Karagre Vasate Lakshmi, Karamadhye Saraswati, Karamoole Stito Lakshmi Prabhate
Karadarshanam
"कराग्रे वसते लक्ष्मी, करमध्ये सरस्वती, करमूले िस्थतो लक्ष्मी, प्रभाते करदशर्नम्।"
Meaning : prayer that is often recited in the morning, especially while performing the ritual of "Karadarshan" or
viewing one's hands upon waking up. This mantra is a prayer that invokes the blessings of the goddesses
Lakshmi (wealth) and Saraswati (knowledge) by recognizing their presence in the hands. It states that Lakshmi
resides at the tips of the fingers, Saraswati in the middle of the palm, and Lakshmi again at the base of the palm.
The mantra encourages us to start each day with the awareness that our actions are guided by both prosperity
and wisdom. It is often recited in the morning as a way to seek blessings for a fruitful and enlightened day.
Samudrathanaya Devi, Parvata Stana Mandale, Vishnu Patni Namastubhyam, Pada
Sparsham Kshamasva Me.
समुद्रतानया देवी, पवर्तस्तानमंडले,
िवष्णुपित्न नमस्तुभ्य,ं पादस्पशर्ं क्षमस्व मे।
Meaning : This mantra is often recited before stepping down from the bed in the morning, as a way to seek the blessings of Goddess
Lakshmi, who is considered the source of prosperity, and to invoke her grace for a positive start to the [Link] act of reciting this
mantra while preparing to get off the bed symbolizes a respectful acknowledgment of the goddess's presence and a plea for her
forgiveness and blessings as one begins the day. It’s also a way to express gratitude and invoke auspiciousness as you step into the
world for the day’s activities. So, reciting this mantra before stepping down from the bed is a practice that brings both spiritual and
material well-being.
Gange Cha Yamune Chaiva Godavari Sarasvati, Narmade Sindhu Kaveri, Jalesmin
Sannidhim Kuru.
गंगे च यमुनें चैव गोदावरी सरस्वित,
नमर्दे िसं धु कावेरी, जलेिष्मन्सिन्निधं कुरु।
Meaning : This mantra is often recited before taking a bath, and it is a prayer to the sacred rivers of India. It
invokes the divine presence of these rivers to purify the body and mind. The rivers mentioned in the mantra—
Ganga, Yamuna, Godavari, Sarasvati, Narmada, Sindhu (Indus), and Kaveri—are considered highly sacred in Hindu
tradition, and bathing in them is believed to cleanse one's sins and purify one's soul.
Apadamaapahartaram Dattatreya Sarvasampadham, Lokabhiraamam Sri Ramam
Bhoyo Bhoyo Namamyaham
अपदामापहातार्रं दत्तात्रेय सवर्संपदाम्,
लोकिभरामं श्रीरामं भोयो भोयो नमाम्यहम्।
This mantra is a combination of invoking the protective power of Lord Dattatreya and the divine blessings of
Lord Rama. It is recited for safety, removal of misfortune, spiritual growth, and the attainment of both material
and spiritual well-being. It signifies devotion and reverence for both deities, seeking their ongoing guidance and
protection.
Annapurne Sada Purne Shankarprana Vallabhe, Jnana Vairagya Siddhyartham
Bhiksham Dehi Cha Parvati
अन्नपूणेर् सदा पूणेर् शंकरप्राणवल्लभे,
ज्ञानवैराग्यिसद्ध्यथर्ं िभक्षां देिह च पावर्ती।
Meaning : This mantra is a request for Goddess Annapurna to grant both physical food and spiritual wisdom,
along with the strength to detach from material desires. It signifies a balanced approach to life, where one seeks
not only sustenance for the body but also enlightenment for the soul. By invoking her blessings, the devotee
seeks spiritual progress through knowledge and renunciation, along with material prosperity and security.
Ramam Skandam Hanumantham, Vainateyam Vrikodharam, Kshyankale
Patenityam, Dushvapnam Thasya Nasyathe
रामं स्कन्दं हनुमन्तं, वैनतेयं वृकोधरं,
क्षयांके पतेिनत्यं, दुःस्वप्नं तस्य नश्यते।
This mantra is a powerful prayer that invokes the blessings of several divine figures—Lord Rama, Lord Skanda
(Kartikeya), Lord Hanuman, Lord Garuda (Vainateya), and Lord Bhairava (Vrikodara). This mantra serves as a powerful
shield, invoking a group of divine beings associated with strength, protection, and spiritual purity. It is recited to
safeguard the devotee from dangers, obstacles, untimely death, and disturbing dreams. It helps cultivate
spiritual resilience and provides divine support during challenging times.