Ashtalakshmi Stotra is a famous stotra of worship of the eight divine forms of Maa Lakshmi. In Hinduism, Maa Lakshmi is considered to be the goddess of wealth, prosperity, fortune, riches and happiness. The eight forms of Ashtalakshmi are considered to provide happiness, prosperity and auspiciousness in different areas of life.
By reciting the Ashtalakshmi Stotra with devotion, the seeker remembers the eight forms of Maa Lakshmi. It is considered auspicious to recite it especially on Fridays, Diwali, Lakshmi Puja and regular Lakshmi Upasana.
This stotra was composed by U.S. V.S. Srinivasa Varadacharya in Chennai in the early 1970s. In the 1980s Through audio cassettes this hymn spread all over India and today it Lakshmi‑has become an essential part of worship.
Stotra contains a total of eight verses (a ninth verse is found in some versions). Each verse praises a particular form of Lakshmi.
Eight Forms of Ashtalakshmi
The eight major forms of Ashtalakshmi are as follows—
Adi Lakshmi – Goddess of basic power, spiritual peace and happiness Goddess.
Dhairya Lakshmi – Goddess of courage, patience and confidence.
Gaj Lakshmi – Symbol of royal splendour, honor and wealth Form.
Vijaya Lakshmi – Form of success, victory and victory over obstacles in life.
Vidya Lakshmi – Goddess of knowledge, education, wisdom and discrimination.
Dhan Lakshmi – Form of wealth, property and economic prosperity
Complete Ashtalakshmi Stotra – Sanskrit Original and Hindi Meaning
Om Sri Ashtalakshmi Namah
1 Adi Lakshmi (root Lakshmi – Mokshadaini)
Meaning –Sanskrit –
sumanasavandit sundari madhavi, chandra sahodari hemmaye .
munigan vandit mokshapradayini, manjul bhashini vedanute ॥
pankajavasini dev supujit, sadguna varshini shantiyute .
jaya jaya he madhusudanakamini, adilakshmi sada palaya maam ॥
Hey Adi Lakshmi! You are praised by the gentlemen, you are beautiful, Lord Madhava She is the beloved of (Vishnu), the sister of the moon and golden. The sages to you I bow to you, you grant salvation, your voice is sweet and the Vedas are yours They sing the glory. You reside in the lotus, worshiped by the gods, She showers virtues and is peaceful. O Madhusoodana (Vishnu). Beloved, hail to you! Adi Lakshmi, always protect me.
2. Dhanya lakshmi (food‐prosperity)
Sanskrit –
ayi kalikalmashanashini kamini, vaidikarupini vedamaye .
kshirasamudbhav mangalarupini, mantranivasini mantranute ॥
mangaladayini ambujavasini, devganashrit padayute .
jaya jaya he madhusudanakamini, dhanyalakshmi sada palaya maam ॥
Meaning –
Hey
Grain Lakshmi! You are the destroyer of the sins of Kali Yuga. Your appearance
According to the Vedic prescriptions, you are Vedic yourself. You appear from the ocean of milk
Hui and are auspicious. You dwell in spells and by spells
are praised. You are the giver of Mars (welfare), dwelling in the lotus and
The gods take refuge at your feet. O beloved of Madhusoodana, blessed be you!
Grain Lakshmi, always protect me.
3 Dhairya Lakshmi (courage and strength)
Meaning –sanskrut –
jaya varavarnini vaishnavi bhargavi, mantrasvarupini mantramaye .
surganpujit shigrafalprad, dnyanavikasini shastranute ॥
bhavabhayaharini papavimochani, sadhujanashrit padayute .
jaya jaya he madhusudanakamini, dhairyalakshmi sada palaya maam ॥
Hey Patience Lakshmi! You are of excellent character, the power of Vishnu and descended from the family of Bhrigu are. You are mantra-filled, the gods worship you, you are quick to give fruits are, develop knowledge and are praised by the scriptures. You world‐fear is the one who takes away and frees from sins; Gentlemen of your feet take shelter. O beloved of Madhusoodana, blessed be you! Patience is the Lakshmi, always Protect me.
4. Gaja Lakshmi (Royal Glory)
sanskrut –
jaya jaya durgatinashini kamini, sarbafalprad shastramaye .
rathagajaturgapadadi samavrut, parijanamandit lokanute ॥
harihar bram supujit sevit, tapnivaran padayute .
jaya jaya he madhusudanakamini, gajalakshmi rupen palaya maam ॥
Meaning –
O Gaja Lakshmi! Hail to you, you are the destroyer of evil. You are all fruitful and scriptural. You are surrounded by chariots, elephants, horses and infantry, your attendants adorn you and all the worlds praise you. Hari, Har (Shiva) and Brahma serve and worship you; Your feet remove heat (pain). O beloved of Madhusoodana, blessed be you! Please protect me as Gaja Lakshmi.
5. Santan Lakshmi (Children Happiness)
sanskrut –
ayi khagavahini mohini chakrini, ragavivardhini dnyanamaye .
gunaganavaridhi lokahitaishini, svarasaptabhushit gananute ॥
sakal surasur devmunishvar, manav vandit padayute .
jaya jaya he madhusudanakamini, santanalakshmi sada palaya maam ॥
Meaning
–
O child Lakshmi! You are riding on the eagle (bird), bewitching, bearing the wheel, enhancing love and knowledge. You are the sea of virtues, desiring the welfare of the people; Your song is adorned with seven notes. All the gods, demons, sages and human beings bow at your feet. O beloved of Madhusoodana, blessed be you! Children Lakshmi, always protect me.
