Sri Mahalakshmi Stavanam

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oṃ lakṣmīṃ naumi ramāṃ |
kamale ! tvāṃ kamanīyāṃ vaṃde hari-rāmāṃ |
oṃ lakṣmīṃ naumi ramāṃ ||

dhātrī tvamannapūrṇā bharaṇī tvaṃ jagatāṃ |
pātaka-haraṇīṃ mātaḥ ! naumi varada-hastāṃ ||1||
oṃ lakṣmīṃ naumi ramāṃ ||

aṃbuja-nayanāṃ vaṃde kaṃbu-gadādi-karāṃ |
varuṇālaya-saṃbhūtāṃ karuṇā-snehabharāṃ ||2||
oṃ lakṣmīṃ naumi ramāṃ ||

padmālayāṃ nato'haṃ padmamukhīṃ padmāṃ |
sadmāsi tvaṃ mahasāṃ tvaṃ vijayasetamāṃ ||3||
oṃ lakṣmīṃ naumi ramāṃ ||

daha dāridr-yaṃ duḥkhaṃ hara jālaṃ vipadāṃ |
anna-dāyinīṃ vaṃde mahatāṃ pūjya-padāṃ ||4||
oṃ lakṣmīṃ naumi ramāṃ ||

vaṃde vaibhava-dātrīṃ suṃdaratā-pratimāṃ |
tvāmaraviṃdāsīnāṃ maheśvarīṃ saumyāṃ ||5||
oṃ lakṣmīṃ naumi ramāṃ ||

divya-vibhūṣaṇa-bhavyāṃ jananīmabhirāmāṃ |
nārāyaṇīṃ vareṇyāṃ vaṃde siṃdhusutāṃ ||6||
oṃ lakṣmīṃ naumi ramāṃ ||

naumi mahālakṣmīṃ vai bhuvanānāṃ priya-māṃ |
hiraṇmayīṃ śrīrūpāṃ kṛpāmayīṃ paramāṃ ||7||
oṃ lakṣmīṃ naumi ramāṃ ||

doṣaṃ mārjaya mātaḥ ! bhaktiḥ svīkriyatāṃ |
tubhyaṃ namasstavo'yaṃ saubhāgyaṃ tanutāṃ ||8||
oṃ lakṣmīṃ naumi ramāṃ ||

stavanaṃ devyā lakṣmyāḥ vahatu mudaṃ nitarāṃ |
mātṛkṛpā hṛta-dainyā ramayatu viśvadharāṃ ||9||
oṃ lakṣmīṃ naumi ramāṃ ||

iti śrīharekṛṣṇamehera-praṇītaṃ śrīmahālakṣmī-stavanaṃ saṃpūrṇaṃ |

Meaning

This sacred stavanam is a heartfelt hymn dedicated to Goddess Mahalakshmi, the universal mother and bestower of wealth, grace, and abundance. The recurring phrase “Om Lakshmīm Naumi Ramām” (“I bow to Lakshmi, the beloved of Hari”) invokes divine energy, purity, and serenity.

Each verse praises a different aspect of the Goddess — as the sustainer of the world, remover of sins, granter of food, beauty, fortune, and liberation. The devotee seeks her blessing for removing poverty, sorrow, and obstacles, while requesting spiritual and material prosperity.

Highlights:
    •    Mahalakshmi is portrayed as Annapūrṇā, Sindhusutā (Daughter of the Ocean), Vaibhava-dātrī (Bestower of Prosperity), and Hari-Rāmā (Consort of Vishnu).
    •    Reciting this hymn daily or on Fridays is said to invoke peace, abundance, and divine joy in one’s household.
    •    The hymn ends with a prayer for universal welfare and happiness through the compassion of the Mother Goddess.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sri Mahalakshmi Stavanam?

It is a sacred hymn dedicated to Goddess Mahalakshmi, the deity of wealth, fortune, and prosperity. This stavanam praises the various divine attributes and forms of the Goddess.

When should one recite this stavanam?

Sri Mahalakshmi Stavanam can be recited daily, especially on Fridays, or on any auspicious day during the worship of the Goddess.

What are the benefits of reciting Sri Mahalakshmi Stavanam?

Reciting this stavanam is believed to bring financial prosperity, alleviate poverty, grant good health, mental peace, and protection from all kinds of adversities.

Who can recite this stavanam?

Any devotee seeking wealth, prosperity, peace, and happiness can recite this stavanam with devotion, regardless of gender or age.

How many times should this stavanam be recited?

This stavanam can be recited at least once, or a specific number of times such as 3, 5, 7, or 11, according to your desire and time. Regular recitation is more beneficial.

What is the origin of Sri Mahalakshmi Stavanam?

Sri Mahalakshmi Stavanam is compiled from various Puranas and stotra collections, making it an ancient and powerful hymn that glorifies the greatness of Goddess Lakshmi.

Sri Mahalakshmi Stavanam

Meaning

Frequently Asked Questions

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Sri Vijaya Lakshmi Ashtottara Shata Namavali

Sri Ashta Lakshmi Stotram

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