5)Embracing Abundance: Celebrating the Benevolence of Goddess Mahalakshmi

Goddess Lakshmi

The Hindu god of abundance, money, and success, millions of worshippers respect and worship Goddess Lakshmi. Here are some details about the goddesss Lakshmi who is credited with bringing riches, wealth, and spiritual health.

Devotees pray to Goddess Lakshmi for the blessings of a peaceful and wealthy life that includes both material success and spiritual development. She is revered as a kind and kind goddess who bestows benefits on those who revere her fervently and sincerely.

In conclusion, Goddess Lakshmi is revered as the god of money, abundance, and success. Her persona, traits, and symbolism represent the ideas of material prosperity, enlightenment, and the harmony of wealth and righteousness. People who follow her pray to her for financial security, luck, and spiritual prosperity.

Story of Birth of Goddess Mahalakshmi

Goddess Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of wealth and prosperity, was born, and her birth is a story with divine origins and cosmic significance.
According to hindu ancient Hindu mythology, her birth which is narrative, takes place during the universe’s formation.

During Samudra Manthan, which is the churning of the cosmic ocean, The gods and demons collaborated to obtain the nectar of immortality in the celestial realms during Samudra Manthan. Numerous divine beings and celestial treasures began to surface from the ocean’s depths as the churning began.

Capturing the attention of the entire cosmos, a goddess who was dazzling and resplendent appeared from the foamy waves during this heavenly occurrence. She was none other than Goddess Lakshmi, who personifies elegance, grace, and wealth.

Goddess Lakshmi lit the surrounds with her beautiful radiance while dressed in golden clothing and encrusted with exquisite jewelry. Her alluring demeanor radiated peace, affluence, and wellbeing. Seeing her as the epitome of divine abundance and wealth, her celestial beauty fascinated the gods, especially Lord Brahma and Lord Vishnu.

Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Vishnu’s heavenly consort, came to be his constant companion and the source of his own being. Their union stood for the harmonious coexistence of wealth and virtue, financial prosperity and spiritual values. Goddess Lakshmi is said to offer her blessings of prosperity and abundance wherever Lord Vishnu sits.

Goddess Lakshmi’s connection to the lotus flower is also shown in the tale of her birth. She is frequently seen sitting or standing on a fully opened lotus. The lotus, which emerges from the murky water, stands for innocence, enlightenment, and spiritual development. Goddess Lakshmi’s association with the lotus represents her capacity to create beauty and abundance even in challenging situations.

Furthermore, Diwali (Deepavali), the celebration of lights and prosperity, is sometimes linked to the birth of the goddess Lakshmi. Goddess Lakshmi is said to descend to Earth for Diwali and bestow prosperity and fortune upon her worshippers. People undertake rituals, clean their homes, and burn oil lamps to welcome the goddess into their life.

Beyond the physical world, the story of Goddess Lakshmi’s birth has profound spiritual significance. She serves as a symbol of the divine’s generosity and plenty, in urging followers to cultivate virtues like appreciation, humility, and compassion in their quest of wealth and happiness.

To achieve financial security, material success, and spiritual well-being, devotees worship and seek the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi. Those who adore her with dedication and sincerity are said to experience good fortune, luck, and auspiciousness in their life.

The conception of Goddess Lakshmi serves as a reminder of the universe’s enduring richness and prosperity. Her example encourages people to embrace charity, integrity, and spiritual development while they pursue money and prosperity, guaranteeing that material prosperity is accompanied by moral behavior and the welfare of all beings.

Goddess Lakshmi Mantra

The Goddess Lakshmi mantra in Sanskrit is:

ॐ ह्रीं श्रीं लक्ष्मीभ्यो नमः॥

Pronunciation: Om Hreem Shreem Lakshmibhyo Namah.

This powerful mantra is dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of wealth, prosperity, and abundance. Chanting this mantra with devotion is believed to invoke the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi, bringing financial prosperity, success, and overall well-being in life. It is a popular mantra used by devotees to seek her grace and blessings for a prosperous and fulfilling life.