6. Vijay Lakshmi (Vijay – Success)
sanskrut –
jaya kamalasani sadgatidayini, dnyanavikasini ganamaye .
anudinamarchit kunkumadhusrabhushit, vasit vadyanute ॥
kanakdharastuti vaibhav vandit, shankar deshik manyapade .
jaya jaya he madhusudanakamini, vijayalakshmi sada palaya maam ॥
Meaning
–
O Vijaya Lakshmi! You sit on the lotus seat, give Sadgati (liberation), develop knowledge and are singing. Every day you are worshiped with saffron and fragrant substances and praised with instrumental music. Praise of the goddess of wealth (Kanakadhara) increases your glory; You are also a revered position of gurus like Shankaracharya. O beloved of Madhusoodana, blessed be you! Vijaya Lakshmi, always protect me.
7. Vidya Lakshmi (Knowledge – Vidya)
sanskrut –
pranat sureshvari bharati bhargavi, shokvinashini ratnamaye .
manimaya bhushit karnavibhushan, shanti samavrut hasyamukhe ॥
navanidhi dayini kalimalaharini, kamyafalprad hastayute .
jaya jaya he madhusudanakamini, vidyalakshmi sada palaya maam ॥
Meaning
–
O Vidya Lakshmi! The gods bow down to you, you are knowledge-giving like Bharati (Saraswati), you are born in the Bhrigu family, you are remover of sorrow and you are full of gems. You wear earrings adorned with gems, your face is full of peace and smile. You bestow nine treasures, remove the impurities (sins) of Kali Yuga and Your hands are the givers of all desired fruits. O beloved of Madhusoodana, blessed be you! May Vidya Lakshmi, always protect me.
8. Dhan Lakshmi (Economic Prosperity)
sanskrut –
dhimidhimi dhindhimi dhindhimi dhindhimi, dhundhubhi nad supurnamaye .
dhumadhum dhundhum dhundhum dhundhum, shankh ninad suvadyanute ॥
ved puranetihas supujit, vaidikamarg pradarshayute .
jaya jaya he madhusudanakamini, dhanalakshmi sada palaya maam ॥
हिंदी भावार्थ –
O Dhan Lakshmi! You are filled with the sound of drums, bells and conches – the echoes of ‘dhimidhimi’ and ‘dhumdhum’ reveal your glory. Vedas, Puranas and History worship you; You are going to demonstrate the Vedic path. O beloved of Madhusoodana, blessed be you! Wealth and Lakshmi, always protect me.
Importance of Ashtalakshmi Stotra
Ashtalakshmi Stotra praises the various forms of Maa Lakshmi. It is believed that reciting the stotra with faith and regularity increases positive atmosphere, happiness, peace and prosperity in the home.
This stotra is not limited to material wealth, but also reminds of prosperity in various aspects of life like knowledge, patience, victory, food, children, wealth and spiritual satisfaction
When to recite the stotra?
Ashtalakshmi stotra can be recited especially on these occasions—
On Friday
On the occasion of Diwali and Lakshmi Puja
On Friday of Shukla Paksha
After morning bath
Evening
During regular Lakshmi worship
Ashtalakshmi Stotra recitation method
First clean the place of worship and install the idol or picture of Maa Lakshmi. Light a ghee lamp and offer flowers, akshat and offerings. Then meditate on Maa Lakshmi with a calm mind and recite Ashtalakshmi Stotra.
During the recitation, keep your mind concentrated and pray to Maa Lakshmi for happiness, peace, good intelligence and prosperity according to your faith. Prasad can be offered by performing Aarti of Maa Lakshmi at the end of the recitation.
Traditional Benefits of Reciting Ashtalakshmi Stotra
According to religious beliefs, reciting Ashtalakshmi Stotra with devotion—
Increases the feeling of happiness and peace in the home is.
Wishes for auspiciousness and harmony in the family.
Prayers for attainment of knowledge and discernment.
Remembers patience and courage in difficult situations.
Success and victory in affairs.
Food and life support Prayers are offered for the prosperity of resources.
The eight forms of Mother Lakshmi are remembered together.
Ashtalakshmi Stotra and Lakshmi Upasana
The basic idea of Ashtalakshmi Stotra is that prosperity is not limited to wealth. Food, knowledge, courage, children, victory, wealth and spiritual peace are also necessary for a healthy and happy life. Therefore, the worship of Ashtalakshmi is considered to be a symbol of the desire for balanced prosperity in various areas of life.
Ashtalakshmi Stotra is a beautiful medium of worship of the eight forms of Maa Lakshmi. It can be recited with faith, devotion and positive feelings. Ashtalakshmi pooja and stotra recitation is especially popular on special occasions like Fridays and Diwali. According to religious belief, the grace of Maa Lakshmi brings happiness, peace, wealth and prosperity in life.
FAQ
Q1 – Who wrote this hymn and when?
Answer – It was composed by U. V.S. Srinivasa Varadacharya in Chennai in the 1970s.
Question 2 – Why is it called ‘Ashtalakshmi’?
Ans
– ‘Ashta’ means ‘eight’. It is due to the eight main forms of Lakshmi
It is called Ashtalakshmi, which provides prosperity in the eight dimensions of life.
Question 3 – Does Lakshmi only give wealth?
Answer
– No, the real form of Lakshmi is ‘prosperity’ – which includes money, food,
Vidya, health, children, courage, victory and salvation are all included.
Question 4 – Can one recite this stotra without initiation?
Answer – Yes, this stotra is for the common man; No special initiation is required, just recite it with faith and regularity.
Question 5 – Is it proper to recite it during menstruation?
Ans
– According to tradition, if you want to observe purity those days
can psychic reading or listening; Touch or pronunciation should be avoided – but
It depends on personal faith.
Om Sri Mahalakshmyai Namah
Recite Ashtalakshmi Stotra regularly to invite all kinds of prosperity and well-being in your life.