Om Jai Lakshmi Mata Aarti
ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता आरती
Origin & Story
Hindu devotional folk tradition · Unknown (folk composition) · Medieval period
The Lakshmi Aarti 'Om Jai Lakshmi Mata' is a beloved folk hymn that has been sung in Hindu homes for centuries, particularly during Diwali — the festival of lights dedicated to Lakshmi. The aarti draws from the Puranic story of Samudra Manthan (Churning of the Ocean), where Lakshmi emerged as the most beautiful of the fourteen treasures. She chose Lord Vishnu as her consort, and since then, wherever Vishnu is worshipped, Lakshmi is honored alongside him. The aarti's simple, heartfelt language has made it accessible to every Hindu household, from the humblest village home to the grandest temple.
✦ As told in scripture
The most widely celebrated miracle associated with this aarti occurs every Diwali night. Hindu tradition holds that Goddess Lakshmi herself walks the earth on Diwali, visiting homes that are clean, well-lit, and filled with devotion. Families who sing this aarti with sincere hearts report that the coming year brings unexpected prosperity — debts are cleared, businesses flourish, and financial worries dissolve. The aarti's promise that 'in whichever home you reside, all virtues enter and everything becomes possible' is considered not merely poetic but literally true by millions of families who have experienced its transformative power generation after generation.
Complete Text with Meaning
ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता, मैया जय लक्ष्मी माता। तुमको निशदिन सेवत, हरि विष्णु विधाता॥ ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता॥
Om Jai Lakshmi Mata, Maiya Jai Lakshmi Mata Tumko Nishdin Sevat, Hari Vishnu Vidhata Om Jai Lakshmi Mata
Meaning:Om, glory to Mother Lakshmi! Beloved Mother, glory to Mother Lakshmi! Lord Hari Vishnu, the Creator, serves you night and day. Om, glory to Mother Lakshmi!
उमा रमा ब्रह्माणी, तुम ही जग माता। सूर्य चन्द्रमा ध्यावत, नारद ऋषि गाता॥ ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता॥
Uma Rama Brahmani, Tum Hi Jag Mata Surya Chandrama Dhyavat, Narad Rishi Gata Om Jai Lakshmi Mata
Meaning:You are Uma (Parvati), you are Rama (Lakshmi), you are Brahmani (Saraswati) — you alone are the Mother of the universe. The Sun and Moon meditate upon you, and Sage Narada sings your praises. Om, glory to Mother Lakshmi!
दुर्गा रूप निरंजनी, सुख सम्पत्ति दाता। जो कोई तुमको ध्यावत, ऋद्धि सिद्धि धन पाता॥ ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता॥
Durga Roop Niranjani, Sukh Sampatti Data Jo Koi Tumko Dhyavat, Riddhi Siddhi Dhan Pata Om Jai Lakshmi Mata
Meaning:You are the pure, untainted form of Durga, the giver of happiness and prosperity. Whoever meditates upon you attains prosperity, spiritual powers, and wealth. Om, glory to Mother Lakshmi!
तुम पाताल निवासिनी, तुम ही शुभदाता। कर्म प्रभाव प्रकाशिनी, भवनिधि की त्राता॥ ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता॥
Tum Patal Nivasini, Tum Hi Shubh Data Karma Prabhav Prakashini, Bhav Nidhi Ki Trata Om Jai Lakshmi Mata
Meaning:You dwell even in the netherworld, you are the bestower of all good. You illuminate the effects of karma, and you are the protector from the ocean of worldly existence. Om, glory to Mother Lakshmi!
जिस घर में तुम रहतीं, सब सद्गुण आता। सब सम्भव हो जाता, मन नहीं घबराता॥ ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता॥
Jis Ghar Mein Tum Rehti, Sab Sadgun Aata Sab Sambhav Ho Jata, Man Nahin Ghabrata Om Jai Lakshmi Mata
Meaning:In whichever home you reside, all noble virtues enter. Everything becomes possible, and the mind knows no fear. Om, glory to Mother Lakshmi!
तुम बिन यज्ञ न होते, वस्त्र न कोई पाता। खान पान का वैभव, सब तुमसे आता॥ ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता॥
Tum Bin Yagya Na Hote, Vastra Na Koi Pata Khan Pan Ka Vaibhav, Sab Tumse Aata Om Jai Lakshmi Mata
Meaning:Without you, no sacred rituals can take place, and no one can obtain clothing. All the splendor of food and drink comes from you alone. Om, glory to Mother Lakshmi!
शुभ गुण मन्दिर सुन्दर, क्षीरोदधि जाता। रत्न चतुर्दश तुम बिन, कोई नहीं पाता॥ ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता॥
Shubh Gun Mandir Sundar, Kshirodadhi Jata Ratna Chaturdash Tum Bin, Koi Nahin Pata Om Jai Lakshmi Mata
Meaning:You are the beautiful temple of auspicious virtues, born from the Ocean of Milk. Without you, no one can obtain the fourteen precious jewels. Om, glory to Mother Lakshmi!
महालक्ष्मीजी की आरती, जो कोई जन गाता। उर आनन्द समाता, पाप उतर जाता॥ ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता॥
Mahalakshmiji Ki Aarti, Jo Koi Jan Gata Ur Anand Samata, Paap Utar Jata Om Jai Lakshmi Mata
Meaning:Whoever sings this aarti of Mahalakshmi — their heart is filled with bliss, and all their sins are washed away. Om, glory to Mother Lakshmi!
Word-by-Word Meaning
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Benefits of Chanting Om Jai Lakshmi Mata Aarti
Invokes the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi for wealth and prosperity
Removes poverty and financial difficulties from the household
Brings noble virtues, peace, and harmony to the home
Sung during Diwali, it is said to invite Lakshmi's presence into the home for the entire year
Destroys sins and purifies the devotee's karma
Ensures success in business, career, and material endeavors
Creates an atmosphere of auspiciousness and abundance
How to Chant Om Jai Lakshmi Mata Aarti
Light a ghee diya on a clean plate. Place fresh flowers and rice grains before a Lakshmi image or idol. Sing the aarti while moving the lit plate in a clockwise circle before the deity. Ring a bell with the other hand. On Diwali night, this aarti is performed after the main Lakshmi Puja. After singing, share the aarti flame with all family members. It is traditional to keep the home clean and well-lit to welcome Lakshmi.