Lakshmi and the Law of Alignment: The Goddess of Abundance and the Subconscious Mind

Lakshmi and the Law of Alignment: How the Goddess of Wealth Teaches True Abundance 🌸

Lakshmi – the Hindu goddess of abundance, beauty, prosperity, and divine grace – has been revered for millennia as the radiant embodiment of wealth in all its forms (The Ultimate Law of Attraction & Manifestation Glossary | The Universe Unveiled). Yet to truly understand Lakshmi is to see beyond the gold coins and lotus flowers she carries; it is to recognize a divine principle of energetic alignment that bridges our subconscious mind and the manifest world. In this deep exploration, we’ll honor Lakshmi’s traditional role as the giver of fortune and also unveil her deeper essence: the alignment of thought, virtue, and vibration that allows abundance to bloom. From ancient Vedic hymns and Puranic legends to modern teachings of the Law of Attraction, we will discover how invoking Lakshmi is less about asking for material gain and more about embodying the energy of prosperity – aligning one’s heart and mind with the flow of abundance.

Prepare to journey through sacred scriptures (Rig Veda, Puranas, Upanishads), meet Lakshmi’s many incarnations (Sita, Rukmini, Alamelu and more), and see how her wisdom resonates with the likes of Abraham Hicks on alignment and vibration. By the end, you’ll see that Lakshmi dwells not just in temples or heavens, but within the subconscious layers of our being, waiting to flower into our reality when we align with her energy. Let’s step into her story and discover the Law of Alignment in the goddess of abundance.

Lakshmi in Sacred Scriptures: From Vedic Hymns to Upanishadic Wisdom

Lakshmi’s presence in Hindu thought dates back to the oldest scriptures. The Rig Veda – the most ancient Vedic text (c. 1500–1200 BCE) – contains one of the earliest references to Lakṣmī, not yet as a fully personified goddess, but as a concept of auspicious fortune. In a hymn, the word lakṣmī denotes “a sign of auspicious fortune”, as in “an auspicious fortune is attached to their words” (Lakshmi - Wikipedia). This suggests that even in early Vedic times, lakshmi referred to a quality of beneficence and luck that could dwell in noble speech and action. Over the centuries, this abstract notion of auspiciousness evolved into the luminous goddess Shri-Lakshmi, as the idea of Śrī (meaning wealth, radiance, prosperity) became personified. By the time of the later Vedic hymns like the Shri Sukta (a hymn in the Rig Veda’s Khilakas), Lakshmi appears fully as a goddess of abundance. In the Shri Sukta, sages invoke her with vivid imagery – as “golden-hued and shining like the moon, adorned with lotuses and gold” – beseeching the divine fire to “bring that Lakshmi to us” ( Soundarya Lahari – Shloka #15: Devoted Prayer to Shridevi Graces the Brilliant Poetic Power! | Rudraksha Yoga). These Sanskrit verses praise Lakshmi as the source of prosperity and ask for her blessings of wealth, cattle, and abundance.

It’s notable that Lakshmi’s very name reflects alignment with purpose: derived from the Sanskrit roots lakṣ (“to perceive, observe”) and lakṣya (“goal, aim”) (Lakshmi - Wikipedia), Lakshmi symbolizes knowing and focusing on one’s goal (Lakshmi - Wikipedia). This etymology hints that true prosperity isn’t random; it flows when one’s vision is clear and aligned – a theme we will see echoed in both scripture and modern teachings.

As Hindu philosophy developed, Lakshmi’s role expanded. The Atharva Veda (c. 1000 BCE) speaks of Lakshmis in plural – hundreds of fortunes born with every person, some virtuous and some not (Lakshmi - Wikipedia). Good fortunes (puṇya lakṣmī) are welcomed and invoked, while bad fortunes (pāpī lakṣmī) are banished (Lakshmi - Wikipedia). This reflects an early understanding that prosperity is tied to moral alignment – good character invites auspicious Lakshmi, whereas negative tendencies drive her away. By the time of the Shatapatha Brahmana (800–300 BCE), Lakshmi (as Sri) is firmly regarded as the goddess of fortune and the consort of Vishnu (Lakshmi - Wikipedia) (Lakshmi - Wikipedia). One legend from this text even describes Sri (Lakshmi) emerging from the cosmic creator’s meditation as a resplendent woman embodying all powers; the gods, enamored by her energy, realize that to possess Sri’s gifts, one must seek them righteously rather than seize by force (Lakshmi - Wikipedia) (Lakshmi - Wikipedia). In other words, Lakshmi’s boons come through grace, not aggression – an ancient nod to the art of allowing.

