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Mantras·Traditionally recited for

Traditionally recited for abundance (samriddhi)समृद्धि

Traditionally recited in prayers for abundance and wellbeing.

Mantras are presented here as scripture and cultural practice, with their sources cited. Descriptions of what a mantra is traditionally recited for record tradition — they are not claims of any medical, psychological or material outcome, and nothing here is a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment.

StotraMantra

Kanakadhara Stotra — opening verse

Shankara's opening verse to Lakshmi, on the sidelong glance that rests on Vishnu.

Kanakadhara Stotra 1Lakshmi

StotraMantra

Mahalakshmi Ashtakam — opening verse

The opening verse of the Mahalakshmi Ashtakam, traditionally recited by Indra.

Mahalakshmi Ashtakam 1Lakshmi

VedicMantra

Shri Suktam — opening rik

The first verse of the Shri Suktam, asking Agni to summon Lakshmi — Shri Suktam 1.

Shri Suktam 1Lakshmi