Aarti of Goddess Lakshmi

जय देवी जय देवी जय महालक्ष्मी।

वससी व्यापकरुपे तू स्थूलसूक्ष्मी॥

करवीरपुरवासिनी सुरवरमुनिमाता।

पुरहरवरदायिनी मुरहरप्रियकान्ता।

कमलाकारें जठरी जन्मविला धाता।

सहस्त्रवदनी भूधर न पुरे गुण गातां॥

जय देवी जय देवी…॥

मातुलिंग गदा खेटक रविकिरणीं।

झळके हाटकवाटी पीयुषरसपाणी।

माणिकरसना सुरंगवसना मृगनयनी।

शशिकरवदना राजस मदनाची जननी॥

जय देवी जय देवी…॥

तारा शक्ति अगम्या शिवभजकां गौरी।

सांख्य म्हणती प्रकृती निर्गुण निर्धारी।

गायत्री निजबीजा निगमागम सारी।

प्रगटे पद्मावती निजधर्माचारी॥

जय देवी जय देवी…॥

अमृतभरिते सरिते अघदुरितें वारीं।

मारी दुर्घट असुरां भवदुस्तर तारीं।

वारी मायापटल प्रणमत परिवारी।

हें रुप चिद्रूप दावी निर्धारी॥

जय देवी जय देवी…॥

चतुराननें कुश्चित कर्मांच्या ओळी।

लिहिल्या असतिल माते माझे निजभाळी।

पुसोनि चरणातळी पदसुमने क्षाळी।

मुक्तेश्वर नागर क्षीरसागरबाळी॥

जय देवी जय देवी…॥

Meaning of the aarti of Goddess Mahalakshmi

Here is the meaning of the Aarti “॥ श्री महालक्ष्मीची आरती ॥” in English:

Jay Devi Jay Devi Jay Mahalakshmi।

Victory to the Goddess, the Great Mahalakshmi।

Vasasi Vyapakarupi Tu Sthulasukshmi॥

You reside within all as the vast and subtle form॥

Karveerapura Vasini Suravaramunimata।

You dwell in Karveer, the Mother of sages and gods।

Puraharavardayini Muraharapriyakanta।

You bestow blessings upon your devotees, beloved of Lord Shiva।

Kamalakaren Jathari Janmavila Dhata।

You are the lotus-born and the sustainer of the universe।

Sahstravadani Bhudhara Na Pura Gun Gata॥

With a thousand faces, your glory is beyond description॥

Jay Devi Jay Devi…॥

Matulinga Gada Khetak Ravikirani।

Adorned with a shining matulinga and gada (mace)।

Jhalake Hatkavati Piyushraspani।

Your divine form radiates with beauty and grace, like nectar।

Manikrasana Surangvasana Mrigayanini।

You sit gracefully adorned with jewels and deer-like eyes।

Shashikaravadana Rajasa Madanachi Janani॥

With a moon-like face, you are the mother of Lord Madana (Kamadeva)॥

Jay Devi Jay Devi…॥

Tara Shakti Agamya Shivabhjakam Gauri।

You are the immeasurable power, worshipped by Lord Shiva as Gauri।

Sankhya Mhanti Prakriti Nirguna Nirdhari।

The Sankhya philosophers describe you as Prakriti, without attributes or form।

Gayatri Nijabija Nigamagama Sari।

You are Gayatri, the seed of all Vedas and scriptures।

Pargate Padmavati Nijadharma Chari॥

As Padmavati, you reveal your true divine nature॥

Jay Devi Jay Devi…॥

Amritabharite Sarite Aghadurite Vari।

Your presence in the ocean of nectar saves us from all difficulties।

Mari Durghat Asuran Bhavadushtara Tari।

You eliminate the evils and adversities caused by demons and wickedness।

Vari Mayapatal Pranamat Parivari।

Your devotees seek refuge at your divine feet।

He Rupa Chidrupa Davi Nirdhari॥

O Devi, you are beautiful and the embodiment of consciousness॥

Jay Devi Jay Devi…॥

Chaturananen Kusuchit Karmachya Oli।

O Four-faced Goddess, please accept my humble offerings of actions।

Lihilya Asatil Mate Majhe Nijabhal।

I offer my unwavering devotion at your sacred feet।

Pusoni Charanatali Padasumane Kshal।

May the dust of your lotus feet purify and sanctify me।

Mukteshwar Nagara Kshirasagarabali॥

O Mukteshwari, the Queen of the Nagas, you are the ocean of compassion॥

Jay Devi Jay Devi…॥

This Aarti is a hymn of praise and devotion dedicated to Goddess Mahalakshmi, the Hindu goddess of wealth, prosperity, and abundance. It is sung with deep reverence and love to seek her blessings and grace for a prosperous and fulfilling life. The devotees express their gratitude and seek the protection and guidance of the Divine Mother in all aspects of their lives.

