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Sharad Purnima — Kojagari Lakshmi Puja and Kheer Tradition

Celebrate Sharad Purnima with Kojagari Lakshmi Puja and traditional kheer

By Sanatan Hindu2 min readUpdated 11 August 2026Audio available
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Sharad Purnima — Kojagari Lakshmi Puja and Kheer Tradition

यह लेख अभी अंग्रेज़ी में उपलब्ध है। हिंदी अनुवाद के लिए नीचे बटन दबाएँ।

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Introduction

Sharad Purnima, also known as Kojagari Purnima, is a significant festival in Hinduism, celebrating the full moon night in the month of Ashvin. It is dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity. The festival is observed on the full moon night, which usually falls in September or October. On this day, devotees worship Goddess Lakshmi and prepare traditional kheer, a sweet dish made from milk, rice, and sugar. The festival is also associated with the harvest season, and farmers express their gratitude to the goddess for a bountiful harvest. In this article, we will delve into the significance, preparation, and rituals associated with Sharad Purnima and Kojagari Lakshmi Puja.

Significance

Sharad Purnima is significant because it marks the beginning of the harvest season, and farmers seek the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi for a prosperous year. The festival is also associated with the fulfillment of desires, and devotees worship the goddess to seek her blessings for wealth, prosperity, and happiness. The traditional kheer prepared on this day is a symbol of the abundance and prosperity bestowed by the goddess.

Best Time to Perform

The best time to perform Kojagari Lakshmi Puja is during the full moon night, which usually falls in September or October. The puja should be performed during the pradosh kaal, which is the time period between sunset and moonrise.

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Required Samagri (Materials)

✦Goddess Lakshmi idol or picture
✦Kheer ingredients (milk, rice, sugar, cardamom, and nuts)
✦Flowers (especially lotus and marigold)
✦Incense sticks
✦Diya or lamp
✦Prasad items (fruits, sweets, and coins)

Preparation Steps

  1. 1Clean and decorate the puja area with flowers and rangoli
  2. 2Prepare the kheer according to traditional recipes
  3. 3Arrange the puja samagri and prasad items
  4. 4Take a bath and wear clean clothes before performing the puja

Step-by-Step Vidhi

  1. 1Begin the puja by invoking Goddess Lakshmi and seeking her blessings
  2. 2Offer flowers, incense sticks, and diya to the goddess
  3. 3Recite the Lakshmi Stuti and other relevant mantras
  4. 4Offer kheer and other prasad items to the goddess
  5. 5Perform aarti and distribute prasad among family members and friends

Mantras

Lakshmi Stuti

श्रीं ह्रीं श्रीं कमलास्ये विद्महे विष्णु वल्लभायै च विद्महे तन्नो लक्ष्मी प्रचोदयात्

Shrim Hrim Shrim Kamalasye Vidmahe Vishnu Vallabhayai Cha Vidmahe Tanno Lakshmi Prachodayat

Meaning: We meditate on the goddess Lakshmi, who is the consort of Lord Vishnu and the embodiment of wealth and prosperity. May she inspire and guide us.

Kojagari Lakshmi Puja Mantra

मां लक्ष्मी देवी प्रसीद प्रसीद वरदे कामरूपिणी स्वाहा

Mam Lakshmi Devi Prasid Prasid Varade Kamrupini Svaha

Meaning: We invoke Goddess Lakshmi, who is the granter of boons and the fulfiller of desires. May she bless us with wealth, prosperity, and happiness.

Do's

  • ✓Perform the Kojagari Lakshmi Puja with devotion and sincerity
  • ✓Offer kheer and other prasad items to the goddess
  • ✓Distribute prasad among family members and friends
  • ✓Seek the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi for wealth, prosperity, and happiness

Don'ts

  • ✗Avoid performing the puja during the wrong time or with improper rituals
  • ✗Do not offer non-vegetarian food or alcohol to the goddess
  • ✗Avoid arguing or fighting with family members and friends on this day

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • •Performing the puja without proper preparation and rituals
  • •Offering non-vegetarian food or alcohol to the goddess
  • •Not distributing prasad among family members and friends

Regional Variations

  • •In some regions, devotees perform the Kojagari Lakshmi Puja during the day, while in other regions, it is performed at night
  • •Some devotees offer different types of prasad items, such as fruits, sweets, and coins, to the goddess
  • •In some regions, the festival is celebrated with traditional dances, music, and other cultural events

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of Kojagari Lakshmi Puja?▾
Kojagari Lakshmi Puja is significant because it marks the beginning of the harvest season, and farmers seek the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi for a prosperous year.
What is the best time to perform Kojagari Lakshmi Puja?▾
The best time to perform Kojagari Lakshmi Puja is during the full moon night, which usually falls in September or October.

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निःशुल्क कुंडलीअपनी जन्म कुंडली बनाएँगुण मिलानविवाह हेतु कुंडली मिलानआज का राशिफलसभी राशियों का दैनिक राशिफलशुभ मुहूर्तशुभ समय जानेंहिंदू कैलेंडरपंचांग, तिथि एवं त्योहारशुभकामना मेकरत्योहार शुभकामना चित्र बनाएँअनुष्ठान मार्गदर्शिकापूजा, व्रत एवं त्योहार मार्गदर्शनपवित्र मंदिरदर्शन, समय एवं इतिहास

References & Traditional Notes

  • •The festival is mentioned in the Puranas and other ancient Hindu scriptures
  • •The traditional kheer recipe is passed down through generations and is considered a sacred offering to Goddess Lakshmi

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