Lakshmi - The Goddess of Wealth and Fortune - An Introduction

by Devdutt Pattanaik

Lakshmi, the goddess of material abundance, affluence, authority and auspiciousness is one of the most popular deities of the Hindu pantheon. The book presents a comprehensive description of the goddess, and helps the reader appreciate the Hindu approach to wealth and power. Simultaneously, it also delves into the temples, symbols, festivals, and names associated with her, and the rituals that promise material fulfillment.

Genres: Mythology, Hinduism, Spirituality

110 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2002

About the author

Dr. Devdutt Pattanaik (born December 11, 1970) is an Indian physician turned leadership consultant, mythologist and author whose works focus largely on the areas of myth, mythology, and also management. He has written a number of books related to Hindu mythology, including Myth = Mithya: A Handbook of Hindu Mythology, a novel, The Pregnant King, and Jaya: An Illustrated Retelling of the Mahabharata (2010).
He is the Chief Belief Officer of Future Group, one of India’s largest retailers, bringing the wisdom of Indian mythology into Indian business, especifically in human resource management. He also writes a column for the newspaper MID DAY.
He has also written a novel based on a tale from the Mahabharata titled 'The Pregnant King' published by Penguin Books India

Reviews

[Manoj Katragadda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wont say I am impressed but the book certainly has a lot of info on Lakshmi.I understand its hard to categorize the content in this genre but this book certainly lacks a flow. But I am fascinated by the mysteries around Indian deities and will be reading more from Devdutt's stock.

[Sunaina Chaturvedi · Rating 4 out of 5]

It is highly interesting :)

[Elizabeth Olson · Rating 3 out of 5]

An excellent overview of myths associated with the goddess, plus photos of statues and temples, prayers and devotional practices.

[Ritambhara Dixit · Rating 5 out of 5]

The magical Devdutt Pttanaik strikes back