Om Shreem Mahalakshmyai Namah — Meaning and How to Chant
This is a short, popular mantra of Maa Mahalakshmi. 'Shreem' is traditionally considered Lakshmi's seed syllable. Devotees chant it on Diwali, Fridays and Sharad Purnima. In tradition, Lakshmi is honoured not only as the goddess of wealth but also of auspiciousness, beauty and harmony at home.
Om shreem mahalakshmyai namah ||
Meaning
Mantra
Om shreem mahalakshmyai namah ||
Om, Shreem — I bow to the great goddess Mahalakshmi.
Meanings written in simple language by the KathaMantra team.
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Frequently asked questions
How many times should I chant this mantra?
108 times (one mala) daily is most common. Traditionally a lotus-seed or crystal mala is considered auspicious for Lakshmi japa.
When should the Lakshmi mantra be chanted?
On Fridays, Diwali night, Sharad Purnima, and in the morning or evening after lighting a lamp. Tradition holds that a clean home welcomes Lakshmi.
What does 'Shreem' mean?
'Shreem' is Lakshmi's seed (bija) syllable. The word 'Shri' means grace, auspiciousness and abundance — that is why Lakshmi is also called 'Shri'.