Karagre Vasate Lakshmi (Morning Hand Prayer)
Lakshmi/Saraswati/Vishnu
Shloka/Verse
Easy - Anyone can chant
Safe for All
कराग्रे वसते लक्ष्मीः करमध्ये सरस्वती।
करमूले तु गोविन्दः प्रभाते करदर्शनम्॥
Karaagre Vasate Lakshmih Kara-madhye Sarasvati
Kara-moole Tu Govindah Prabhaate Kara-darshanam
Meaning
At the tips of the fingers dwells Lakshmi, in the middle Saraswati, at the base Govinda. In the morning, one should look at one's hands.
When to Chant
First thing in the morning while looking at your palms.
Best Time: Upon waking
Benefits
Invokes wealth, knowledge, and divine energy for the day.