Perhaps the most famous myth of Lakshmi’s origin comes from the Puranas (circa first millennium CE). In the epic story of the Samudra Manthana (Churning of the Ocean), the gods (Devas) and demons (Asuras) churned the cosmic ocean of milk to obtain amṛta (nectar of immortality). As they churned with earnest effort, a host of divine treasures arose from the depths. “Along with them emerged the goddess Lakshmi,” radiant on a lotus, born of the ocean’s foam (Lakshmi - Wikipedia). In some versions, she is thus called the daughter of the sea god (Lakshmi - Wikipedia). According to the Vishnu Purana, when Lakshmi appeared, she instantly garlanded Lord Vishnu, choosing him as her eternal consort (Lakshmi - Wikipedia). By choosing the side of the gods and the path of dharma, Lakshmi made it clear that prosperity aligns itself with sustenance, virtue, and cosmic order. From that moment, “in all three worlds, the lotus-bearing goddess was celebrated” – a divine affirmation that when chaos is churned with perseverance and faith, the lakshya (aim) of divine abundance will manifest.

While the Puranas weave symbolic stories, the philosophical Upanishads articulate Lakshmi’s deeper meaning. The Saubhagyalakshmi Upanishad (a minor Upanishad attached to the Rig Veda) teaches that true wealth is not merely material. Presented as a dialogue with Goddess Lakshmi, this text declares that she “reserves her blessings for those who are free from material cravings” and withholds them from those who mindlessly chase desire (Saubhagyalakshmi Upanishad - Wikipedia). In its verses, Lakshmi guides devotees to seek inner prosperity through yoga and self-realization, rather than coveting outward riches (Saubhagyalakshmi Upanishad - Wikipedia). The Upanishad’s message is crystal: Lakshmi dwells where there is contentment, wisdom, and alignment with one’s higher self – not where there is greed or disharmony (Saubhagyalakshmi Upanishad - Wikipedia). This is an Upanishadic echo of a principle that modern manifestors know well: a mindset of gratitude and sufficiency attracts more abundance, whereas a mindset of lack repels it.

To summarize these scriptural insights: Lakshmi enters the scene of Hindu thought as the gentle power of auspicious fortune, grows into the beloved Goddess of Wealth by aligning with righteousness, and ultimately reveals herself as an inner principle of prosperity contingent on spiritual alignment. As a Vedic hymn might put it, “Where Lakshmi dwells, there is no lack” (The Ultimate Law of Attraction & Manifestation Glossary | The Universe Unveiled) – and conversely, when our hearts lack virtue or alignment, Lakshmi flies away. In the next sections, we’ll see how this principle plays out through Lakshmi’s many forms and what they teach us symbolically.

(Sanskrit reflection): One beautiful verse from the Devi Mahatmya praises this inner omnipresence of Lakshmi:

“या देवी सर्वभूतेषु लक्ष्मी-रूपेण संस्थिता | नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमस्तस्यै नमो नमः ||”
Transliteration: yā devī sarva-bhūteṣu lakṣmī-rūpeṇa saṁsthitā, namastasyai namastasyai namastasyai namo namaḥ – “To the Goddess who abides in all beings in the form of Lakshmi (prosperity), salutations to Her, again and again.” In other words, the energy of Lakshmi lives within every soul as the potential for abundance. It is up to us to honor and awaken that energy through alignment.

The Many Forms of Lakshmi: Avatars of Prosperity and Virtue

Lakshmi’s mythology is rich with avatars and aspects that illustrate how abundance manifests in different ways. In Hindu tradition, whenever Lord Vishnu (the Preserver) incarnates on earth, Lakshmi incarnates alongside him as his consort, reflecting the truth that divine sustenance (Vishnu) and divine abundance (Lakshmi) are inseparable (Lakshmi - Wikipedia). Each incarnation of Lakshmi carries a symbolic lesson about alignment, virtue, and prosperity. Here are some of her most revered forms and what they represent:

Sita: The Earthly Incarnation of Devotion and Virtue

In the epic Ramayana (Treta Yuga), Lakshmi is born as Sita, the devoted wife of Lord Rama (Vishnu’s avatar as a prince). Sita is often literally called “Janaki” (daughter of Mother Earth), for she emerged from a furrow in the earth. As an incarnation of Lakshmi, Sita personifies auspicious fertility, purity, and selfless virtue. Throughout her life in the Ramayana, Sita endures trials (including abduction by the demon Ravana) with unwavering faith and righteousness. She represents the idea that true prosperity (Sri) arises from devotion (bhakti) and moral integrity. Though a princess, Sita’s greatest wealth was her pati-vrata dharma – her steadfast loyalty and love for Rama. In choosing the hardships of exile with Rama over palace comforts without him, Sita demonstrates that alignment with dharma and love is Lakshmi’s true currency, yielding a legacy that far outshines any kingdom’s gold. It’s said that after Rama’s victory, Sita’s presence blessed Ayodhya with a golden age of peace and plenty – a testament to how the goddess of fortune flowers where virtue resides.

