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Saraswati Mata, also known as Goddess Saraswati, is the Hindu goddess of knowledge, music, art, wisdom, and learning. She is a significant deity in the Hindu pantheon and is revered by students and scholars alike. Saraswati Mata is a part of the Tridevi, which includes Goddess Lakshmi (goddess of wealth and prosperity) and Goddess Parvati (goddess of power and motherhood).
Saraswati is typically depicted in a graceful form, dressed in white, which symbolizes purity and knowledge. She is shown seated on a lotus flower, symbolizing the blooming of knowledge and learning amidst the vast world. The Goddess is often associated with a white swan, her Vahana (mount), which represents purity and the power of discrimination. Goddess Saraswati has four arms, each of which carries a symbolic item. Her items include a Veena (a musical instrument) that symbolizes the arts, a mala (rosary) that represents meditation and spiritual knowledge, a water pot that symbolizes purity, and a book representing the Vedas, the ancient Hindu scriptures, which signifies her connection to knowledge and learning.
The celebration of Saraswati Puja, or Vasant Panchami, is dedicated to the goddess and takes place in the month of Magha (January/February) in the Hindu calendar. In 2024, Vasant Panchami is expected to be observed on February 14, while it was celebrated on January 25, in the year 2023. Schools, colleges, and educational institutions celebrate this day with students worshiping the goddess, praying for knowledge and success in exams. It is also a time when many children initiate their education or begin to learn music or the arts.
Devotees worship Saraswati Mata by singing the Saraswati Aarti, a song of praise and devotion, to seek her knowledge, wisdom, and guidance in their quest for learning and the attainment of their goals. Singing the Aarti is a significant part of this worship, as it is believed to invoke the Goddess's presence and blessings. Students, artists, musicians, and scholars alike turn to this ritual in the hope that through the recitation of the Aarti, they will be graced with success, creativity, and intellect.
ॐ जय सरस्वती माता, जय जय सरस्वती माता।
सद्गुण वैभव शालिनी, त्रिभुवन विख्याता॥
जय..... चंद्रवदनि पद्मासिनी, ध्रुति मंगलकारी।
सोहें शुभ हंस सवारी, अतुल तेजधारी ॥ जय.....
बाएं कर में वीणा, दाएं कर में माला।
शीश मुकुट मणी सोहें, गल मोतियन माला ॥ जय.....
देवी शरण जो आएं, उनका उद्धार किया।
पैठी मंथरा दासी, रावण संहार किया ॥ जय.....
विद्या ज्ञान प्रदायिनी, ज्ञान प्रकाश भरो।
मोह, अज्ञान, तिमिर का जग से नाश करो ॥ जय.....
धूप, दीप, फल, मेवा मां स्वीकार करो।
ज्ञानचक्षु दे माता, जग निस्तार करो ॥ जय.....
मां सरस्वती की आरती जो कोई जन गावें।
हितकारी, सुखकारी, ज्ञान भक्ती पावें ॥ जय.....
जय सरस्वती माता, जय जय सरस्वती माता।
सद्गुण वैभव शालिनी, त्रिभुवन विख्याता॥ जय…
Om Jai Saraswati Mata, Jai Jai Saraswati Mata,
Sadgun Vaibhav Shalini, Tribhuvan Vikhyata.
Jai... Chandravadani Padmasini, Dhriti Mangalakari,
Sohen Shubh Hans Savari, Atul Tejdhari. Jai...
Baayein kar mein Veena, Daayein kar mein Mala,
Sheesh Mukut Mani Sohen, Gal Motiyan Mala. Jai...
Devi Sharan Jo Aaye, Unka Uddhar Kiya,
Paithi Manthara Dasi, Raavan Sanhaar Kiya. Jai...
Vidya Gyaan Pradayini, Gyaan Prakash Bharo,
Moh, Agyaan, Timir Ka Jag Se Naash Karo. Jai...
Dhoop, Deep, Phal, Meva Maan Swikaar Karo,
Gyaanchakshu De Mata, Jag Nistaar Karo. Jai...
Ma Saraswati Ki Aarti Jo Koi Jan Gaave,
Hitkaari, Sukhkaari, Gyaan Bhakti Paave. Jai...
Jai Saraswati Mata, Jai Jai Saraswati Mata,
Sadgun Vaibhav Shalini, Tribhuvan Vikhyata. Jai...
