Kubera is the lord of wealth and the treasurer of the gods — guardian of the north and king of the yakshas. He rules from the golden city of Alaka in the Himalayas, holding the riches of the earth in his keeping.
"Even the gods come to Kubera when the heavens need funding for a celebration."
Generous to the devout, Kubera represents prosperity, abundance and the responsible stewardship of fortune. A child named Kubera is wished a life of plenty, generosity and lasting prosperity.
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