Varalakshmi Vratam: Varalakshmi Vratam is a festival observed by women for the well-being of their husbands and families. This festival falls in the Shukla Paksha of Shravana month (July-August). This Varalakshmi Puja festival is popularly celebrated in the regions of Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Uttar Pradesh. This Vratam is observed on the second Friday of the Sravana Masam, as per the Hindu calendar.
Varalakshmi Vratham 2022: Date and Time
The Varalakshmi Vratam 2022 will be observed on 12 August 2022. The Varalakshmi Puja Muhurat begins with Simha Lagna at 6.40 am – 8.51 am. Puja in the afternoon begins between 1.16 pm and 3.32 pm. Evening Puja starts between 7.24 pm – 8.57 pm with Kumbha Lagna.
Varalakshmi Vrat History
The Varalakshmi Vrat started when Lord Shiva told Parvati about the Vrat which makes people get rid of sorrow and suffering. Devotees believe that observing this Vrat will grant financial blessings, good health, and long life.
The Varalakshmi Puja has a story behind it where the Charumati offered prayers to Goddess Lakshmi. One day, Goddess Mahalakshmi arrives in her dreams and tells her to observe Varalakshmi Vratam. Following her dream, she invites her friends, relatives, and neighbors to the Puja and seeks the blessings of Goddess Varalakshmi.
List of items required for Varalakshmi Puja Vidhi
- Goddess Varalakshmi Idol or Photo
- Flowers Garland
- Mango Leaves
- Betel Leaves And Nuts
- Sandalwood
- Blouse Pieces
- Panchamrita
- Cow Curd
- Fruits Along With Banana
- Kumkum
- Turmeric
- Vibhuti
- Coconuts and Flowers
- Cow Ghee
- Cow Milk
- Sambrani, Small Oil Lamps
- Unbroken Rice Pooja Vidhanam
Lakshmi’s worshipped on this day are
- Aadi Lakshmi (the Protector)
- Dhana Lakshmi(Goddess of Wealth)
- Vidhya Lakshmi (Goddess of Wisdom)
- Sowbhagya Lakhsmi(Goddess of Prosperity)
- Vijaya Lakshmi(Goddess of Victory)
- Dhanya Lakshmi (Goddess of Nourishment)
- Dhairya Lakhsmi(Goddess of Courage)
- Santana Lakshmi (Goddess of Progeny)
Varalakshmi Vratam Rituals
- Ladies observe fast from sunrise to sunset
- Women wake up very early in the morning and take a holy bath
- Goddess Lakshmi idol is placed
- Kalasam is installed which is decorated with saree, flowers, and ornaments
- Perform Lakshmi Puja by chanting Lakshmi Astotharam, and Shatnamavali along with the Katha
