Build the mindset of abundance, gratitude, and selfless giving

Sarva-kāma-dudhe devi sarva-tīrthābhiṣecani।
Pāvani surabhi-śreṣṭhe devi tubhyaṁ namo’stu te॥

O Goddess Surabhi, who fulfills all desires and is sanctified by all holy places of pilgrimage, you are pure and the best among celestial beings. I bow to you.

Let us understand the meaning of the shlok

• Sarva-kāma-dudhe: This phrase refers to Goddess Surabhi as the one who grants all desires. Surabhi, also known as Kamadhenu, is the celestial cow in Hindu mythology that fulfills all wishes and desires, symbolizing abundance, fertility, and prosperity.

• Sarva-tīrthābhiṣecani: This means "the one who is sanctified by all holy pilgrimage sites." It emphasizes that the goddess embodies the purity and blessings of all sacred waters and places of worship, making her a powerful source of spiritual and material abundance.

• Pāvani Surabhi-śreṣṭhe: This line highlights her purity (pāvani) and describes her as the best among divine beings, particularly referring to her role as the celestial cow, Surabhi, who is revered for her nurturing and life-sustaining qualities.

• Namo’stu Te: This is a humble offering of reverence and salutations to the goddess, acknowledging her divine role in fulfilling the desires of her devotees and providing spiritual purity.

This shlok is a prayer to Goddess Surabhi (Kamadhenu), the divine cow that provides everything one could need or desire. She is often seen as a symbol of selfless giving and abundance, and this shlok is recited to seek her blessings for prosperity, purity, and spiritual growth.

Three easy ways to integrate this shlok in your daily lives

• Morning Prayer: Recite this shlok during your morning prayer or meditation to invoke the blessings of abundance and prosperity in all aspects of your life. It can help set a positive intention for your day, focusing on gratitude for all that you have.

• Before Any Offering or Ritual: If you are performing any ritual or offering, you can chant this shlok to invoke Goddess Surabhi’s presence, asking her to bless the offering and bring prosperity and purity to your life and household.

• Action Step: Reflect on how you can embody the selfless giving and nurturing qualities of Surabhi in your daily actions—whether it's helping someone in need, sharing resources, or creating a positive environment around you.

Good to know…

Surabhi, also known as Kamadhenu, is considered the mother of all cows and is believed to have been born from the ocean of milk during the churning of the ocean (Samudra Manthan). She is revered as the provider of all riches, and many believe that simply caring for or revering cows can bring peace, prosperity, and spiritual merit.

Take a moment to reflect…

How would your relationship with abundance change if you saw it as a divine gift to be shared selflessly, like the blessings of Surabhi?

Hari om!

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