Sri Sukta
Sri Sukta is one of the major and most sacred Suktas of the Rig Veda. It is considered to be the most influential Vedic stotra for worshiping Mother Mahalakshmi. "Sri" means prosperity, wealth, fortune, wealth, grain and good fortune. Regular recitation of Sri Sukta is believed to bring grace of Goddess Lakshmi and happiness, prosperity and peace in life.
In Hinduism, recitation of Sri Sukta is considered especially fruitful on Diwali, Dhanteras, Friday, Kojagari Purnima, Varalakshmi Vrat and other auspicious occasions. It is not only an ode to acquiring wealth, but also a source of spiritual advancement, mental peace and positive energy.
shri sukt (sampurna path)
om hiranyavarnam harinim suvarnarajatasrajam.
chandram hiranmayim lakshmim jatavedo ma aavah॥1॥
tam ma aavah jatavedo lakshmimanapagaaminim.
yasyam hiranyam vindeyam gamashvam purushanaham॥2॥
ashvapurvaam rathamadhyam hastinadaprabodhinim.
shriyam devimupahvaye shrirma devi jushatam॥3॥
kansosmitam hiranyaprakaramardram jvalantim truptam tarpayantim.
padme sthitam padmavarnam tamihopahvaye shriyam॥4॥
chandram prabhasam yashasa jvalantim
shriyam loke devajushtamudaram.
tam padminimim sharanamaham prapadye
alakshmirme nashyatam tvaam vrune॥5॥
adityavarne tapaso̕dhijato
vanaspatistav vruksho̕th bilvah.
tasya falani tapasa nudantu
maayantarayaasch bahya alakshmih॥6॥
upaitu maam devasakhah kirtisch manina sah.
pradurbhuto̕smi rashtre̕smin kirtimrudhim dadatu me॥7॥
kshutpipasamlam jyeshthaamalakshmim nashayamyaham.
abhutimasamrudhim ch sarvaam nirnud me gruhat॥8॥
gandhadvaram duradharsham nityapushtam karishinim.
ishvarim sarvabhutanam tamihopahvaye shriyam॥9॥
manasah kamamakootim vachah satyamashimahi.
pashunam rupmannasya mayi shrih shrayatam yashah॥10॥
kardamen prajabhuta mayi sambhav kardam.
shriyam vasaya me kule mataram padmamalinim॥11॥
aapah srijantu snigdhani chiklit vas me gruhe.
ni ch devim mataram shriyam vasaya me kule॥12॥
aardram puskarinim pushtim suvarnam hemamalinim.
suryam hiranmayim lakshmim jatavedo ma aavah ॥13॥
aardram yah karinim yashtim pinglam padmamalinim.
chandram hiranmayim lakshmim jatavedo ma aavah॥14॥
tam ma aavah jatavedo lakshmimanapagaaminim.
yasyam hiranyam prabhutam gavo dasyo̕shvan vindeyam purushanaham॥15॥
॥ iti shri suktam ॥
Meaning of Sri Sukta
Sri Sukta describes the divine form, splendour, compassion, prosperity and welfare power of Mother Mahalakshmi. It prays to Agnideva (Jataveda) to invite Mother Lakshmi to the house of the devotee. The Sukta wishes for wealth, grain, fame, children, livestock, fame, happiness, peace and spiritual prosperity. Also prayed for removing Alakshmi meaning poverty, deprivation and negativity.
Importance of Sri Sukta
The major Vedic stotra to obtain the grace of Mother Mahalakshmi. It has an important place in Lakshmi Puja and Deepavali Puja.
In Vedic tradition it is considered very auspicious and auspicious.
Symbol of both spiritual and material prosperity Desire.
Positive energy and peace in home.
Success in business and job.
Reduction of mental stress and negativity.
Happiness, harmony and prosperity in family Progress.
When to recite Sri Sukta?
Recitation of Sri Sukta is considered especially auspicious on the following occasions—
Every day in the morning or evening
Every Friday
Diwali
Dhanteras
Kojagari Purnima
Sharad Purnima
Varalakshmi Vrat
Akshaya Tritiya
of any new business, house entry or auspicious work Time
Method of reciting Sri Sukta
Take a morning bath and wear clean and sattvic clothes.
Take a seat in front of the idol or picture of Mother Lakshmi.
Light a ghee lamp and incense.
Offer lotus or red flowers
Offer khir, misri, fruits or other sattvic offerings.
Recite Sri Sukta with faith and concentration.
At the end, recite Aarti of Mata Lakshmi and receive offerings.
In Sri Sukta and Kanakadhara Stotra Inter
| Sri Suktas | Kankadhara Stotras |
|---|---|
| Vedic Suktas | Stotras composed by Adi Shankaracharya |
| Related to the Rig Vedic tradition | Devotion and praise Principal |
| Widespread use in Yajna, Havan and Lakshmi Puja | Special Texts for attaining the grace of Mother Lakshmi |
| Vedic Prayers for Wealth, Grain and Prosperity | Prayers for Poverty Relief and Wealth |
General Questions Related to Sri Sukta (FAQs)
1 What is Sri Sukta?
Sri Sukta is a Vedic praise of Mother Mahalakshmi described in the Rig Veda, praying for wealth, prosperity and welfare.
2 When should one recite Sri Sukta?
It is considered auspicious to recite it every day, especially on Fridays, Diwali, Dhanteras and Lakshmi Puja.
3 Can anyone recite Sri Sukta?
Yes, woman, man, householder or student—anyone can recite Sri Sukta with devotion and pure feeling.
4 What is the main benefit of Sri Sukta?
It is desired to attain the grace of Mother Mahalakshmi, happiness, prosperity, mental peace and spiritual advancement.
5 Is Sri Sukta recited in Havan?
Yes, Sri Sukta is widely used in Lakshmi Havan, Yajna, Ghar Pravesh, Diwali Puja and other Vedic rituals.
Sri Sukta is the divine praise of Mother Mahalakshmi described in the Vedas She also wishes for prosperity. If recited with faith, pure conduct and regularity, it becomes a means of establishing positivity and a happy atmosphere in life.