Rukmini: The Royal Incarnation of Love and Surrender

Fast forward to the Mahabharata era (Dvapara Yuga), and Lakshmi takes birth as Rukmini, a princess who becomes the chief queen of Lord Krishna (Vishnu’s avatar). Rukmini’s story is one of active faith and alignment. Destined by family to marry a man she doesn’t love, Rukmini instead trusts her inner knowing (call it her Lakshmi intuition!) that only Krishna is her true divine partner. In a bold move, she secretly writes to Krishna, beseeching him to rescue her – effectively manifesting her desired marriage. Krishna indeed comes on the wedding day and carries her away with her joyous consent. As an avatar of Lakshmi, Rukmini symbolizes the power of clear intention and devotion in attracting one’s deepest blessings. She is often revered for her total surrender to God’s will and her generous heart – it is said that in Krishna’s city of Dwarka, Queen Rukmini’s compassion and charity knew no bounds, ensuring no one went hungry or destitute. Her presence illustrates Lakshmi’s grace in the realm of love and relationships: when you align with divine love and your true desires without compromise, abundance follows. Rukmini’s life with Krishna was one of splendor and joy, but also marked by humility and service – showing that spiritual alignment and material prosperity can go hand-in-hand when grounded in love.

Alamelu (Padmavati): The Graceful Incarnation and Guardian of Abundance

In the lore of South India (Kali Yuga), Lakshmi is said to have incarnated as Padmavati (Alamelu Mangai), the princess who becomes the consort of Lord Venkateshwara (a form of Vishnu) at Tirumala. The name Alamelu means “lotus maiden” (from Tamil Alar = lotus, Mel = atop), echoing Lakshmi’s lotus iconography. Padmavati’s story reinforces Lakshmi’s connection to earthly prosperity and the importance of honoring the divine feminine for material and spiritual success. When Vishnu as Venkateshwar comes to earth and undergoes trials, it is Padmavati’s marriage to him that completes his mission of bringing prosperity to the land. Devotees believe that to receive Lord Venkateshwar’s blessings (i.e. to have one’s prayers for wealth and welfare granted), one must first worship Padmavati – a recognition that Lakshmi’s grace is the gateway to Vishnu’s boon. In the famous Tirupati temple tradition, pilgrims visit Padmavati’s shrine at Tiruchanur before ascending to the hill temple of Venkateshwara (Padmavati (Hinduism) - Wikipedia). Symbolically, Padmavati or Alamelu stands for the truth that abundance (Lakshmi) mediates our connection to preservation (Vishnu). Her role is that of a compassionate mother who intercedes for devotees, ensuring that wealth is bestowed only with wisdom and devotion. Culturally, she also embodies regional prosperity and the auspiciousness of the land – her marriage festival is celebrated with great pomp, invoking Lakshmi to make the soil fertile and the people thrive. Alamelu reminds us that abundance is a partnership between the divine and the devotee – when we approach prosperity with respect, gratitude, and the intent to uplift all (as pilgrims honor Alamelu before seeking their own boons), wealth flows in a way that benefits the whole community.

Ashta-Lakshmi: The Eight Aspects of Abundance

Beyond her human avatars, Lakshmi is also worshipped in eight forms known as the Ashta-Lakshmis, each representing a different facet of prosperity. These include Adi Lakshmi (primordial abundance), Dhana Lakshmi (financial wealth), Dhanya Lakshmi (abundance of food and harvest), Gaja Lakshmi (power and royalty, symbolized by elephants), Santana Lakshmi (progeny and family welfare), Vijaya Lakshmi (victory and success), Vidya Lakshmi (knowledge and wisdom), and Dhairya (or Veera) Lakshmi (valor and courage) (Lakshmi - Wikipedia). The Ashta-Lakshmi iconography shows the goddess in eight different moods, each pouring blessings from her open palms. The important message here is that true abundance is multifaceted. Lakshmi’s grace is not just money; it’s the rich fullness of life – nourishing food, loving family, success in endeavors, spiritual knowledge, and even courage and health. By invoking all these Lakshmis, devotees aim to live a balanced and holistically prosperous life. From the perspective of alignment, the Ashta-Lakshmis teach that we must align with abundance in all areas of life – a wealthy bank account means little if one feels lonely (lack of Santana Lakshmi) or ignorant (lack of Vidya Lakshmi), and Lakshmi’s complete blessing involves a harmony of material and spiritual well-being. Thus, worshipping Lakshmi in her various forms is essentially a way of aligning one’s subconscious with a complete picture of prosperity consciousness, ensuring no aspect of abundance is left out.

