Shashti Devi - One Who delights children

  • Shashti Devi is not just the protector of children, She is also very fond of them
  • In several of Her iconographies, She is shown spending time with children, making them happy
  • The below image shows Shashti playing with kids, while Skanda fondly looks on

  • Other deities too bless children, yet Shashti takes special care to ensure that their wishes are fulfilled

Jai Shashti Mata🙏

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