6 Vedic Epithets of Goddess Lakshmi for Meditation| Mantartha

6 Vedic Epithets of Goddess Lakshmi


As we approach Varalakshmi Vratam, a day dedicated to worshipping the goddess of wealth and prosperity, Mantra Artha Initiative is delighted to share six divine epithets of Goddess Lakshmi, drawn from the first mantra of Sri Suktam. These sacred names, enriched with profound meanings from traditional Sanskrit commentaries, guide us in meditating upon the goddess to attain her grace and prosperity for ourselves and our nation. Read on ...

1.  Hiraṇyavarṇā (हित-रमणीय-वर्णाम्)   

     Meaning  : The one whose form is golden and pleasing, worthy of meditation. 

   -  Hita : Bestower of all that is desired, fulfilling every need. 

   -  Ramaniya : Radiant with beauty, possessing all auspicious qualities.

 

2.  Hariṇī (पापहरणशीलाम्, हरिणी कृष्णमृगी तद्वन्मुग्धाम् इत्यर्थः)   

     Meaning  : The remover of sins, soft and gentle in nature. 

   -  Like a female blackbuck, she embodies innocence and grace.

 

3.  Suvarṇarajatasrajā (स्व-सौन्दर्य-लावण्यानुगुण-स्वर्ण-रजतमयाभरण-युक्ताम्)   

     Meaning  : Adorned with gold and silver ornaments, harmonizing with her unparalleled beauty.

 

4.  Candrā (सर्वाह्लादकारिणीम्)   

     Meaning  : The one who brings joy and contentment to all, fulfilling the wishes of her devotees.

 

5.  Hiraṇmayī (हिरण्यादि-सर्व-धन-प्रचुराम्)   

     Meaning  : Abundant in wealth, overflowing with gold and other riches.

 

6.  Lakṣmī (सर्वैः लक्षणीयाम्, दिव्यलक्षणसम्पन्नां वा)   

     Meaning  : 

   a) The one to be revered and worshiped by all. 

   b) Endowed with every divine characteristic, shining with divine glory.

 

Let us meditate on these sacred names of Goddess Lakshmi, inviting her blessings into our lives and the prosperity of our nation.

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