Mumbai: In Hinduism, Mahalakshmi Vrat is one of the most significant and revered fasts, observed on the Ashtami (eighth day) of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada. This sacred fast is dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity. The Mahalakshmi Vrat 2024 will begin on Tuesday, September 10, and conclude on Wednesday, September 11. As per the Udaya Tithi (sunrise date), the fast will be observed on Wednesday.
Significance of Mahalakshmi Vrat
Mahalakshmi Vrat is particularly significant for women who seek children, as it is believed that observing this fast and performing the puja rituals for Goddess Lakshmi grants all wishes. The fast is known to bring financial prosperity and ensure that devotees never face monetary problems. Observing the Mahalakshmi Vrat with full devotion guarantees not only material wealth but also spiritual satisfaction.
Auspicious Timings for Mahalakshmi Vrat 2024
On September 11, 2024, the auspicious timings for performing the Mahalakshmi Vrat puja are as follows:
Brahma Muhurta: 4:32 AM – 5:18 AM
Morning Sandhya: 4:55 AM – 6:04 AM
Amrit Kaal: 12:05 PM – 1:46 PM
Vijaya Muhurta: 2:22 PM – 3:12 PM
Godhuli Muhurta: 6:31 PM – 6:54 PM
Evening Sandhya: 6:31 PM – 7:40 PM
These timings are crucial to ensure that the Mahalakshmi Puja is conducted during the most auspicious periods, inviting the divine blessings of Goddess Lakshmi.
Mahalakshmi Vrat Puja Procedure
For those observing the fast, the Mahalakshmi Vrat puja must be performed with devotion and care. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
Begin the day by waking up during Brahma Muhurta, taking a bath, and wearing clean clothes.
Clean the puja area and place the idol of Goddess Lakshmi on a platform. Use a red, yellow, or saffron cloth, and draw a Swastika with rice.
Decorate the area with flowers, mango leaves, and rangoli. Place a Shri Yantra and fill a copper vessel with water, topped with a coconut.
All family members should chant the Mahalakshmi Mantras while offering aarti and distributing prasad.
What else to do on Mahalakshmi Vrat?
To maximise the blessings, devotees are encouraged to worship all eight forms of Goddess Lakshmi. Women observing the fast should recite the Shri Ashtalakshmi Stotram daily. Additionally, the Kalash filled with water and sacred items like turmeric and sandalwood is used to spread prosperity by sprinkling the water throughout the house.
Benefits of Mahalakshmi Vrat
The observance of this fast is believed to bring financial stability and ensure continuous prosperity. Mahalakshmi Vrat is said to bless devotees with happiness, opulence, and the absence of financial hardships. The rituals performed during this fast are believed to create an environment of peace and prosperity in the home.
Mahalakshmi Vrat, an important Hindu fast, is observed annually to honour Goddess Lakshmi. Learn about the significance, puja rituals, and auspicious timings for this sacred occasion in 2024. Spirituality Lifestyle News -Fashion Trends, Beauty Tips, Celebrity Party News, Relationship advice, Travel and Food Tips
