Sila

[< Esk.; cf. sila atmosphere, intelligence]

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Sheela

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1931

The great Goddess Sila, whose spirit controlled the elements, was in a kindly mood. . . .

1956

Sheela . . . controls the weather and can bring on storms or hold back winds as she wills. . . .