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Shankh
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The Dakshinavarti Shankh, or Sri Lakshmi Shankh, is a sacred hindu
object otherwise known as the conch shell with a reverse-turning spiral.
When held with the spout pointed up, the conch's spiral will twist rightwards
(dakshinavarti) rather than the far more common variety which twists leftwards
(vamavarti). According to the Vedic scriptures, the Shankha is one of the most
auspicious objects that emerged from the sea during the Ksheera Sagara samudra
manthan. Hence it is regarded as the brother of Goddess Lakshmi, the ruler of
wealth. Most of the Gods and Goddesses hold the Shankha in their hands. Shankh
is one auspicious nine objects of Kubera who is the Lord of wealth.
A majority of conch shells open on the left side, i.e., they are
formed anti-clockwise. In contrast, those that open on the right
side, i.e., formed clockwise, are rare, but very auspicious to keep
in homes. These are expensive. It is believed that Goddess Lakshmi
resides permanently in white conch shells that open on the right side
(Dakshinavarti shankh). Both, Goddess Lakshmi and the right-sided conch
shell have their origin in the sea and are believed to have the same father.
A right-sided conch shell is considered the younger brother of Goddess Lakshmi.
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Parad Shankh
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It is believed that whoever owns a pair of right-sided conch shells shall always hold exalted positions and be successful in whatever he does. Misery and failure keep away. Daily reverence and methodical offering of prayers to it shall bring success and fulfilment. When it is placed in a shop, it promotes success in business. At home, it attracts wealth and happiness. Placed with foodgrains, it promotes prosperity. It is truly a symbol of glory and prosperity.
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