Each tale and form of Lakshmi, whether as Sita, Rukmini, Padmavati or the Ashta-Lakshmis, reinforces a consistent truth: Lakshmi favors the aligned. She “flows toward hearts that are generous, grateful, and pure in intention” (The Ultimate Law of Attraction & Manifestation Glossary | The Universe Unveiled). In the lives of her avatars, those hearts were their divine husbands and the devotees who honored them; in our lives, those hearts can be ours. To invite Lakshmi is to cultivate the Sita-like virtues of patience and purity, the Rukmini-like clarity of desire and devotion, and the Padmavati-like attitude of service and gratitude. In doing so, we don’t just ask Lakshmi for blessings – we embody what she stands for, effectively becoming magnetic to the prosperity she bestows.

Lakshmi as the Energy of Alignment (Beyond Material Wealth)

By now, a pattern is clear: Lakshmi’s mythology and symbolism always link abundance with alignment – whether alignment with dharma (Rama and Sita’s virtue), with devotion (Rukmini’s faith), or with holistic well-being (Ashta-Lakshmi’s balance). Traditionally, devotees have understood that simply praying to Lakshmi for money isn’t the key; rather, one must create the conditions that invite Lakshmi to manifest. In Indian households, it’s common to say that Lakshmi dwells in places that are clean, peaceful, and infused with devotion, and that she departs from places of greed, conflict, or neglect. This cultural wisdom resonates strongly with the idea of energetic alignment in modern spiritual parlance.

Indeed, Lakshmi can be seen as a divine personification of the Law of Attraction’s core principle: “like attracts like.” If you embody abundance in your thoughts, emotions, and actions, you attract abundance in the external world. Centuries ago, one poet in the Lakshmi Tantra boldly stated, “Where Lakshmi is welcomed with a pure heart, poverty cannot enter.” Or in the words of The Universe Unveiled’s own glossary, “To invoke Lakshmi is to align with the energy of effortless receiving, where blessings unfold through devotion, clarity, and inner alignment.” (The Ultimate Law of Attraction & Manifestation Glossary | The Universe Unveiled) (The Ultimate Law of Attraction & Manifestation Glossary | The Universe Unveiled). Here we see Lakshmi explicitly defined not just as a deity to be prayed to, but a frequency to tune into. It’s a shift from a transactional view (“I worship, She gives”) to a transformational view: by aligning ourselves with Lakshmi’s qualities – generosity, gratitude, purity, faith – we naturally start living in the flow of prosperity. In Vedic philosophy, Lakshmi is invited rather than demanded; she “flows toward” those whose inner state matches her vibration (The Ultimate Law of Attraction & Manifestation Glossary | The Universe Unveiled). This is energetic alignment in ancient language.

Let’s break down some of Lakshmi’s key symbols to see this law of alignment in action:

• The Lotus: Lakshmi is almost always depicted standing or sitting on a lotus flower. The lotus grows from mud and rises above the water, opening its petals to the sun. It symbolizes spiritual purity and detachment – remaining unstained by the mud below. This represents how true prosperity can blossom only from the depths of the subconscious (the mud) when one’s consciousness rises above negative muck. Aligning with Lakshmi means cultivating that inner purity – keeping one’s mind above pettiness, tuned to higher ideals – so that our life can bloom in beauty. The lotus also denotes self-realization (lotus of the heart), reminding us that wealth without spiritual growth is hollow; Lakshmi’s alignment is about flourishing both materially and spiritually.
• The Elephants (Gaja Lakshmi): In many images, flanking Lakshmi are two elephants showering water or carrying garlands. Elephants in Hindu symbolism stand for royal power, authority, and endurance, and the act of them bathing Lakshmi with water (often from pots or rivers) signifies fertility, flow, and the watering of seeds to fruition. Energetically, one can view the elephants as representing steady effort and wisdom (since elephants are wise and remover of obstacles like Ganesha) that support prosperity. They show that Lakshmi arrives on the wings of consistent positive action and the removal of inner obstacles. You align with her by persistently watering the garden of your life with positive habits, knowledge, and effort – and then abundance grows naturally, as opposed to chasing quick fixes.
• The Gold Coins: Lakshmi’s hand is often in varada mudra, a boon-giving gesture, with gold coins streaming forth. Interestingly, these coins are spilling from her palm endlessly, yet her expression remains serene and non-attached. The teaching here is twofold: First, when you truly align with abundance, giving and receiving become effortless and endless – there is always enough, and generosity ensures flow (Lakshmi loves those who share their wealth). Second, Lakshmi’s detachment while bestowing riches indicates that wealth should be handled with a cool head and balanced heart. If one becomes greedy or loses oneself in the pursuit of coins, Lakshmi’s grace can vanish. It’s the classic paradox: chase wealth and it runs away; embody wealth (through gratitude and generosity) and it pours in. This is why Hindu rituals for Lakshmi involve charitable giving and sharing prasad (blessed food) – to ensure the supplicant’s mindset is one of abundance and not clutching.
• Owl or Lotus-Eyes: In some traditions, an owl accompanies Lakshmi, symbolizing the ability to see in darkness – i.e., wisdom and intuition guiding prosperity. Lakshmi is also called Padmaakshi, the lotus-eyed one, implying clear-sighted vision. These symbols tell us that clear perception and intuition are crucial for alignment with abundance. One must see opportunities where others see none, see the divine in every situation (thus staying positive), and see one’s own subconscious patterns clearly. Lakshmi’s alignment requires a kind of illuminated awareness – you’re not stumbling in the dark for wealth; you are consciously co-creating with the universe.

