Varalakshmi Pooja is a festive occasion that honors the benevolent Goddess Lakshmi, revered for granting boons and bestowing prosperity.
Celebrating Varalakshmi Pooja: A Joyous Tribute to Goddess Lakshmi
According to mythological accounts, Goddess Parvati observed this fast to attain happiness and wealth, setting a precedent for devotees.
Varalakshmi Pooja Significance and Observance
Varalakshmi Vrat is observed on the last Friday of the Shravan month, preceding Shravan Purnima (Raksha Bandhan). This auspicious day is dedicated to worshiping Varalakshmi Devi, with devotees seeking her blessings for happiness, wealth, and prosperity. Observing this vrat is believed to confer virtues equivalent to worshiping Ashta Lakshmi, while also alleviating poverty and enhancing familial well-being.
Popularity and Traditions
Varalakshmi Vrat is widely celebrated in South Indian states, including Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra. On this day, married women typically observe the fast, seeking the welfare, wealth, and prosperity of their husbands and family members.
