Kamal Gatta Mala

What is Kamal Gatta Mala (Meaning)

Kamal gatta mala is a powerful and divine mala made of the seeds of the Lotus flower. This pious mala is popularly known as the ‘Kamal Gatta Mala’ or the dried Lotus seeds mala. Lotus symbolizes prosperity, purity and beauty. The Lotus is associated with Goddess of Wealth, Goddess Lakshmi and the Goddess is also referred as “Kamalvaasini” in ancient texts. It is believed that Lord Brahma, the creator emerged from the lotus that arised from the navel of Lord Vishnu while he was in the Yoga Nidra.

What is a mala?

A mala is a string of beads or seeds which are used for meditation. There are two types of malas, one which you can wear and one on which you can do japa by chanting the deity mantra on every single bead or seed. Mala is made of specific beads and seeds only.

Significance of Kamal Gatta Mala

The seeds of Lotus are the symbol of great power and spiritual knowledge. Kamal gatta (Lotus Seeds) are put in the Hawan Kund ( Homam fire) to please Goddess Maha Lakshmi. Kamal gatta seeds are used in many other rituals too. These seeds when put in soil, sprout to give Lotus plant. The Kamal Gatta Mala is made by stringing together the natural seeds of Lotus. The seeds of Lotus flower hold the divine vibrations of Goddess Lakshmi and bless the wearer with abundance, riches and prosperity. In the Lakshmi Pujan, the seeds of Lotus and Lotus flower are one of the prime articles that are offered to Goddess Lakshmi. Chanting mantras of Goddess Lakshmi on the Kamal Gatta mala is said to appease the Goddess. Meditating and praying over this mystic mala liberates a person from debts, improves financial conditions, and opens doors for new business and career opportunities.

Benefits of Kamal Gatta Mala

• Used for chanting Laxmi mantras.
• Attracts wealth, abundance and prosperity.
• Helps in meditation
• Promotes positive vibes.
• Calms the mind and offer aid in soothing the temperamental issues,
• Helps remove misfortune
• Strengthens the bond in any relationship if the devotee chants the mantra “Om Mahalakshmyai Ch Vidmahe Vishupatneem Ch Dheemahi Tanno Laxmi Prachodayat”, 108 times

A Kamal Gatta Mala holds influential properties which helps the devotee to elevate spiritually and get closer to the divine celestial energy. Any Lakshmi pujan or havan are incomplete without offering the Lotus seeds in the holy fire. The seeds of the Kamal Gatta rosary or mala are usually available in black colour and are of uniform size. These seeds hold immense healing properties. This auspicious mala eliminates all the negative energies that surround the person or the dwelling, it offers a positive mind frame and makes the wearer and fulfils the desires of the devotees.