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Om Jai Lakshmi Mata Aarti Meaning — Line by Line

ॐ जय लक्ष्मी माता आरती

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Meaning — Line by Line

Every verse of Om Jai Lakshmi Mata Aarti with its English meaning. Tap any word to hear it, or ▶ to recite the verse.

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  1. Verse 1. Om Jai Lakshmi Mata, Maiya Jai Lakshmi Mata
  2. Verse 2. Uma Rama Brahmani, Tum Hi Jag Mata
  3. Verse 3. Durga Roop Niranjani, Sukh Sampatti Data
  4. Verse 4. Tum Patal Nivasini, Tum Hi Shubh Data
  5. Verse 5. Jis Ghar Mein Tum Rehti, Sab Sadgun Aata
  6. Verse 6. Tum Bin Yagya Na Hote, Vastra Na Koi Pata
  7. Verse 7. Shubh Gun Mandir Sundar, Kshirodadhi Jata
  8. Verse 8. Mahalakshmiji Ki Aarti, Jo Koi Jan Gata
Verse 1#

Om Jai Lakshmi Mata, Maiya Jai Lakshmi Mata

जय लक्ष्मी माता, मैया जय लक्ष्मी माता। तुमको निशदिन सेवत, हरि विष्णु विधाता॥ जय लक्ष्मी माता॥

Om Jai Lakshmi Mata, Maiya Jai Lakshmi Mata Tumko Nishdin Sevat, Hari Vishnu Vidhata Om Jai Lakshmi Mata

MeaningOm, 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!

Verse 2#

Uma Rama Brahmani, Tum Hi Jag Mata

उमा रमा ब्रह्माणी, तुम ही जग माता। सूर्य चन्द्रमा ध्यावत, नारद ऋषि गाता॥ जय लक्ष्मी माता॥

Uma Rama Brahmani, Tum Hi Jag Mata Surya Chandrama Dhyavat, Narad Rishi Gata Om Jai Lakshmi Mata

MeaningYou 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!

Verse 3#

Durga Roop Niranjani, Sukh Sampatti Data

दुर्गा रूप निरंजनी, सुख सम्पत्ति दाता। जो कोई तुमको ध्यावत, ऋद्धि सिद्धि धन पाता॥ जय लक्ष्मी माता॥

Durga Roop Niranjani, Sukh Sampatti Data Jo Koi Tumko Dhyavat, Riddhi Siddhi Dhan Pata Om Jai Lakshmi Mata

MeaningYou 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!

Verse 4#

Tum Patal Nivasini, Tum Hi Shubh Data

तुम पाताल निवासिनी, तुम ही शुभदाता। कर्म प्रभाव प्रकाशिनी, भवनिधि की त्राता॥ जय लक्ष्मी माता॥

Tum Patal Nivasini, Tum Hi Shubh Data Karma Prabhav Prakashini, Bhav Nidhi Ki Trata Om Jai Lakshmi Mata

MeaningYou 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!

Verse 5#

Jis Ghar Mein Tum Rehti, Sab Sadgun Aata

जिस घर में तुम रहतीं, सब सद्गुण आता। सब सम्भव हो जाता, मन नहीं घबराता॥ जय लक्ष्मी माता॥

Jis Ghar Mein Tum Rehti, Sab Sadgun Aata Sab Sambhav Ho Jata, Man Nahin Ghabrata Om Jai Lakshmi Mata

MeaningIn whichever home you reside, all noble virtues enter. Everything becomes possible, and the mind knows no fear. Om, glory to Mother Lakshmi!

Verse 6#

Tum Bin Yagya Na Hote, Vastra Na Koi Pata

तुम बिन यज्ञ होते, वस्त्र कोई पाता। खान पान का वैभव, सब तुमसे आता॥ जय लक्ष्मी माता॥

Tum Bin Yagya Na Hote, Vastra Na Koi Pata Khan Pan Ka Vaibhav, Sab Tumse Aata Om Jai Lakshmi Mata

MeaningWithout 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!

