SitaHindu God"Daughter of the Earth"

Also known as: Janaki, Vaidehi, Maithili

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Titles & Epithets

Daughter of the EarthPrincess of VidehaBeloved of Rama

Domains

devotionpurityvirtueearth

Symbols

lotusearthbow of Shiva

Description

The divine consort of Rama and central figure of the Ramayana. She emerged from a furrow in the earth and was raised by King Janaka. Her abduction by the demon king Ravana sparked the great war. Sita embodies ideal feminine virtues and unwavering devotion. She is considered an avatar of Lakshmi.

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