Goddess Shitala is the deity of sores, ghouls, pustules, and infectious diseases like smallpox and measles, revered for offering protection, cooling relief, and healing. She is traditionally depicted riding a donkey and holding a broom, a pitcher of water, neem leaves, and a winnowing fan.
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Identity
Vehicle
Donkey
Weapon
Broom, Pitcher of water, Neem leaves, Winnowing fan
Worship & rituals
Puja day
Eighth day of the waning moon (Krishna Paksha Ashtami) in the Hindu months of Phalguna or Chaitra
Overview
Mythology
According to the Skanda Purana, Goddess Shitala emerged to protect mankind from devastating epidemics and skin diseases. She cures her devotees and controls Jvarasura, the demon of fever, bringing cooling relief to the afflicted.
Mantra
Namami Shitalam Devim Rasabhastham Digambaram | Marjani Kalasopetam Shurpalankrita Mastakam ||
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