Elements of Hindu Iconography v1.c7.62

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votaries freedom from hindrances in their undertakings, while Durgā and Umā grant victory. The worship of Lakshmi brings wealth and destroys poverty, while that of Sarasvati results in enabling one to secure learning and the power of speech. The Saptamātṛikās grant their worshippers wealth and happiness. Śiva is said to be capable of granting, according to the Kāmikāgama, all the results that may be expected of all the various gods.