जय सरस्वती माता,
मैया जय सरस्वती माता ।
सदगुण वैभव शालिनी,
त्रिभुवन विख्याता ॥
जय जय सरस्वती माता...॥
चन्द्रवदनि पद्मासिनि,
द्युति मंगलकारी ।
सोहे शुभ हंस सवारी,
अतुल तेजधारी ॥
जय जय सरस्वती माता...॥
बाएं कर में वीणा,
दाएं कर माला ।
शीश मुकुट मणि सोहे,
गल मोतियन माला ॥
जय जय सरस्वती माता...॥
देवी शरण जो आए,
उनका उद्धार किया ।
पैठी मंथरा दासी,
रावण संहार किया ॥
जय जय सरस्वती माता...॥
विद्या ज्ञान प्रदायिनि,
ज्ञान प्रकाश भरो ।
मोह अज्ञान और तिमिर का,
जग से नाश करो ॥
जय जय सरस्वती माता...॥
धूप दीप फल मेवा,
माँ स्वीकार करो ।
ज्ञानचक्षु दे माता,
जग निस्तार करो ॥
॥ जय सरस्वती माता...॥
माँ सरस्वती की आरती,
जो कोई जन गावे ।
हितकारी सुखकारी,
ज्ञान भक्ति पावे ॥
जय जय सरस्वती माता...॥
जय सरस्वती माता,
जय जय सरस्वती माता ।
सदगुण वैभव शालिनी,
त्रिभुवन विख्याता ॥
Jai Saraswati Mata,
Maiya Jai Saraswati Mata.
Sadgun Vaibhav Shalini,
Tribhuvan Vikhyata.
Jai Jai Saraswati Mata...
Chandravadani Padmasini,
Dyuti Mangalakari.
Sohe Shubh Hans Savari,
Atul Tejdhari.
Jai Jai Saraswati Mata...
Baayein Kar Mein Veena,
Daayein Kar Mala.
Sheesh Mukut Mani Sohe,
Gal Motiyan Mala.
Jai Jai Saraswati Mata...
Devi Sharan Jo Aaye,
Unka Uddhar Kiya.
Paithi Manthara Dasi,
Raavan Sanhaar Kiya.
Jai Jai Saraswati Mata...
Vidya Gyaan Pradayini,
Gyaan Prakash Bharo.
Moh, Agyaan Aur Timir Ka,
Jag Se Naash Karo.
Jai Jai Saraswati Mata...
Dhoop, Deep, Phal, Meva,
Maa Swikaar Karo.
Gyaanchakshu De Maa,
Jag Nistaar Karo.
Jai Saraswati Mata...
Maa Saraswati Ki Aarti,
Jo Koi Jan Gave.
Hitkaari, Sukhkaari,
Gyaan Bhakti Pave.
Jai Jai Saraswati Mata...
Jai Saraswati Mata,
Jai Jai Saraswati Mata.
Sadgun Vaibhav Shalini,
Tribhuvan Vikhyata.
Saraswati Puja has great significance in Hindu culture, particularly on the occasion of Vasant Panchami, which marks the beginning of spring and is celebrated with various customs and rites. Worshipping Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, music, art, speech, wisdom, and learning, is an essential aspect of this celebration.
The festival focuses on seeking the blessings of the Goddess as devotees, especially students, artists, and scholars, revere her for enhancing their intelligence, creativity, and academic achievements.
Basant Panchami, celebrated on the fifth day of Magha Maas, is believed to bring enlightenment and clarity of thought when prayers are offered to Saraswati for knowledge and wisdom. This day is known for rituals such as writing the first letters for children, indicating the significance of the day for starting education and creative pursuits.
Her significance in Saraswati Puja is amplified by her symbolism in representing creative energy and her role in contributing to the creation aspect of the universe. Thus, Saraswati Puja holds immense significance for Hindus as it focuses on the goddess of knowledge, wisdom, and the arts, serving as an opportunity to imbibe her blessings for an enlightened and successful life.
Saraswati Puja is performed to honor the goddess of knowledge, learning, music, art, wisdom, and nature. Here are the steps on how to perform Saraswati Puja:
Singing Saraswati Aarti has several benefits, some of which include:
Shiv Ji Ki Aarti | शिव आरती | Shri Shiv Chalisa | शिव चालीसा |
Parvati Chalisa | श्री पार्वती चालीसा | Ganesh Chalisa |
Ganesh Ji Ki Aarti | Ganesh Stotra |
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