Mahalaxmi Vrat 2024: In astrology, Goddess Lakshmi is called the goddess of wealth. It is believed that worshiping Goddess Lakshmi brings happiness, prosperity and well-being in life and a person gets rid of financial problems. Every year, the Mahalakshmi fast starts on the Ashtami date of Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada month and the Mahalakshmi fast is observed for a total of 16 days till the Ashtami date of Ashwin month. During this time, the worship of Goddess Lakshmi has special significance. According to the Drik Panchang, this year the Mahalakshmi fast will start from September 11 and this fast will be completed on September 24. During this time, along with worshiping Goddess Lakshmi, some special things should be kept in mind. Let us know the worship method, worship material and fasting rules of Goddess Lakshmi…
Materials for Maa Lakshmi Puja: During the Mahalakshmi fast, collect all the materials for the worship including Kalash, ghee, lamp, fruits, flowers, betel nut, turmeric knot, roli, kumkum, camphor, panchamrit, betel leaf, red cloth, 16 makeup items, incense sticks, coconut, kheer.
Mahalakshmi Vrat: Worship Method
Wake up early in the morning on the first day of Mahalaxmi Vrat.
After bathing, wear clean clothes.
After cleaning the temple, place a small stool at the place of worship.
Spread a red cloth on this stool.
Now install the idol of Goddess Lakshmi on top.
Offer red chunri and clothes to Maa Lakshmi.
After this, offer her 16 items of makeup.
Light a lamp in front of the Mother.
Offer fruits, flowers, incense, lamps and offerings to Goddess Lakshmi.
Fill the Kalash with water, place a coconut on top and install the Kalash.
After this, worship Goddess Lakshmi in a proper manner. Chant the mantras.
Perform the aarti of Maa Lakshmi and finally perform the aarti of all the gods and goddesses.
Rules of Mahalakshmi Vrat:
The fast of Mahalakshmi is observed for 16 days. During this period, consumption of sour and salty foods is prohibited.
Worship Goddess Lakshmi every morning and evening for 16 days.
During Mahalaxmi Vrat, along with the fasting person, the family members should also not consume non-vegetarian food. Eat only satvik food.
