Vasant Panchami 2025: Here Are 5 Saraswati Mantras For You — Know Their Meaning In English

Saraswati Puja, being celebrated on February 2 in 2025, honours Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge. Specific mantras are chanted on this day.

Saraswati Puja symbolises new beginnings in education and the arts.

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Vasant Panchami 2025: Saraswati Puja, also known as Vasant Panchami, is a significant Hindu festival dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, music, arts, science, and technology. In 2025, Saraswati Puja will be celebrated on Sunday, February 2. Vasant Panchami marks the arrival of spring. On this day, devotees seek blessings of Goddess Saraswati for wisdom, knowledge, and creativity. The festival is especially significant for students, artists, and scholars, symbolising new beginnings in education and the arts. 

Auspicious Timings For Saraswati Puja  

The most auspicious time to perform the puja is during the Purvahna Kala (between sunrise and midday), according to Drikpanchang. 

• Panchami Tithi Begins: 9:14 AM on February 2, 2025
• Panchami Tithi Ends: 6:52 AM on February 3, 2025
• Saraswati Puja Muhurt: 7:09 AM to 12:35 PM on February 2, 2025

5 Saraswati Mantras To Chant

1.
सरस्वति महाभागे विद्ये कमललोचने।
विद्यारूपे विशालाक्षि विद्यां देहि नमोस्तुते॥
Saraswati Mahabhage Vidye Kamalalochane।
Vidyaroopay Vishalakshi Vidyam Dehi Namostute॥

Meaning:
This mantra is a heartfelt prayer to Goddess Saraswati, requesting her blessings for wisdom, intellect, and learning. It is especially beneficial for students, scholars, and seekers of knowledge.

2.
या कुन्देन्दुतुषारहारधवला या शुभ्रवस्त्रावृता।
या वीणावरदण्डमण्डितकरा या श्वेतपद्मासना॥
या ब्रह्माच्युतशंकरप्रभृतिभिर्देवैः सदा वन्दिता।
सा मां पातु सरस्वती भगवती निःशेषजाड्यापहा॥
[Ya Kundendu Tusharahara Dhavala Ya Shubhra Vastraavrita
Ya Veena Vara Danda Mandita Kara Ya Shveta Padmaasanaa
Ya Brahmaachyuta Shankara Prabhritibhir Devaih Sadaa Vanditaa
Saa Maam Paatu Saraswati Bhagavati Nihshesha Jaadyaapahaa]

Meaning:
She who is white like the jasmine flower, the moon, and the garland of snow,
She who is draped in pure white garments,
She whose hands are adorned with the veena and the boon-giving staff,
She who is seated on a white lotus,
She who is eternally worshipped by Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva,
May that Goddess Saraswati remove all my ignorance and inertia and bless me with wisdom.

3.
जय जय देवी, चराचर सारे
कुंचयुग शोभित मुक्तहारे
वीणा रंजित पुस्तक हस्ते
भगवती भारती देवी नमस्तुते
[Jaya Jaya Devi, Charachara Saare 
Kucha Yuga Shobhita Mukta Haare 
Beena Ranjita Pustaka Haste 
Bhagwati Bharati Devi Namastute]

Meaning:
Glory, glory to the Goddess who pervades the entire universe,
Adorned with delicate hands and a shining pearl garland,
Holding a veena and a sacred book in her hands,
O Divine Mother Bharati, I bow to you!

4.
नित्यानन्दे निराधारे निष्कलायै नमो नमः ।
विद्याधरे विशालाक्षि शुद्धज्ञाने नमो नमः ||
[Nityanande Niradhare Nishkalayai Namo Namah
Vidyadhare Vishalakshi Shuddhajñane Namo Namah]

Meaning:
Salutations to the eternal blissful, foundationless, and formless Goddess. Salutations to the Goddess of knowledge, the wide-eyed one, and the embodiment of pure wisdom.

5.
सरस्वति नमस्तुभ्यं वरदे कामरूपिणि।
विद्यारम्भं करिष्यामि सिद्धिर्भवतु मे सदा॥
Saraswati Namastubhyam Varade Kamarupini।
Vidyarambham Karishyami Siddhir Bhavatu Me Sada॥

Meaning: 
O Mother Saraswati, who fulfils everyone's desires, I bow to you. I am beginning my pursuit of knowledge; may I always attain success in this endeavour.

Saraswati Puja Rituals And Celebrations

On Saraswati Puja, devotees place books and musical instruments near the idol of Goddess Saraswati while praying for her blessings. Yellow decorations and clothing are common, The festival is associated with the coloor yellow, which symbolises the brilliance of nature and the vibrancy of life.

In some parts of the country, families introduce young children to writing on this day, marking an important start in their educational journey. Schools and local groups often organise celebrations that include prayers and cultural activities.

In Punjab, Vasant Panchami coincides with the Kite Festival.

[Disclaimer: The content of this article is based solely on beliefs, and should be taken as general guidance.]