She is the embodiment of spring and is in charge of plant
and agricultural survival.
She is honored with song and dance at the end of February to
welcome the arrival of spring.
She is the personification of energy in motion, and she is
the source of light and hope.
When Amaterasu hides herself in a cave, it is Uzume who
tempts her out with a lewd, comical dance.
She considers bells and dancing to be holy.
She created science and mathematics, founded the Sanskrit
language, and is in charge of all elements of education and learning.
Sarasvati, also known as "The Flowing One,"
inspires devotees to achieve great heights in intellectual and creative
pursuits.
She is often represented as a white-skinned lady with a
peacock.
