Varalakshmi Vratam

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Friday, August 12th, 2016 10:00 a.m.

Followed by lunch prasadam

For further details, please contact:

Sharada Rao          219-464-9270

Lakshmi Arya         219-448-0920

Shakuntala Sarma 219-613-7414

Varalakshmi Vratam is an important pooja performed by many women on  the Friday, before Sravana Poornima corresponding to the English months of July-August.

Significance
Eight forces or energies are recognised and they are known as Sri (Wealth), Bhu (Earth), Sarasvati (learning), Priti (love), Kirti (Fame), Santi (Peace), Tushti(Pleasure) and Pushti(Strength). Each one of these forces is called a Lakshmi and all the eight forces are called the Ashta Lakshmis or the eight Lakshmis of the Hindus. Vishnu is also called Ashta Lakshmi Padhi which is equivalent to saying that he is the asylum for the eight-Lakshmis or forces. In fact, Vishnu representing the preservative aspect of the universe, radiates these forces from him. These forces are personified and worshipped as Lakshmis, as health, wealth and prosperity depend upon the rythmic play of these forces, hence the worship of Lakshmi. Varalakshmi Vratam is performed by married women for the welfare of their husband, children and household. It is believed that if one worships Goddess Lakshmi on this day, she will present the entire family the gift of health, wealth, peace and happiness.

Pooja thalis will be provided  unless you want to bring your own.

Please feel free to bring prasadam  of your choice so that we will have lunch together.