In essence, Lakshmi’s iconography and stories collectively shout a simple truth: prosperity is an inner state first, an outer state second. When our inner state is “right” – meaning our subconscious beliefs about money, self-worth, and life are positive and in harmony – then outer prosperity has to follow (it “cannot help but come,” to quote a famous idea in manifestation teachings (Energetic Alignment: The Missing Link Between Manifestation and Reality)). If our inner state is discordant – say we profess we want wealth but secretly feel unworthy or fearful – then Lakshmi’s blessings stall, or manifest as fleeting gains that slip away. Hindu devotional wisdom captures this by advising devotees to cultivate Lakshmi’s favourite qualities: cleanliness (of mind and body), reverence, contentment, and devotion. These practices are nothing but ways to align one’s vibration to Lakshmi’s frequency of abundance. A home that is clean, with lamps lit and prayers of gratitude sung, feels like Lakshmi’s home – and so, according to the law of energy, Lakshmi dwells there.

To put it in modern terms, Lakshmi doesn’t “answer prayers” so much as she “answers frequencies.” Align your frequency to abundance, and you become the living prayer that Lakshmi answers with manifested wealth. In the next section, we’ll dive into this concept through the lens of Abraham Hicks and the Law of Attraction, drawing the parallels more explicitly. The ancients personified the principle of abundance as a beautiful goddess; today, we often personify the universe itself responding to our vibration. As we’ll see, these are two ways of saying the same thing.

Modern Echo: Lakshmi and Abraham Hicks on Vibration and Allowing

It’s fascinating to observe that what ancient sages encoded in myths of Lakshmi, modern teachers of the Law of Attraction articulate in psychological and vibrational terms. Consider the core Abraham-Hicks teaching: “You don’t attract what you want, you attract what you are.” This mirrors the Lakshmi principle we’ve discussed: your inner state dictates your outer wealth. Let’s unpack a few key Abraham Hicks concepts and see how they resonate with Lakshmi’s wisdom:

