Rukmini is the principal queen of Lord Krishna and the Queen of Dwarka. She is revered as an incarnation of Goddess Lakshmi, symbolizing devotion, unwavering faith, and pure love. According to scriptures, she was exceptionally beautiful and virtuous. She is worshipped as the embodiment of auspiciousness and grace. In traditional iconography, she is typically depicted with two hands (Dvibhuja).
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Rukmini was the princess of the Vidarbha kingdom. Having heard of Lord Krishna’s divine virtues and valor, she dedicated her heart to him. However, her brother Rukmi arranged her marriage to Shishupala against her wishes. Rukmini sent a secret letter to Krishna through a trusted Brahmin, pleading for him to rescue her. Upon receiving the message, Krishna arrived in Vidarbha and eloped with Rukmini to Dwarka, where they were married according to Vedic rites. This legendary event is celebrated as 'Rukmini Haran'.
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