Varalakshmi Vratham 2022, Puja Date, Time, Significance, Ceremony And Story Of Varalakshmi Vratham 2022

Varalakshmi Vratham 2022 is observed on 12th August and Varalakshmi Vratham is a pious occasion that is observed by all south Indian states except that of Keala. Varalakshmi vratham is a religious ceremony for Hindus, where people worship Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of wealth and prosperity and the consort of Lord Vishnu. Read further to know Varalakshmi Vratham 2022 puja time and much more.

by V Sruthi | Updated Oct 22, 2021

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Varalakshmi Vratham 2022

Varalakshmi Vratam, also known as Vara Mahalakshmi Vrata, is a festival dedicated to the Goddess Lakshmi. Varalakshmi is a goddess who bestows blessings ("Vara"). Many women in the states of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and northern Sri Lanka undertake this important puja. Women do Varamahalakshmi Vrata for their own health and the health of their entire family. Worshiping Varalakshmi on this day is thought to be comparable to worshipping Ashtalakshmi, the eight goddesses of Wealth, Earth, Wisdom, Love, Fame, Peace, Contentment, and Strength. Because of the growing popularity of this holy day in various areas, it has been designated as an optional official holiday in India.

Varalakshmi Vratham 2022-Date and Time

The 'Vara MahaLakshmi Vrata' is a Hindu celebration that takes place on the Second Friday, or the Friday before the full moon - Poornima - in the month of Shravana, which corresponds to the Gregorian months of July–August. By 2022, this day falls on 12th August which is also a Friday.

Varalakshmi Vratham 2022 Story

In the ancient Magadha Kingdom, a woman named Charumathi lived in the town of Kundinyapura. The Deity Mahalakshmi appeared in her dream, impressed by her devotion to the goddess, and asked her to worship Varalakshmi (Vara = boon, Lakshmi = goddess of wealth) and seek to fulfil her wishes. Varalakshmi is another name for the goddess of wealth, Lakshmi. The prayer/worship had to be performed on the Friday of Shravana month, just before the full moon night. When Charumathi told her family about her dream, they encouraged her to do the pooja. Several other village ladies joined her in conducting the puja in the traditional manner.

Varalakshmi Vratham 2022 Tamil Calendar

In the Tamil calendar, the Tamil month of this auspicious day is called "Aavani", the month of worship to Goddesses.

Festival Name	Date
Varalakshmi Vratham	12th Aug 2022, Friday

Varalakshmi Vratham 2022 Ceremony

Women worship Goddess Lakshmi with utmost devotion on this day, offering fruits, sweets, and flowers. A kalasam (representing the deity) is usually dressed in a saree, flowers, and gold jewellery, with offerings placed in front. After the pooja is done, a rakshai/saradu (holy thread) is among the offerings and worn by ladies on their wrists. This is worn to represent protection and piety, and numerous things are offered in good faith as presents and charity. There are no restrictions on caste or creed when doing this puja. Many ladies still attend this ancient festival, praying to Varamahalakshmi for her blessings of riches and healthy life for their families and friends.

Varalakshmi Vratham 2022 Significance

Siri (Wealth), Bhu (earth), Sarasvathi (Wisdom), Preethi (love), Keerthi (Fame), Shanthi (Peace), Santhushti (contentment), and Pushti are the eight powers or energy recognised (Strength). Each of these energies is known as a 'Lakshmi,' also known as:

Lakshmi Aadi (the Protector)
Lakshmi Dhana (Goddess of Wealth)
Lakshmi Dhairya (Goddess of Courage)
Lakshmi Sowbhagya (Goddess of Prosperity)
Lakshmi Vijaya (Goddess of Victory)
Lakshmi Dhanya (Goddess of Nourishment)
Lakshmi Santaana (Goddess of Progeny)
Lakshmi Vidhya (Goddess of Wisdom)

The Hindus refer to all eight forces as the Ashta Lakshmis, or the eight Lakshmis. Vishnu is also known as 'Ashtalakshmi Pathi,' which translates to 'the consort of the eight Lakshmis,' or forces. In reality, because abstract force is beyond the perception of ordinary people, Vishnu, who represents the preservation part of the universe, radiates these feminine qualities of Lakshmi personified and worshipped as such. Because the harmonious interaction of these elements is necessary for good health, riches, and success, Lakshmi devotion is considered to bring all three. This event is mostly observed by ladies in order to invoke the goddess Lakshmi's favours.

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Varalakshmi Vratham 2022-FAQ

1. Why do we celebrate varalakshmi vratham?

Varalakshmi Vratam/ Vara Mahalakshmi Vrata is a Hindu festival dedicated to the Goddess Lakshmi. Worshiping Varalakshmi on this day is thought to be comparable to worshipping Ashtalakshmi, the eight goddesses of Wealth, Earth, Wisdom, Love, Fame, Peace, Contentment, and Strength.

2. What should we do on varalakshmi vratham?

This day's fasting begins at daybreak and concludes with dusk. Wake up very early on the designated day, take a bath, and tidy the house. Install a sacred pot, also known as Kalasam, on a puja altar. Flowers, turmeric powder, sandal paste, and vermilion are used to embellish it.

3. What is the meaning of varalakshmi vratham?

Worshipping the goddess of wealth and prosperity, Lakshmi, many devotees come together to celebrate Varalakshmi Vratam every year. Varalakshmi, meaning the one who grants wishes or boons, is worshipped by people, especially women, in the southern states of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.

4. What should the kalash coconut be done?

It's employed in religious and social rituals. When particular images are revered in temples, it is used. It is customary to wear the kalasha on one's head while repeating mantras upon entering a new home. The purpose of this ceremony is to usher grace and pleasure into the new home.

5. What does goddess lakshmi represent?

In recent years, Hindus have associated the goddess Lakshmi with good fortune. Lakshmi is the goddess of wealth and prosperity in all forms, both material and spiritual, and her name is derived from the Sanskrit word Laksya.