Varalakshmi, Varalakṣmī, Vara-lakshmi: 1 definition
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Varalakshmi means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.
The Sanskrit term Varalakṣmī can be transliterated into English as Varalaksmi or Varalakshmi, using the IAST transliteration scheme (?).
In Hinduism
Pancaratra (worship of Nārāyaṇa)
Source: Wisdom Library: PāñcarātraVaralakṣmī (वरलक्ष्मी, “Generous Lakṣmī”):—One of the forms of Lakṣmī, meaning “The lady who bestows Beautiful Boons”.
Pancaratra (पाञ्चरात्र, pāñcarātra) represents a tradition of Hinduism where Narayana is revered and worshipped. Closeley related to Vaishnavism, the Pancaratra literature includes various Agamas and tantras incorporating many Vaishnava philosophies.
See also (Relevant definitions)
Partial matches: Lakshmi, Vara.
Starts with: Varalakshmi Vratham, Varalakshmikatha, Varalakshmimahatmya, Varalakshmipuja, Varalakshmivrata, Varalakshmivratakalpa, Varalakshmivratakatha.
Full-text: Varalakshmikatha, Varalakshmivrata, Varalakshmimahatmya, Varalakshmipuja, Varalakshmivratakalpa, Varalakshmivratakatha, Varalakshmi Vratham, Varalatcumiviratam.
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