Sri Suktam: A Hymn of Prosperity and Abundance

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Presents

 SRI SUKTAM 

 

 A set of 5 Videos  explaining the Mantra based on 

Traditional commentary


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 Sri Suktam , also known as  Śrī Sūkta , is a significant hymn from the  Ṛg Veda Khilāni , a supplementary section of the Rig Veda. The hymn is a devotional invocation to  Goddess Lakshmi , the deity associated with wealth, prosperity, and well-being in Hindu tradition.

    Composition and Structure

The Sri Suktam comprises 15 verses, or  rks . Each verse is a poetic eulogy that extols the virtues and blessings of Goddess Lakshmi, who is described in various forms and attributes, symbolizing abundance and fertility. The hymn praises her as the bestower of wealth, both material and spiritual, and seeks her benevolence and blessings for prosperity, peace, and protection.


    Symbolism and Themes

Sri Suktam is rich in symbolism. Goddess Lakshmi is depicted as the embodiment of all that is auspicious. She is likened to various natural elements like gold, lotuses, and lush green pastures, which signify growth, beauty, and wealth. The verses emphasize the importance of purity, devotion, and righteous living as means to attract divine grace and material prosperity.

    Recitation and Significance

Reciting Sri Suktam is believed to invoke the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi, leading to the removal of poverty and the attainment of prosperity. It is often chanted during  Lakshmi Puja  and other auspicious occasions, particularly those related to wealth and prosperity, like  Diwali . The hymn holds a prominent place in Vedic rituals and is considered a powerful tool for spiritual and material upliftment.

    
Sri Suktam is more than a mere prayer for wealth; it is a profound spiritual text that underscores the interconnectedness of material abundance and spiritual growth. Its verses inspire devotees to lead lives of purity, devotion, and moral integrity to attract the grace of Goddess Lakshmi and achieve holistic prosperity.

 

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