Om Jai Saraswati Mata, Maiya Jai Saraswati Mata
Sadgun Vaibhav Shaalini, Tribhuvan Vikhyaata ॥
Jai Jai Saraswati Mata
Chandravadani Padmaasini, Dyuti Mangalkaari
Sohe Shubh Hans Savaari, Atul Tejdhaari ॥
Jai Jai Saraswati Mata
Baayein Kar Mein Veena, Daayein Kar Maala
Sheesh Mukut Mani Sohe, Gal Motiyan Maala ॥
Jai Jai Saraswati Mata
Devi Sharan Jo Aayen, Unka Uddhaar Kiya
Paithi Manthara Daasi, Ravan Sanhaar Kiya ॥
Jai Jai Saraswati Mata
Vidya Gyaan Pradaayini, Gyaan Prakaash Bharo
Moh Agyan Aur Timir Ka, Jag Se Naash Karo ॥
Jai Jai Saraswati Mata
Dhoop Deep Phal Mewa, Maa Sweekar Karo
Gyaan Chakshu De Mata, Jag Nistaar Karo ॥
Jai Jai Saraswati Mata
Maa Saraswati Ki Aarti, Jo Koi Jan Gaave
Hitkari Sukhkaari, Gyaan Bhakti Paave ॥
Jai Jai Saraswati Mata
Jai Saraswati Mata, Jai Jai Saraswati Mata
Sadgun Vaibhav Shaalini, Tribhuvan Vikhyaata ॥
Om Jai Saraswati Mata
Maiya Jai Saraswati Mata
Jai Maa Saraswati! Jai Maa Sharde!
Mother Saraswati: Mother Saraswati is revered as the presiding deity of intellect, learning, music, and the arts. Worshipping her leads to an enhancement of knowledge, eloquence, and creative power.
The Significance of Mother Saraswati
- Mother Saraswati is regarded as the Goddess of learning, intellect, and speech.
- Students, artists, writers, and musicians, in particular, offer her their prayers.
- She dispels ignorance and bestows the light of knowledge.
- Her worship holds special significance on the day of Vasant Panchami.
Method of Worship
A Simple Ritual (at Home or in a Temple):
- Bathe in the morning and wear white or yellow attire.
- Install an idol or image of Mother Saraswati.
- Offer white or yellow flowers.
- Offer Akshat (unbroken rice grains), turmeric, Kumkum (vermilion), and light a lamp (Diya).
- Place books, notebooks, or musical instruments before the Goddess (to seek the attainment of knowledge).
- Chant the Saraswati Mantra or sing the Aarti (hymn of praise)—
“Jai Saraswati Mata…” - Offer *Prasad* (sacred food offerings—such as Kheer, rock sugar, or fruits) and distribute it among others.
Benefits of Worship
- Academic Success: Enhances concentration and memory in studies.
- Intellect and Wisdom: Develops the ability to make sound decisions.
- Progress in Arts and Music: Particularly beneficial for artists.
- Sweetness of Speech: Improves eloquence and powers of expression.
- Positive Energy: Fosters mental peace and boosts self-confidence.
Auspicious Time (Best Time)
- Morning Hours: After sunrise (considered the most auspicious time).
- Special Days:
- Vasant Panchami
- Thursdays (*Brihaspativar*)
- During the days of Navaratri (especially Sharadiya and Vasantic Navaratri).
Worshipping Mother Saraswati paves the way for knowledge, intellect, and success in life.
Performing worship regularly and with devotion leads to a person's intellectual and spiritual development.