Sheetla Mata
Sheetla Mata is a revered Hindu goddess associated with healing, health, and protection from diseases, especially skin infections and epidemics like smallpox. She is worshipped mainly in North India during Sheetla Ashtami. Devotees offer cold food and observe fasting to seek her blessings. She symbolizes purity, cleanliness, and the removal of diseases. Her form teaches the importance of hygiene and health discipline in life.
Basic Information
God Name
Sheetla Mata
Avatar of
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God Gender
Female
Birth Place
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Category
Devi
Weapon
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Vahan
Donkey
Favorite Color
Blue
Favorite Food
Fruits
Day
monday
Tithi
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Suggested Seva
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Alternate Names
Mata Rani
About
Sheetla Mata is a Hindu goddess associated with health, hygiene, and protection from diseases. She is especially worshipped for protection against smallpox, skin diseases, and other infectious illnesses. Devotees mainly worship her on Sheetla Ashtami by offering cold food and observing fasts. Her form symbolizes the importance of cleanliness and good health in life. She is depicted riding a donkey and holding a broom and a pot of cold water, representing purity and healing. Devotees believe that worshipping her brings peace, protection, and relief from diseases in the household. She is also considered a protector of mothers and children’s health.
Festivals & Occasions
Sheetala Saptami
Chaitra month, Krishna Paksha, Saptami
