According to mythology, Santoshi Mata was born from the powers of Lord Ganesha. Santoshi Mata is considered the goddess of wealth and satisfaction.
Beliefs related to Santoshi Mata:
- Santoshi Mata is considered to be a form of Goddess Durga.
- Mata Santoshi is worshipped on Fridays.
- It is believed that after fasting on 16 Fridays, Santoshi Mata becomes pleased and gives the desired fruit to the devotees.
- It is believed that Santoshi Mata does not like sour things at all.
Mythological story related to Santoshi Mata:
- Lord Ganesha generated a light from his powers and combined it with the soul power of both his wives Riddhi-Siddhi.
- This light took the form of a girl after some time, who was named Santoshi.
- Santoshi Mata is the granddaughter of Lord Shankar and Goddess Parvati.
- Santoshi Mata is the niece of Kartikeya, Ashoksundari, Ayyaapa, Jyoti and Mansa.
- Santoshi Mata is the sister of Shubh and Labh.