Celebrate the most auspicious Friday of the year by invoking all eight forms of Goddess Lakshmi for complete abundance.

Vara Lakshmi Vratham is the day the Goddess is most eager to grant blessings to families. We aren't just praying for money; this ritual invokes all eight of her forms to bring you health, courage, knowledge, happy children, and lasting success.

Timings

August 21, 2026

08:00 PM IST | 10:30 AM EDT | 07:30 AM PDT | 04:30 PM CEST | 03:30 PM BST

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How it Works

A beautifully decorated Kalasam (sacred pot) is established, and offerings of silk, turmeric, and special herbs are made into the fire. The energy of this specific day is incredibly festive, warm, and deeply maternal.

Benefits

• Brings complete, 360-degree prosperity.
• It ensures that the wealth you earn brings peace rather than stress.
• Strongly protects the well-being and happiness of the women in your family.

Family Sankalpa (2 Members) - Extend the blessings. Include your loved one in the sacred intention (Sankalpa) for this ritual.

Family Sankalpa (4 Members) - Extend the blessings. Include up to four of your loved ones in the sacred intention (Sankalpa) for this ritual.

Temple Donation - Support the upkeep of sacred spaces. A heartfelt financial contribution will be made to local temples on your behalf.

Vastra Dhaan (Clothing Donation) - Venus, the planet connected to Goddess Lakshmi, governs clothing and comfort. Honor this energy by providing new clothing to individuals in need on your behalf.

Anna Dhaan (Food Donation) - Offering food is celebrated in the scriptures as one of the highest virtues. A nourishing meal will be provided to residents of an orphanage or elder care home in your name.

108 Kumkum Archana to Ashta Lakshmi - 08 sacred names of the Goddess will be chanted with Kumkum offerings to invoke ultimate female empowerment, household peace, and all eight types of wealth.

100,0008 Ashta Lakshmi Mantra Chanting - 100,008 specialized mantras dedicated to the eight forms of Lakshmi will be chanted on your behalf for 360-degree success, harmony, and total life fulfillment.