Dashakam 028 Appearance of Lakshmi & Her Swayamvaram

This Dashakam is important because it describes the event of the churning of the ocean of milk and the emergence of various divine beings and objects, including Goddess Lakshmi and the nectar of immortality (Amrita).

Key significance points are:

• The Dashakam begins with the emergence of the deadly poison Kalakoota from the churning ocean, which Lord Shiva drinks to protect the universe.

• Following this, divine treasures like the wish-fulfilling cow Kamadhenu, celestial horses, elephants, the Kalpavriksha (wish-fulfilling tree), and celestial nymphs (apsaras) appear.

• The most important emergence described is that of Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity, who appears from the churning ocean and chooses Lord Vishnu as her consort.

• Finally, Lord Vishnu appears in the form of Dhanvantari, carrying pots of nectar (Amrita), symbolizing healing and immortality.

• This Dashakam celebrates the bounty of the cosmos and divine grace, emphasizing prosperity, healing, and the restoration of balance and vitality in the universe.

Thus, Dashakam 28 highlights the theme of divine blessings and cosmic regeneration, showcasing the importance of Lakshmi and Dhanvantari as essential aspects of Vishnu's grace, which bring wealth, health, and immortality to the world

Namaskarams and Dhanyavadaha to Smt Savithri Ramesh and Smt Asha Murarka for their help.