• Vibrational Alignment: Abraham Hicks emphasizes getting into the “Vortex” – a state of alignment with your Source or desire – as the essential step for manifesting. “Anytime you feel good, you’ve found vibrational alignment with who you are,” Abraham says (46 Best Abraham Hicks Quotes to Change Your Life Now – The Haven Shoppe). In Lakshmi’s language, feeling good equates to the joyous, grateful mindset that invites the goddess. For example, when devotees sing Lakshmi’s names with genuine happiness, they are effectively raising their vibration to match abundance. Both frameworks agree: joy and positive emotion are indicators that you are aligned with the energy of prosperity. Just as Lakshmi “comes to those already in harmony” (The Ultimate Law of Attraction & Manifestation Glossary | The Universe Unveiled) (The Ultimate Law of Attraction & Manifestation Glossary | The Universe Unveiled) (as the Universe Unveiled glossary puts it), Abraham teaches that feeling as if you already have what you desire is the vibrational harmony that allows it to manifest.
• The Art of Allowing: Abraham Hicks often speaks of allowing well-being rather than struggling for it. They would say that you can’t chase or demand abundance; you relax into it by removing resistance. This is remarkably similar to how one “worships” Lakshmi. One does not order Lakshmi to appear – one creates a welcoming atmosphere and then allows her presence. In practical terms, this means letting go of desperate, fearful thoughts about money and replacing them with trust in the divine flow. Abraham might instruct: “Let your alignment (with well-being) be first and foremost, and let everything else be secondary… the doing and having will come into alignment once you get that down.” (12 Abraham Hicks Quotes to Empower You Right Now - Rose Colored Glasses). Lakshmi’s lore teaches the same surrender: in the churning of the ocean, only when the devas and asuras stopped to pray and allow did Lakshmi emerge – she wasn’t forced out by the churning; she rose out when the timing was right and was received with devotion. The law of alignment is about ease and receptivity. In Hindu puja, after doing one’s effort (cleaning the altar, reciting prayers), one often sits in silence, eyes closed, simply feeling the deity’s presence – that is the state of allowing Lakshmi to fill one’s being. Abraham would applaud this as being in the receptive mode.
• Belief and Subconscious Mind: Abraham Hicks famously says, “A belief is only a thought I keep thinking,” highlighting that we can change our beliefs by changing our repeated thoughts. Hindu tradition similarly used repetition (mantras, daily worship) to instill prosperous beliefs. If someone regularly chants “Om Shreem Maha Lakshmiyei Namaha” (a popular Lakshmi mantra), they are in effect reprogramming their subconscious towards abundance. The mantra’s sound vibration (Shreem is said to be Lakshmi’s seed vibration) works on a subtle level to align the devotee’s energy with prosperity. In modern terms, this is an affirmation or self-hypnosis. Abraham’s teaching that the subconscious must agree with the conscious desire finds support in Lakshmi’s requirement of inner purity – any lurking belief of unworthiness or “money is evil” would be like an “evil Lakshmi” in Atharva Veda terms, to be cast out so only good Lakshmi remains (Lakshmi - Wikipedia). Both systems say: clear the limiting beliefs, and abundance flows.
• Feel Prosperous to Attract Prosperity: Perhaps the most direct parallel is the idea that feeling rich makes you rich (in opportunities, ideas, actual money). Abraham Hicks puts it succinctly: “When you FEEL healthy and vital and alive and prosperous, you attract more of all those things.” (46 Best Abraham Hicks Quotes to Change Your Life Now – The Haven Shoppe). Essentially, you must cultivate the emotion of having what you want before it shows up. This is exactly the logic behind many Lakshmi practices. For instance, during Diwali, the festival of lights, people decorate their homes with opulence – lights, rangoli art, new clothes, abundant feasts – not because they are already wealthy, but to simulate the vibration of abundance and welcome Lakshmi in. The act of saying “Lakshmi, come to my home” is accompanied by literally behaving as if she’s arriving: everything is sparkling clean, there’s plenty of sweets and gifts (signs of plenty), family members settle debts and reconcile (clearing scarcity and conflict), and lamps are lit in every corner (symbolizing light of consciousness). This is a massive vibrational ritual to “feel prosperous now.” And it’s believed that on Diwali night, Lakshmi does visit the homes that are prepared and aligned with her light. To the skeptic, it’s just a tradition; to the energy-aware, it is a powerful collective exercise in the Law of Attraction.

In summary, what Abraham Hicks describes as alignment, Lakshmi devotees have long described as devotion and virtuous living; what Abraham calls the Vortex, the ancients might call the Sri (auspicious) state. The outcomes are identical: when you’re in that state, money, success, peace, and joy come effortlessly; when you’re out of it, no amount of hard work seems to stick.

It’s worth noting that seeing Lakshmi as an energy doesn’t diminish her divinity – rather, it makes it intimate. It tells us Lakshmi is not a capricious goddess who arbitrarily favors some and ignores others; she is a cosmic principle as steady as gravity. Align with it, and you’ll experience its pull. Whether one prays in a temple or visualizes having a million dollars while meditating, the underlying mechanism is alignment. As Abraham Hicks might say, ask, and it is given – but to receive, you must be a vibrational match. Lakshmi would smile and extend a lotus to that: yes, become a Lakshya (goal) of abundance, and abundance will seek you like a bee to a lotus.

Lakshmi and the Subconscious Mind: The Inner Bloom of Reality

Perhaps the most profound way to understand Lakshmi is as an archetype of the subconscious mind flowering into the material world. If we view our subconscious mind as a vast ocean of unmanifest potential, then Lakshmi is like the lotus that rises from those depths to blossom in our conscious experience. She represents Sampad – the fruition of intent. This perspective bridges spirituality, psychology, and the “flowering of divine thought into manifest reality” that we set out to explore.

Consider how the subconscious mind operates: it takes in our dominant thoughts, emotions, and beliefs (our inner rituals, so to speak) and uses them as blueprints to create our experiences. In a similar vein, devotees perform outer rituals for Lakshmi – lighting lamps, envisioning her form, repeating mantras – which actually serve to program the inner mind with the feeling of Lakshmi’s presence. The consistent imagery of Lakshmi sitting in one’s home, her hands pouring wealth, imprints the subconscious with an expectation of prosperity. Over time, this Lakshmi consciousness solidifies into a deep belief: “I am blessed. I am provided for. I live in an abundant universe.” And according to both ancient wisdom and modern psychology, the subconscious then conspires to make it so.

