Vasudhara
Vasudhārā whose name means "stream of gems" in Sanskrit, is the Buddhist goddess of wealth, prosperity, and abundance. Her popularity peaks in Nepal where she has a strong following among the Buddhist Newars of the Kathmandu Valley and is thus a central figure in Newar Buddhism. She is one of the most popular goddesses worshipped in many Buddhist countries and is a subject of Buddhist legends and art. Her short mantra is Oṃ Vasudhārāyai Svāhā. Parallels with Bhūmidevī Vasudhara is often compared to the Hindu goddess Bhūmidevī. As goddesses of wealth, both deities have a similar iconography and are worshipped for their role in an abundant harvest. Both assume a golden hue in artistic representations, perform the same mudra, and hold similar objects. For example, Vasudhara and Prithvi are often depicted holding gems or having pots of treasure under their feet. It is believed that the convention of depicting Vasudhara standing on vases originated from earlier representations of Bhūmi . Furthermore, both goddesses are often depicted paired with their respective consorts, Prithvi alongside Vishnu and Vasudhara alongside Jambhala. Mantra Her mantra is "Om Śri Vasudhara Ratna Nidhana Kashetri Svāhā", when one takes up Vasudhara practice, 800 mantras (8 rounds of