In Hindu tradition, Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, prosperity, and fortune, is often depicted in various forms. While there are numerous manifestations and variations in regional traditions, here are some commonly recognized names or forms of Goddess Lakshmi:
- Adi Lakshmi
- Dhanya Lakshmi
- Dhairya Lakshmi
- Gaja Lakshmi
- Santana Lakshmi
- Veera Lakshmi
- Vijaya Lakshmi
- Vidya Lakshmi
- Aishwarya Lakshmi
- Santhana Lakshmi
- Dhanalakshmi
- Dhana Lakshmi
- Gaja Lakshmi
- Jaya Lakshmi
- Vijaya Lakshmi
- Bhoga Lakshmi
- Santhana Lakshmi
- Maha Lakshmi
- Sowbhagya Lakshmi
- Vara Lakshmi
- Veera Lakshmi
- Vijaya Lakshmi
- Dhaanya Lakshmi
- Sowmya Lakshmi
- Vaibhava Lakshmi
- Vara Lakshmi
- Vidya Lakshmi
- Dhaana Lakshmi
- Aaradhya Lakshmi
- Moksha Lakshmi
- Gaja Lakshmi
- Veera Lakshmi
- Adi Lakshmi
- Harshha Lakshmi
- Nitya Lakshmi
- Vaibhava Lakshmi
- Parama Lakshmi
- Aarogya Lakshmi
- Prasanna Lakshmi
- Rajya Lakshmi
- Saubhagya Lakshmi
- Santana Lakshmi
- Shanti Lakshmi
- Shubha Lakshmi
- Siddhi Lakshmi
- Vijaya Lakshmi
- Vara Lakshmi
- Bhoga Lakshmi
- Vidya Lakshmi
- Aishwarya Lakshmi
- Amruta Lakshmi
- Harsha Lakshmi
- Harshini Lakshmi
- Hamsa Lakshmi
- Mahalakshmi
- Mahendra Lakshmi
- Maheshwari Lakshmi
- Maya Lakshmi
- Moksha Lakshmi
- Nitya Lakshmi
- Parvati Lakshmi
- Prabhava Lakshmi
- Prasada Lakshmi
- Prasanna Lakshmi
These forms symbolize various aspects of wealth, fortune,
and prosperity, both material and spiritual, reflecting the multifaceted nature
of abundance and auspiciousness associated with Goddess Lakshmi.
It is commonly held that reciting the 64 names on Thursdays
can lead to the attainment of peace and prosperity. This practice is believed
to aid in fulfilling desires and resolving financial difficulties, including
overcoming debts. Certain individuals have reported experiencing success in
lotteries and games following the chanting of these names. To conduct the
chanting, one should sit facing northeast and attire themselves in yellow
clothing. It is recommended to visualize Goddess Lakshmi mentally before reciting
the names, which should be repeated at least three times or in multiples
thereof.