5 Essential Ways to Earn the Blessings of Goddess Laxmi

Traditionally and culturally rich India is a country known for its wealth, royalty and its amazing connection with spirituality. Not only residents of this place but also visitors from abroad are surprised to see the abundance present in India. This beautiful spread of wealth in many forms is connected to spiritualism in the form of Goddess Laxmi. People throughout the country have immense faith in the power and blessings of Ma Laxmi who bestows her devotees with productive wealth, power and prosperity. The current era is one that revolves around materialistic pleasures. This is one of the reasons every individual Hindu worships Laxmi idols.

Introduction

Goddess Laxmi also known as ‘Shri’, is the Hindu goddess of wealth, fortune, prosperity and beauty. She is popular as the consort of Lord Vishnu who always accompanied him in his incarnations like Rama or Krishna in the form of Sita or Radha and Rukmini. Goddess Laxmi is the divine energy, strength (Shakti) of Lord Vishnu who assists Vishnu in preserving and protecting the universe. Other than this, Laxmi as Ashtalaxmi is the symbol of an effective source of wealth to a common human being. She is part of Tridevi along with goddesses Parvati and Saraswati.

The root of the name ‘Laxmi’ in Sanskrit is derived from the word ‘Laks’ meaning ‘aim, goal or objective. By this meaning goddess, Laxmi not only opens the doors of huge wealth but also provides excessive strength to aim and achieve one’s goal.  

The pious sculpture of Goddess Laxmi reflects an amazing radiance that comes out of the glowing Laxmi murti. The idol is represented as a beautiful lady draped in a red-colored saree and clad with gold ornaments all over. Goddess usually depicted with four arms holds a lotus in hand which indicates dharma, kama, artha and moksha. According to other Hindu Vedic texts, Laxmi is displayed with eighteen hands and sitting on Tiger, Lion or Garuda.      

Laxmi pooja is the main part of routine worship in many Hindu families as a daily ritual. Apart from this, Diwali and Sharad Poornima are the festivals when Laxmi pooja is considered auspicious.

Benefits of Laxmi idols

Laxmi idols placed in temples, at home or in workplace are the symbol of extensive wealth, good health and positivity in the environs. There are a number of reasons that highlight the benefits of placing and worshipping  Laxmi murti at home or office. The five best reasons   

• Brings wealth, prosperity, good health and good fortune.

• Keeps away negativity in the form of poverty or bad luck.

• Regular worship helps the person to achieve its goals.

• Adds a royal charm to the interiors of the house.

• Makes life easy and smooth with every sort of materialistic pleasure.   

How to worship Goddess Laxmi

The elegantly groomed Goddess Laxmi is beautifully represented by artists in an iconic form as she reflects a flawless charm.  The popularity of Laxmi can be traced by the use of her name ‘Shri’. ‘Shri’ is used almost at every event, occasion, written text or invitation card. The term ‘Shri’ in itself is sufficient to bring laurels home. The proper pooja ceremony of Goddess Laxmi with all important rituals can transform the person’s life.

The worship of Goddess Laxmi murti is essential to keep away the poverty and get the blessings of the goddess. As per the texts, popular occasions related to the goddess Laxmi are usually celebrated in the month of October which is considered suitable for the worship of Laxmi. People offer Roli tika, rice, pan, coconut, fruits, flowers and much more. Then as part of the aarti, camphor, dhoop and deep is shown to Maa Laxmi. After this, prayers are sung, Laxmi mantras and other verses are recited. Bhog-prasadam is also offered as part of the ritual.

 Other than common rituals, devotees should also take care of certain things that are essential for the blessings of goddess Laxmi. 

• Cleanliness around the place of worship should be maintained. 

• Preference should be given to Silver idols for worship.

• Keep Moti Shankh in the house. 

• Tulsi pooja is very effective. 

• Keep Shri Yantra at the place of worship. 

 The radiance emitted by Laxmi idol installed and worshipped anywhere is beyond any artificial source of light or glow. The online market is a hub of a varied top-notch range of shapes, colors, designs, sizes and materials available in Laxmi murti. One can without any hassle settle down with one of the best suitable idols for his/her interiors at a pocket-friendly price.