There is a beautiful allegory in the Lakshmi Tantra and other texts: that the heart is a lotus, and Lakshmi dwells in the lotus-heart of the yogi. When your heart-lotus opens (through love, meditation, or devotion), Lakshmi manifests – not necessarily as a vision of a goddess, but as the tangible prosperity and beauty in one’s life. This is strikingly similar to what Neville Goddard (a mid-20th-century mystic often quoted alongside LOA teachings) taught: “Assume the feeling of the wish fulfilled.” In other words, let the seed of desire take root in the fertile soil of the subconscious (feeling), and it will harden into fact. Lakshmi, depicted with seeds and sprouts in some agricultural forms, is exactly this principle. She is the seed of divine thought (the wish or intention) and the blossom of its fulfillment (the manifested result). By honoring Lakshmi, one is effectively fertilizing the subconscious soil for that seed to grow.

Let’s ground this with a practical example. Suppose one seeks wealth. In purely psychological terms, they might use affirmations or visualization to influence their subconscious. In spiritual terms, one might worship Lakshmi, chanting her names and visualizing her bestowing success. If done with sincerity and focus, both routes do the same thing: they transform the person’s inner world from one of lack to one of abundance. The businessman who starts each day saying an affirmation of abundance is not very different from the devotee who starts the day praying to Lakshmi with incense. Both are aligning their subconscious to expect success. And the subconscious, which shapes our habits, perceptions, and even opportunities we notice, will guide them to actions and choices that lead to real-world prosperity. In Jungian language, Lakshmi could be seen as an archetype of the Anima – representing the creative, nourishing principle in the psyche that generates tangible results when integrated.

Another link between Lakshmi and the subconscious mind is the role of intuition and insight. Often, wealth or solutions appear not by linear planning but by a stroke of insight – a gut feeling to call someone, a creative idea bubbling up, a “coincidence” that seems orchestrated. These gifts emerge from the subconscious (or superconscious) realm. In mythic terms, one might say “Lakshmi has bestowed her grace”. How many inventors and artists thank their muse for a masterpiece? Lakshmi is very much like a muse of prosperity – when you honor the subconscious (through rest, meditation, alignment), she whispers insights that lead to fortune. Think of the famous story of how the idea for the Google search algorithm came to Larry Page in a dream. That’s Lakshmi at work through the subconscious: sudden clarity that leads to billions of dollars and benefits millions of people. No wonder Lakshmi is also called Vidya Lakshmi when bestowing knowledge.

From a manifestation coaching standpoint, one could say: to allow your goal to flower, you must tend the garden of the subconscious. Remove weeds of doubt, water with positive emotion, shine the sun of awareness – and have patience. Lakshmi teaches patience elegantly: the lotus doesn’t bloom the moment you plant it. There is a gestation period in the unseen waters. Similarly, our intentions often incubate in the subconscious before showing up as reality. During that time, maintaining an attitude of faith is key. In the myths, when Lakshmi disappeared (as she did during a curse in one story, plunging the worlds into poverty), the gods didn’t give up – they churned the ocean with determination until she reappeared. In psychological terms, do not quit your practice (be it prayer, affirmation, or aligned action) just because you don’t yet see results. Trust that Lakshmi is working beneath the surface. As the Hermetic principle echoes, “As within, so without” (Energetic Alignment: The Missing Link Between Manifestation and Reality) – the inner must blossom into the outer when nurtured.

Finally, let’s address the phrase “flowering of divine thought into manifest reality.” This is a poetic way of describing creation. A divine thought could be seen as an inspired idea or a prayer – something pure that originates perhaps from our higher self or from the Divine (a seed of possibility). When we hold that divine thought with conviction (plant it in subconscious soil) and align ourselves (water it, remove conflicting thoughts), it flowers into reality – the outcome visible to the world. Lakshmi is fundamentally this flowering process, especially in the context of prosperity. It’s why she is associated with spring, with blooming lotuses, with harvest time. She is the fulfillment of intention. In a sense, calling on Lakshmi without personal alignment would be like expecting a crop without planting seeds – futile. Conversely, establishing alignment and not calling on Lakshmi specifically is still likely to invoke her by her principle – like planting seeds in good soil will yield crops even if you don’t know the deity of harvest. But doing both – conscious alignment practices and invoking Lakshmi’s archetypal power – can supercharge the process, uniting the psychological and the spiritual.

