Why is goddess Meenakshi green?

Siva explains the trend of showing Goddess Meenakshi in green. “According to myth, Meenakshi is said to have a dusky complexion, an indication of her Dravidian origin. And when dusky women apply turmeric on their faces, they get a greenish tint. And that's why Meenakshi is shown green.

The main icon of Meenakshi shows her holding a parrot, symbol of Kama, god of love. She also has a small dagger on her waist band, reminding everyone who is the overlord. On the temple wall is the image of her marriage.

Extraordinary Healing Powers

Radiating Her motherly compassion to everyone, She captures the hearts of her citizens and devotees with her miraculous healing powers. As her name aptly alludes, each morning she gives her healing darshan (vision) in Her royal assembly as She is the ‘Sabha Nayaki’, the ultimate queen of all royal assemblies. Her five-story palace adjoined a great hospital where students and teachers from many cultures worked and volunteered together, caring for thousands of people who flocked from all over the world.

Her administrative ruling powers, her ‘Ishwaratva’, the empowered leadership is a lesson for all kings, leaders even today. She manifested her leadership giving ultimate cosmic justice to all Her citizens.

Hindu Antique Statue Terracotta Deity Figuring 70 to 90 years old 11"x3"

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