Welcome
June 10, 2022
Welcome to the Lakshmi List. This is for folks who want to learn more about the Hindu Goddess of Fortune.
The creator of this site, Laurie Sue Brockway, D.Min, MAPH, has been studying Lakshmi and her place in Hinduism for over 25 years. She has written several books, including LAKSHMI MAGIC, LAKSHMI DEVOTIONAL, ALAKSHMI, and GODDESS LAKSHMI WEALTH JOURNAL.
This site is a historical overview of Lakshmi and her presence in the New York City Borough of Queens. It is also the subject of Laurie Sue's new book, LAKSHMI: A GODDESS GROWS IN QUEENS.
Lakshmi is a very ancient goddess.
The tradition she hails from has rich scriptures, holy stories, ancient practices, and specific prescriptions for worship. There are so many different customs and symbols for honoring her. And she is also honored in many counties, regions, and cultures, each with its own approach.
She was originally known as Sri and began to materialize as a fully formed Divine Female in the Puranas about 3,000 years ago. Her creation story, in which she arose from the milky sea a fully formed Divine Female, is more than a myth. It is part of the Hindu religion and worship and the rituals enacted by gods and sages are recreated in Hindu temples by priests and pandits each day. She is in the Vedas and other scriptures and she has a vibrant history. She can also be found in ancient temple walls, statues, and art, and is honored in many cultures. Worshipped by Jains and Buddhists as well as Hindus, her sacred image appears in many regions—India, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Indo-Caribbean nations, to name a few.
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Many blessings!