Lakshmi Beej Mantra — Om Shreem Mahalakshmyai Namah
Maa Lakshmi is the goddess of wealth, prosperity and good fortune. 'Shreem' is her seed syllable. Chanting on Fridays is considered especially auspicious.
Om Shreem Mahalakshmyai Namah
Om Shreem Hreem Shreem kamale kamalalaye praseed praseed | Shreem Hreem Shreem Om Mahalakshmyai Namah ||
Meaning
Mantra
Om Shreem Mahalakshmyai Namah
'Shreem' is the seed syllable of Maa Lakshmi attracting prosperity and good fortune. 'Mahalakshmyai' is an address to Mahalakshmi.
Mantra
Om Shreem Hreem Shreem kamale kamalalaye praseed praseed | Shreem Hreem Shreem Om Mahalakshmyai Namah ||
O goddess seated on the lotus, as pure as a lotus — be pleased, be pleased. O Mahalakshmi, I bow to you.
Meanings written in simple language by the KathaMantra team.
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Frequently asked questions
When should the Lakshmi beej mantra be chanted?
Chanting 108 times on Fridays, on Diwali and during daily Lakshmi puja is considered auspicious.
What does Shreem mean?
'Shreem' is the seed syllable of Maa Lakshmi representing 'Shri' — meaning wealth, beauty and good fortune.
Which day is best for Lakshmi puja?
Friday is considered Maa Lakshmi's day. Fasting, puja and mantra chanting on this day is said to bring her special grace.