worshipped with neem leaves, cold food offerings, and annual festivals. Often represented by stone idols under neem trees at village boundaries.

Attributes

Smallpox goddessDisease protectionFolk deityBiharCool mother

Symbols

NeemCold foodStone idolDonkeyBroom
Vahana (Mount)
Donkey

Associated Mantras

Om Śītalāyai Namaḥ
Sheetala Stotram

Festivals

Sheetala AshtamiAnnual village festivals

Scriptures

Folk traditionsSheetala Purana

Regions Worshipped

BiharJharkhandUttar Pradesh

Iconography

Often represented by stone idol under neem tree. Anthropomorphic form: seated on donkey, holding broom and water pot. Motherly, healing expression.