Soma the Moon God on an Antelope navagraha wearing a red dress

wearing a red dress

and rich cultural symbolism

The large elephant ears signify that a perfect person is the one who possesses a great capacity to listen to others and assimilate ideas

often associated with control and mastery

Archaeological discoveries and ancient coins suggest the recognition and reverence for Lakshmi existing by the 1st millennium BCE

Soma the Moon God on an Antelope navagraha wearing a red dressRepresentation of Chandra or Soma, the Hindu Moon God. The deity is depicted seated elegantly atop an antelope. His two front hands form mudras (sacred gestures); the right hand is in the 'Abhaya Mudra,' symbolizing protection, assurance, and dispelling fear. The left hand forms the 'Varada Mudra,' symbolizing generosity, compassion. In his upper right hand, he holds a mace, a symbol of authority and power, while in his upper left hand, he holds a