Mahalakshmi sitting near Lord Vishnu’s feet symbolizes the union of wealth (Lakshmi) with righteousness (Vishnu/dharma). This posture s ignifies supreme devotion, surrender, and the nurturing of prosperity under divine guidance. Historically, her iconography evolved from standing on lotus flowers (Gaja Lakshmi) in ancient, possibly Buddhist-linked, art to her later, more common depiction as Vishnu’s consort.