Varalakshmi Vratam 2010 – Date, Legend, Celebration and Rituals
When is Varalakshmi Vratam in 2010? – 2010 Varalakshmi Vratam date is on August 20 i.e Friday
Varalakshmi vratam happens to be a sacred day for the Hindus. Popularly known as “Varalakshmi Vrata” it is performed by married Hindu ladies on Friday before the full moon day during the month of Sravana(August). Those who are unable to perform it on that day can do it on any of the Friday during that particular month.
The Vratha is performed more in the Southern part of India in states such as Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu and also in some parts of Orissa and Maharashtra.
The puja is performed by Hindu women who are married to seek the blessings of Lord Vishnu, who is considered to be the God of prosperity and wealth.
Legend of Varalakshmi Vratam
This vrata was suggested to Parvati by her husband Lord Shiva so that she acquires wealth and gains prosperity.
Another legend is that a religious minded lady Charumati was requested by Goddess Varalakshmi to perform the vratam so that she fulfills all her wishes. She, along with other ladies of the village, performed the vrata with devotion. Sweets were offered to the deity by them and after the vratam was done, they found themselves decked up with jewels and their houses were full of riches. Since then, women started to perform the vratam every year to attain wealth as well as prosperity for their respective families.
Celebration of Varalakshimi Vratam
Women tidy their home, keep it clean. The front yard is decorated with rangolis (colorful design drawn on the floor). They wear beautiful clothes and deck themselves up with jewelry. Married women perform the puja and invite neighboring ladies in the evening to receive offerings. Devotional songs are sung in praise of the deity.
Ritual of Varalakshmi Vratam
The puja begins by arranging the kalasha or what is known as the sacred pot. The pot is filled up with water and rice symbolizing prosperity. It is then covered with mango as well as betel leaves. Then a coconut that is smeared with vermillion and turmeric powder is placed on the Kalasha. A new cloth is placed on the coconut. Some decorate the Kalasha with jewels to make it appear more beautiful. The puja starts with the worship of Lord Ganesha, who is considered to help in getting rid of obstacles as well as evil forces. Subsequently, the devotees invoke Goddess Varalakshmi to enter the Kalasha. Then torams ( it consists of nine threads with about nine knots) are worshipped and one is tied around the Kalasha, while another one is tied on the right hand of the woman, who is performing the puja. Then they chant Lakshmi Ashtottara Shatanamam (it is a list consisting of a hundred names praising the Goddess). Nine types of sweets as well as savories are offered to the Goddess. Hymns are sung in praise of the deity. Another woman is invited; who is considered to be Goddess Varalakshmi and sweets as well savories are offered. In the evening all the ladies in the locality are invited and are offered tamboolam (betel leaves, betel nuts fruits, turmeric as well as dakshna (money). Together they sing songs in praise of the Goddess.
Varalakshmi Vratam is an auspicious occasion for a married Hindu woman. She prays for prosperity and wealth in her home. The deity is worshipped through an elaborate puja.
It is nice to read.Young girls and recently married ones should read and it is important to do the Varalashmi Puja sincerely and religiously.During the puja children at home really in festive mood and enjoy the function and learn to pray god before start of any work in their life.
simple..brief..good information
do we want to take fasting on this day
This is Shiva Prakash, Ramya.Performing puja in hungry state is not completely devotional. Definitely, you can supplement the needs with banana milk shake. This is my sincere advice. You will definitely wash hands. Take the milk shake before starting puja.
The narration about Varalaxmi Vrata is simply good. One can perform pooja by just reading the above narration. I am very much pleased, the way it was presented. Thank you
When is Varalakshmi Vratam is required to be celebrated in the year 2010 english calender .
varalakshmi vratam 2010 is falling on August 20 i.e Friday
when is varamahalakshmi vritha in 2010
2010 Varalakshmi Vratam is on August 20 i.e Friday
Shravan maas is one of the most auspicious month of the whole year. We worship bhole shankar in this very month. One can do any type of new work in this month as every day of the month is considered as shubh.
VaraLaxmi Puja, Varmahalakshmi Vratham or Vararalakshmi Vratam whatever way we call it is one of the most sacred vrat for ladies. This year it is falling on 20th of august just 4 days before end of sravan mas. One could do this vrat on any Friday of the sravan mas if by chance it is not possible to do the vrat on 20th. One could also do it on August 27th of Sept. 3
I need the Lakshmi Ashtottara Shatanamam in english to perform puja. Can i get that
Kindly tell the timmings when to start and at what time it should get over.
Thanks n rgds
Jyoti
For the benefit of my husband i am legally separated from him.Am i elligible to perform the pooja???Can any learned spiritual person resolve my queiry…
can even young girls do this pooja.if it is not possible on 20th august then can do on 27th august & 3rd september.
i am so pleased to be a south african indian of south indian orgin born here. i adhere to all the tamil customs and traditions and i will follow this one too. i am especially happy to be born on the 15 august in this auspicious month. alll of you out there may be richly and abundantly blessed with all you ever want
best wishes
please let me know more of the puja vidhi