Lakshmi Ashtakam
Eight verses by Yadupatyacharya invoking Goddess Lakshmi — the Venus-linked deity of wealth and prosperity in Vedic astrology. Recited on Fridays and Diwali for financial stability and divine grace.
Chaupai 1
यस्याः कटाक्षमात्रेण ब्रह्मरुद्रेन्द्रपूर्वकाः। सुराः स्वीयपदान्यापुः सा लक्ष्मीर्मे प्रसीदतु॥
Yasyah kataakshamatreNa brahmarudrendrapurvakah. Surah sviyapadanyapuh sa lakshmirme prasidatu.
By whose sidelong glance Brahma, Rudra, Indra, and all gods attained their positions — may that Lakshmi be pleased with me.
Chaupai 2
याऽनादिकालतो मुक्ता सर्वदोषविवर्जिता। अनाद्यनुग्रहाद्विष्णोः सा लक्ष्मी प्रसीदतु॥
Ya-anadikaalato mukta sarvadoshavivariyita. Anadyanugrahad-vishnoh sa lakshmi prasidatu.
Free from eternity, devoid of all faults, by Vishnu's eternal grace — may that Lakshmi be pleased.
Chaupai 3
देशतः कालतश्चैव समव्याप्ता च तेन या। तथाऽप्यनुगुणा विष्णोः सा लक्ष्मीर्मे प्रसीदतु॥
Deshatah kalatashchaiva samavyapta cha tena ya. Tathapyanuguna vishnoh sa lakshmirme prasidatu.
She who pervades all places and times, yet remains devoted to Vishnu — may that Lakshmi be pleased with me.
Chaupai 4
ब्रह्मादिभ्योऽधिकं पात्रं केशवानुग्रहस्य या। जननी सर्वलोकानां सा लक्ष्मीर्मे प्रसीदतु॥
Brahmadibhyo-adhikam patram keshavanugrahasya ya. Janani sarvalokanam sa lakshmirme prasidatu.
More worthy than Brahma and others to receive Keshava's grace, mother of all worlds — may Lakshmi be pleased with me.
Chaupai 5
विश्वोत्पत्तिस्थितिलया यस्या मन्दकटाक्षतः। भवन्ति वल्लभा विष्णोः सा लक्ष्मीर्मे प्रसीदतु॥
Vishvotpattisthitilaya yasya mandakatakshatah. Bhavanti vallabha vishnoh sa lakshmirme prasidatu.
By whose gentle glance arise creation, preservation, and dissolution — making Vishnu beloved — may Lakshmi be pleased.
Chaupai 6
यदुपासनया नित्यं भक्तिज्ञानादिकान् गुणान्। समाप्नुवन्ति मुनयः सा लक्ष्मीर्मे प्रसीदतु॥
Yadupasanaya nityam bhaktijnanadikan gunan. Samapnuvanti munayah sa lakshmirme prasidatu.
By worshipping whom sages daily attain devotion, wisdom, and virtues — may that Lakshmi be pleased with me.
Chaupai 7
अनालोच्यापि यज्ज्ञानमीशादन्यत्र सर्वदा। समस्तवस्तुविषयं सा लक्ष्मीर्मे प्रसीदतु॥
Analochyapi yajjnanamishadanyatra sarvada. Samastavastuvishayam sa lakshmirme prasidatu.
Whose knowledge encompasses all things without deliberation, beyond the Lord Himself — may Lakshmi be pleased.
Chaupai 8
अभीष्टदाने भक्तानां कल्पवृक्षायिता तु या। सा लक्ष्मीर्मे ददात्विष्टं ऋजुसङ्घसमर्चिता॥
Abhishtadane bhaktanam kalpavrikshayita tu ya. Sa lakshmirme dadatvishtam rijusanghasamarchita.
Who grants devotees' desired boons like a wish-fulfilling tree, worshipped by the righteous — may Lakshmi grant my wishes.
About Lakshmi Ashtakam
Lakshmi Ashtakam is one of the most revered devotional hymns in the Hindu tradition, dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi. Recited by millions of devotees, it invokes divine grace, mental steadiness, and protection from negative influences.
- Planetary Remedy for Venus (Shukra): In Vedic astrology, this hymn is widely recommended during Venus (Shukra) Mahadasha, Antardasha, or challenging transits to harmonize planetary energy and reduce karmic pressure.
Benefits of Recitation
- Attracts wealth, prosperity, and financial stability
- Strengthens Venus (Shukra) during Mahadasha or weak placements
- Grants devotion, wisdom, and desired boons per phalashruti
- Traditionally recited on Fridays, Diwali, and Dhanteras
Best Time and Method
Recite on Friday after cleaning the altar. Offer lotus flowers, kumkum, and sweets. Light a ghee lamp before Lakshmi's image. Best during Shukra hora on Friday evening. Pair with Sri Suktam for deeper Venus remedies.
Astrological Significance
Regular recitation aligns the mind with dharmic discipline — the foundation of all Vedic remedies. Pair this practice with honest conduct, seva (selfless service), and consistency rather than fear-based ritual alone.