In the month of Chaitra, where Navratri is celebrated, the worship of Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, has also been given paramount importance during this period. This Lakshmi Panchami festival also has a special place in some important fasts and festivals celebrated at this time. While the Chaitra Navratri festival is being celebrated at this time, Lakshmi Panchami will also be worshiped on the fifth day of Shukla Paksha of Chaitra month. The worship of Goddess Lakshmi has special importance in the Hindu religion. According to the Hindu calendar, Lakshmi Panchami fast is observed every year on the fifth day of Shukla Paksha of Chaitra month. This year this fast will be observed on Panchami day in Chaitra month. This day is also known as Shri Panchami or Shri Vrat. This is because 'Shri' is the main name among the unique names of Maa Lakshmi.
Lakshmi Panchami 2023 Puja Muhurta:
According to the Hindu Panchang, on the fifth day of Chaitra Shukla Paksha, there is a special time for morning and night worship. By remembering and worshiping Lakshmi ji in Nishithkal worship at night, achievements and wealth come. On this day Ravi Yoga will be in the morning. A person gets special benefits by worshiping God during this period. The timing of Lakshmi Panchami becomes very important as it coincides with Navratri. On this day, by worshiping both the Lakshmi form and the motherly form of mother, the devotee can make his life full of splendor.
First of all, wake up early in the morning and take bath, meditate, and wear clean clothes. The idol of Mata Lakshmi should be installed by spreading a red cloth on a clean post. After this, first of all, worship Lord Ganesha and Ishta Devas and then worship Goddess Lakshmi. During worship, bathe the idol of Goddess Lakshmi with Panchamrit and offer fragrance, flowers, incense, lamp, fruit, sandalwood, supari, roli, and moli to her. Worship should be completed while reciting Lakshmi’s stotra and mantras during worship.
Lakshmi Panchami Puja Importance:
It has been told in the scriptures that on the day of Lakshmi Panchami, worshiping Goddess Lakshmi and observing a fast pleases Goddess Lakshmi and brings wealth and prosperity to the life of a seeker. The day of Lakshmi Panchami is considered very useful to overcome financial problems in life.