Friday is considered an auspicious day dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, Goddess Kalika, and Shukracharya. The ruling planet of this day is Venus (Shukra). Observing a Friday fast and worshipping Goddess Lakshmi is believed to bring wealth, prosperity, and relief from financial troubles.
Here are the three special offerings that are said to please Goddess Lakshmi when offered on Fridays:
1. Lotus Flower
Lotus is one of Goddess Lakshmi’s most beloved flowers. Visit a Lakshmi temple and offer a lotus during the ritual worship. You may also offer kewda flowers, yellow flowers, or even red roses, all of which are considered pleasing to the Goddess.
2. Saffron Rice and Sweets
Yellow saffron rice (kesari bhat) is traditionally offered to make the Goddess happy. You can also offer white or yellow sweets, which are believed to attract her blessings of wealth and abundance.
3. Coconut
Coconut, also known as Shrifal, symbolizes purity and is filled with the purest natural water. Being considered highly auspicious, it is one of Goddess Lakshmi’s favourite offerings.
Additionally, you may offer kheer, halwa, sugarcane, water chestnut, makhana, batasha, pomegranate, betel leaves, or amravalli (sacred creeper) to seek her blessings.
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