The day is specially dedicated to the worship of Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of prosperity and good fortune. In modern images, Lakshmi is typically depicted wearing either a red or a green sari.

Jeffery D. Long does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations ...

The day is specially dedicated to the worship of Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of prosperity and good fortune. In modern images, Lakshmi is typically depicted wearing either a red or a green sari.