Lakshmi Narayan Vrat Puja

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Goddess Lakshmi and God Narayan are worshipped as a pair in Lakshmi Narayan Vrat Puja. There is never a lack of wealth in the household which observes this fast. Sri Lakshmi Narayana fast is believed to be a proven way to attain wealth. On this day, along with fast, Havan, etc. are also performed. These rituals open the doors to happiness and contentment.

When to perform Lakshmi Narayan Puja

Purnima Tithi is considered appropriate for performing Lakshmi Narayan Puja and Vrat. Apart from this, it can be performed on Friday or Sunday. The importance of Lakshmi Narayan Vrat Puja and its mythological story is found in ancient scriptures.

Lakshmi Narayan Puja Vidhi

Narad Ji inquires about this fast to Shaunak Rishi. Shaunak Rishi replies , ‘Hey! Narad Rishi, the devotee should start this fast by following pure Satvik behavior. The devotee should finish all daily chores, then take a bath and wear neat and clean white coloured clothes.

  • The idols or pictures of Goddess Lakshmi and God Narayan should be placed in the Mandir.
  • The idols should be cleaned with water and Panchamrit.
  • They should be adorned with clothes, jewellery, floral garlands and fragrant Akhtar.
  • Kumkum Tilak should be applied to the Goddess Lakshmi and Chandan Tilak should be applied to the God Narayan.
  • Ghee Deepak should be lit in front of the Lakshmi-Narayan. Dhoop and flowers should be used in Puja.
  • Lakshmi-Narayan Aarti should be performed and Bhog should be offered after that.
    ‘ऊँ लक्ष्मी नारायणाभ्यां नमः’ Mantra should be recited while performing the Puja.

    • Happiness in all forms can be attained by performing the Lakshmi Narayan Puja and Vrat. The one who observes this fast and carries out the Puja receives Baikuntha Dham. Jagran too holds great importance in this fast. After observing the fast an entire day, food and donation should be given to the Brahmins. This marks the completion of the fast. Donating sesame seeds also holds great importance. Charity should be done as per one’s capability. This is the procedure for the Lakshmi Narayan Vrat.

    What should not be done during Lakshmi Narayan Puja?

    Some things should be taken care of during this fast:

  • Non-vegetarian food and alcohol should not be consumed.
  • Keep away from any type of addiction.
  • Observe Brahmacharya.
  • Avoid bad conduct such as deception, fight and quarrel, etc.

    • Lakshmi Narayan Katha

    According to the Lakshmi Narayan Katha, once a debate ensued between Goddess Lakshmi and God Narayan as to who is more important. God Narayan organises a competition to clear this fact. God Narayan takes the Avatar of a Brahmin. He visits a village. He requests the chief of the village for some space to perform Narayan Katha Puja. The chief agrees and gives God Narayan some space. God Narayan sets up Shri Narayan Pujan.

    Everyone in the village participates in the Puja every day. Lakshmi Ji starts feeling ignored and she also decides to do something. She takes the avatar of an old lady and visits the village. After this, she asks a lady, who was going for the Narayan Katha, for water. She gives water to the old lady. As soon as the old lady returns the vessel, it turns into gold.

    The woman is completely surprised by the miracle and tells everyone in the village. When those who are at the Narayan Katha hear about this, they get tempted and go to meet the old woman. Lord Narayan gets disappointed seeing so much greed and decides to leave the village. Goddess Lakshmi makes Lord Narayan realise her importance. Lord Narayan agrees to this and leaves the village.

    Lakshmi Ji also decides to leave the village. The villagers try and persuade her to not leave. To this, she says that ‘I can only stay at a place where both Narayan and Lakshmi are given equal importance. If Narayan does not have a place, then Lakshmi too will not remain. In this way, Lakshmi Ji convinces Narayan Ji. She tells Narayan ji ‘Without you I am nothing and without me you are nothing. We are nothing but each others’ reflection’. So, the devotee who worships both Lakshmi and Narayan together, will always remain blessed.

    Benefits of Lakshmi Narayan Vrat

    Realization of wealth and fame

    The wealth of the household increases by observing the Lakshmi Narayan Vrat. Those who have taken loans should observe this fast. Observing this fast gives blesses the natives with a combination of happiness, wealth and prosperity. This fast is very beneficial to those natives who have Kemdrum Yoga in their Kundali.

    Benefits in job and business

    This Vrat is ideal for businessmen and also those who have a job. On observing this fast the native’s business will flourish. There will be prosperity and wealth. For those in a job, observing this fast brings stability and promotion.

    Brings good luck and happiness of partner

    The luck of the devotee improves by observing Lakshmi Narayan Vrat. The Mangalaya Sukh of a woman increases. Anyone who faces difficulty in getting married should observe this fast. This fast gives marital happiness too. Moreover, the devotee gets a long life, good health, and spiritual growth. If the devotee has a special wish then he/she should observe this fast by keeping this wish in mind. All the wishes of a devotee are fulfilled if the correct procedure for the Puja and Vrat is followed.