To illustrate, imagine a person meditating on Lakshmi in their heart every day, visualizing golden light spreading through their body and life. At the same time, imagine them practicing good financial habits, learning skills, and staying positive. Over time, they might notice new opportunities “coming out of the blue,” or a helpful mentor appearing, or a sudden improvement in their business. Skeptics may call it coincidence, but spiritually we’d call it Lakshmi Kataksha – the compassionate glance of Lakshmi. The person changed internally, so the Universe (which is but a grand mirror) had to rearrange externally to match that state.

In summary, Lakshmi represents the subconscious mind’s power to shape reality in alignment with our deepest values and feelings. She reminds us that prosperity is our birthright – but a birthright we must remember and reclaim through inner work. In her role as the subconscious force, she quietly works below the level of conscious effort, but responds dramatically to the language of symbols, emotions, and repetition – hence the effectiveness of rituals and mindset work. Align those properly, and Sri (splendor) will shine in your life as surely as the moon glows when it’s full.

Embracing Lakshmi Consciousness: Conclusion

Lakshmi, the goddess of abundance, has journeyed with us from Vedic verses through epic tales to the very neurons of our subconscious mind. Her message through it all is consistent and clear: Abundance is an alignment of the soul, and wealth is a state of being before it becomes a state of having. When we honor Lakshmi in the traditional sense, we are not bowing to a mere idol – we are bowing to the principle of harmonious prosperity within us and around us. We are acknowledging that wealth is sacred when it stems from virtue and is used with gratitude. We are, in effect, aligning ourselves with the Law of Alignment.

In practical terms, “Lakshmi consciousness” means carrying a reverence for the energy of money and prosperity. It means refusing to speak or think in terms of lack. It means seeing richness in nature, in relationships, in skills, not just in bank balances. It means treating your home and workplace as if Lakshmi might stroll in at any moment – keeping them uplifted, joyous, and welcoming. It means trusting that the Devi who resides in all beings as the potential for fortune (धनलक्ष्मी मंत्र | या देवी सर्वभूतेषु लक्ष्मी-रूपेण संस्थिता। नमस्तस्यै ...) also resides in you, and by making your mind a temple of positivity, you invite her to make a permanent residence there.

As you move forward, consider taking a moment each day to affirm or visualize that Lakshmi lives in your heart. You might light a small candle and internally feel the warmth of her golden presence. You might repeat an affirmation like, “I am aligned with the abundant flow of the universe”, or in spiritual language, “Mahalakshmi, I know you are here, guiding me to prosperity for the highest good of all.” Find the blend of ancient and modern that resonates for you – both paths lead to the lotus throne of the same truth.

Remember, invoking Lakshmi is not about greed or idol worship; it is about recognizing abundance as a divine attribute and choosing to embody it. It is about realizing that your subconscious mind is a treasure chest, and you hold the key. It’s about replacing the old paradigm of “hard work alone creates success” with “inner alignment + inspired action creates miracles.” In the Hindu tradition, they say Lakshmi walks in tandem with Narayana (Vishnu) – meaning abundance walks with purpose. When you find your purpose (your dharma) and walk your path with integrity, Lakshmi naturally accompanies you. In modern speak, do what you love and love what you do, and money will follow.

Lakshmi in her gentle way has taught us that the highest wealth is peace of mind and freedom from fear. Material riches are a play of Maya that we can enjoy, but our true security comes from the unshakable knowing that we are children of an infinitely abundant Universe. When your subconscious accepts that idea, you become fearless and generous – and paradoxically, that is when material abundance finds you irresistible. As the saying goes, “Money is a good servant, but a terrible master.” Lakshmi consciousness ensures money serves your highest good, not the other way around.

In closing, let us offer our sincere appreciation to Goddess Lakshmi – not just as a figure on a pedestal, but as the light of prosperity within us. May we align with her law of alignment, vibrating in harmony with well-being and fortune. May we see every act of kindness, every inspired thought, and every moment of gratitude as an offering that invites her closer. In doing so, we honor the divinity in wealth and the wealth in divinity.

And now, as you carry this wisdom forward, consider how you can start implementing Lakshmi’s principles in your life today. Perhaps begin with a small ritual of abundance each morning or a mindset shift each time you catch yourself worrying about finances. Even reading this post has already tuned you to Lakshmi’s frequency – stay on that channel! As the golden goddess herself reminds us through every myth and mantra: prosperity is your birthright — remember it, align with it, and let it flow.

May Lakshmi’s lotus bloom in your heart and life, bringing you wealth, happiness, and spiritual fulfillment. Om Shreem Mahalakshmiyei Namaha. 🙏

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