Verse 7#

Shubh Gun Mandir Sundar, Kshirodadhi Jata

शुभ गुण मन्दिर सुन्दर, क्षीरोदधि जाता। रत्न चतुर्दश तुम बिन, कोई नहीं पाता॥ जय लक्ष्मी माता॥

Shubh Gun Mandir Sundar, Kshirodadhi Jata Ratna Chaturdash Tum Bin, Koi Nahin Pata Om Jai Lakshmi Mata

MeaningYou 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!

Verse 8#

Mahalakshmiji Ki Aarti, Jo Koi Jan Gata

महालक्ष्मीजी की आरती, जो कोई जन गाता। उर आनन्द समाता, पाप उतर जाता॥ जय लक्ष्मी माता॥

Mahalakshmiji Ki Aarti, Jo Koi Jan Gata Ur Anand Samata, Paap Utar Jata Om Jai Lakshmi Mata

MeaningWhoever 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 Breakdown

लक्ष्मी
Lakshmi
Goddess of wealth, fortune, and prosperity
माता
Mata
Mother
मैया
Maiya
Beloved Mother (affectionate term)
निशदिन
Nishdin
Night and day, constantly
हरि विष्णु
Hari Vishnu
Lord Vishnu (Lakshmi's consort)
विधाता
Vidhata
Creator, the Supreme Lord
उमा
Uma
Goddess Parvati
रमा
Rama
Another name of Lakshmi (she who delights)
ब्रह्माणी
Brahmani
Consort of Brahma (Saraswati)
निरंजनी
Niranjani
The pure, untainted one
ऋद्धि सिद्धि
Riddhi Siddhi
Prosperity and spiritual powers
पाताल निवासिनी
Patal Nivasini
Dweller in the netherworld (omnipresent)
शुभदाता
Shubhdata
Bestower of auspiciousness
भवनिधि
Bhavnidhi
Ocean of worldly existence
त्राता
Trata
Protector, savior
सद्गुण
Sadgun
Good virtues, noble qualities
यज्ञ
Yagya
Sacred fire ritual, sacrifice
वैभव
Vaibhav
Splendor, magnificence
क्षीरोदधि
Kshirodadhi
Ocean of milk (where Lakshmi emerged)
रत्न चतुर्दश
Ratna Chaturdash
Fourteen jewels (from Samudra Manthan)
महालक्ष्मी
Mahalakshmi
The great Lakshmi, supreme form

Origin & History

Source: Hindu devotional folk tradition

Author: Unknown (folk composition)

Period: 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the Lakshmi Aarti sung during Diwali?
The Lakshmi Aarti is the central devotional song of Diwali night. It is sung during and after the main Lakshmi Puja, which is performed in the evening. Families gather together to sing this aarti and invite Lakshmi's blessings for the coming year.
What is the connection between Lakshmi and the Ocean of Milk?
According to Hindu mythology, Goddess Lakshmi emerged from the Samudra Manthan (Churning of the Ocean of Milk) along with 14 precious jewels. The aarti references this by calling her the one from Kshirodadhi (Ocean of Milk) and noting that without her, no one can obtain the 14 jewels.
Why is the aarti verse about 'the home where you reside' so significant?
This verse (Jis Ghar Mein Tum Rehti) is perhaps the most beloved in the aarti. It promises that wherever Lakshmi dwells, all virtues enter, everything becomes possible, and fear vanishes. It is why Hindus perform this aarti regularly — to invite and retain Lakshmi's presence in their homes.
Can Lakshmi Aarti be sung on days other than Diwali?
Yes, it can and should be sung regularly. Friday is Lakshmi's special day, and performing her aarti every Friday evening is a common practice. It can also be included in the daily evening aarti at home.
Why does the aarti mention Uma and Brahmani along with Lakshmi?
The second verse identifies Lakshmi with Uma (Parvati) and Brahmani (Saraswati), establishing that the supreme Mother Goddess manifests as all three — wealth (Lakshmi), knowledge (Saraswati), and power (Parvati/Durga). This reflects the Shakti tradition of seeing all goddesses as one.

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