Mahalakshmi Chalisa

॥ दोहा॥

जय जय श्री महालक्ष्मी

करूँ माता तव ध्यान

सिद्ध काज मम किजिये

निज शिशु सेवक जान

॥ चौपाई ॥

नमो महा लक्ष्मी जय माता ,

तेरो नाम जगत विख्याता

आदि शक्ति हो माता भवानी,

पूजत सब नर मुनि ज्ञानी

जगत पालिनी सब सुख करनी,

निज जनहित भण्डारण भरनी

श्वेत कमल दल पर तव आसन ,

मात सुशोभित है पद्मासन

श्वेताम्बर अरू श्वेता भूषणश्वेतही श्वेत सुसज्जित पुष्पन

शीश छत्र अति रूप विशाला,

गल सोहे मुक्तन की माला

सुंदर सोहे कुंचित केशा,

विमल नयन अरु अनुपम भेषा

कमल नयन समभुज तव चारि ,

सुरनर मुनिजनहित सुखकारी

अद्भूत छटा मात तव बानी,

सकल विश्व की हो सुखखानी

शांतिस्वभाव मृदुलतव भवानी ,

सकल विश्व की हो सुखखानी

महालक्ष्मी धन्य हो माई,

पंच तत्व में सृष्टि रचाई

जीव चराचर तुम उपजाये ,

पशु पक्षी नर नारी बनाये

क्षितितल अगणित वृक्ष जमाए ,

अमित रंग फल फूल सुहाए

छवि विलोक सुरमुनि नर नारी,

करे सदा तव जय जय कारी

सुरपति और नरपति सब ध्यावें,

तेरे सम्मुख शीश नवायें

चारहु वेदन तब यश गाये,

महिमा अगम पार नहीं पाये

जापर करहु मात तुम दाया ,

सोइ जग में धन्य कहाया

पल में राजाहि रंक बनाओ,

रंक राव कर बिमल न लाओ

जिन घर करहुं मात तुम बासा,

उनका यश हो विश्व प्रकाशा

जो ध्यावै से बहु सुख पावै,

विमुख रहे जो दुख उठावै

महालक्ष्मी जन सुख दाई,

ध्याऊं तुमको शीश नवाई

निज जन जानी मोहीं अपनाओ,

सुख संपत्ति दे दुख नशाओ

ॐ श्री श्री जयसुखकी खानी,

रिद्धि सिद्धि देउ मात जनजानी

ॐ ह्रीं- ॐ ह्रीं सब व्याधिहटाओ,

जनउर विमल दृष्टिदर्शाओ

ॐ क्लीं- ॐ क्लीं शत्रु क्षय कीजै,

जनहीत मात अभय वर दीजै

ॐ जयजयति जय जयजननी,

सकल काज भक्तन के करनी

ॐ नमो-नमो भवनिधि तारणी,

तरणि भंवर से पार उतारिनी

सुनहु मात यह विनय हमारी,

पुरवहु आस करहु अबारी

ऋणी दुखी जो तुमको ध्यावै,

सो प्राणी सुख संपत्ति पावै

रोग ग्रसित जो ध्यावै कोई,

ताकि निर्मल काया होई

विष्णु प्रिया जय जय महारानी,

महिमा अमित ना जाय बखानी

पुत्रहीन जो ध्यान लगावै,

पाये सुत अतिहि हुलसावै

त्राहि त्राहि शरणागत तेरी,

करहु मात अब नेक न देरी

आवहु मात विलंब ना कीजै,

हृदय निवास भक्त वर दीजै

जानूं जप तप का नहीं भेवा,

पार करो अब भवनिधि वन खेवा

विनवों बार बार कर जोरी,

पुरण आशा करहु अब मोरी

जानी दास मम संकट टारौ ,

सकल व्याधि से मोहिं उबारो

जो तव सुरति रहै लव लाई ,

सो जग पावै सुयश बढ़ाई

छायो यश तेरा संसारा ,

पावत शेष शम्भु नहिं पारा

कमल निशदिन शरण तिहारि,

करहु पूरण अभिलाष हमारी

॥ दोहा ॥

महालक्ष्मी चालीसा

पढ़ै सुने चित्त लाय

ताहि पदारथ मिलै अब

कहै वेद यश गाय

॥ इति श्री महालक्ष्मी चालीसा ॥