Mahalaxmi Vrat 2024: Mahalaxmi Vrat holds special significance in Hinduism. Although it is predominantly observed in Maharashtra, people across other parts of the country also keep this fast. During this vrat, devotees worship Maa Lakshmi in her various forms. It is believed that those who observe the Mahalaxmi Vrat and perform the puja are blessed by Goddess Lakshmi and do not face financial hardships in life.
Let’s find out when Mahalaxmi Vrat will be observed in 2024, along with the muhurat and puja rituals:
Mahalaxmi Vrat 2024 Date And Shubh Muhurat:
Mahalaxmi Vrat is observed five days after Ganesh Chaturthi. According to the Hindu calendar, it begins on the Ashtami Tithi of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada and concludes on the Ashtami Tithi of the Krishna Paksha in Ashwin. The fast is observed for a total of 16 days.
This year, Mahalaxmi Vrat commenced on September 11, 2024, and will conclude on September 24, 2024. The vrat began on September 11 with the auspicious Ayushman and Preeti Yogas.
Mahalaxmi Vrat 2024 Puja Vidhi
On the day of Mahalaxmi Vrat, devotees should rise early, take a bath, and wear clean clothes. Prepare for the puja by placing a clean red or yellow cloth on a puja platform and installing a statue or image of Goddess Lakshmi. Light a ghee lamp, offer red flowers, rice, vermilion, and cosmetic items to the goddess. After offering the bhog, read the Mahalaxmi Vrat Katha and conclude the puja with an aarti.
Mahalaxmi Vrat Katha
"Once upon a time, a poor Brahmin woman lived in a village. She was a devout worshipper of Lord Vishnu. Pleased with her devotion, Lord Vishnu appeared before her and asked her to seek a boon. The Brahmin woman expressed her desire for Goddess Lakshmi to reside in her house, as she was very poor.
Lord Vishnu advised her to invite a woman who came to a nearby temple to make cow dung cakes. This woman, he revealed, was none other than Goddess Lakshmi herself. Following his instructions, the Brahmin woman invited the lady to her home. The lady instructed her to worship Maa Lakshmi for 16 days. The Brahmin woman observed the Mahalaxmi Vrat for 16 days, after which the goddess graced her home with her presence, bringing prosperity and wealth."
Since then, the tradition of observing the 16-day Mahalaxmi Vrat began. It is believed that those who observe this vrat for 16 days receive the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi, who bestows them with happiness and prosperity.
Rules For Observing Mahalaxmi Vrat 2024
Mahalaxmi Vrat is observed for 16 consecutive days. While it is not a Nirjala Vrat, eating grains is prohibited. Devotees may consume fruits during the fast. On the 16th day, the vrat is concluded with an Udyapan ceremony. If one cannot observe the fast for the full 16 days, they can choose to fast for the first three or last three days.
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