Gandheswari
| Gandheswari | |
|---|---|
 Gandheswari, the deity worshipped by the Gandhabanik community. | |
| Affiliation | Durga, Shakti, Adi Parashakti, Parvati |
| Mantra | Gandheswari mantra |
| Weapon | Conch, Lotus |
| Mount | Lion |
| Consort | Shiva |
Gandheswari (IAST: Gandēśvarī;) is a goddess worshipped by Gandhabanik community. She is an incarnation of the goddess Durga.[1] She is worshiped during Baishaki Purnima by the Gandhabanik community. It has been said[by whom?] that she saved Gandhabati from Gandhasura. She has four arms and is seen seated on a lion. Gandhabanik community worships her for their development in their business.
References
- ^ Mukherjee, Dalia (April 30, 2018). "Gandheswari – The Goddess of Fragrance Merchants".[permanent dead link]