Varalakshmi Vrat
Kannada
Varalakshmi Vrat
About Varalakshmi Vrat
Varalakshmi Vrat is observed on the Friday before the full moon day in the month of Shravan (July-August). It is dedicated to Goddess Varalakshmi, a form of Goddess Lakshmi.
Women observe fasting and perform special pujas to seek the blessings of Goddess Varalakshmi for prosperity, wealth, and the well-being of their families.
In Karnataka, the festival is celebrated with traditional rituals, devotional singing, and community gatherings.
Vrat Vidhi & Fasting Rules
Women observe fasting and perform special Lakshmi worship.
- Wake up before dawn and take a ritual bath.
- Observe fasting throughout the day.
- Perform special pujas to Goddess Varalakshmi.
- Break the fast after the evening puja.
Parana (Breaking Fast) Note: The fast is broken after the evening puja with a festive meal.
Puja Samagri & Ritual Steps
- Set up the Varalakshmi altar with flowers and decorations.
- Offer prayers to Goddess Varalakshmi for prosperity.
- Chant mantras and perform aarti.
- Distribute prasad to devotees.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
It is dedicated to Goddess Varalakshmi, seeking her blessings for prosperity, wealth, and the well-being of families.
Note: All timings are represented in 24-hour notation in local time of the selected location with DST adjustment (if applicable).
Hours which are past midnight are suffixed with next day date. In Panchang, a day starts and ends with local sunrise.
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