The Tihar festival, also known as Deepawali, is one of the most cherished celebrations in Nepal. Among the five days of Tihar, the third day holds special significance as it is dedicated to Goddess Laxmi, the goddess of wealth, prosperity, and good fortune. On this day, families across the country prepare their homes with utmost care, cleaning every corner, decorating entrances, and creating beautiful rangolis.

The act of lighting oil lamps or candles is symbolic, inviting Laxmi Mata into the home to bless it with abundance and happiness. Children, elders, and adults alike eagerly participate in the rituals, singing traditional songs, and offering sweets, fruits, and flowers to the goddess. Beyond material wealth, Goddess Laxmi represents spiritual prosperity, harmony, and well-being, reminding us to value family, kindness, and gratitude.

Tihar is not just about rituals; it is a celebration of unity, love, and devotion. Through Laxmi Puja, people reconnect with their cultural roots while fostering a sense of joy and togetherness. The atmosphere is filled with the glow of lamps, the fragrance of flowers, and the spirit of generosity, making the worship of Goddess Laxmi a truly heartwarming and enlightening experience.

लक्ष्मी माता हाम्रो घरमा सदैव बसून्।
May Goddess Laxmi always reside in our home.
Laxmi mata hāmro gharma sadaiv basun.

तिहारमा दीप बलाउँदा लक्ष्मीको कृपा पाइन्छ।
Lighting lamps in Tihar brings Laxmi’s blessings.
Tiharma deep balauda Laxmikō kripā pāincha.

घर सफा राख्दा लक्ष्मी हर्षित हुन्छिन्।
Keeping the house clean makes Laxmi happy.
Ghar safā rākhdā Laxmi harshit hunchin.

धन र समृद्धिका लागि लक्ष्मीको पूजा गरौँ।
Let’s worship Laxmi for wealth and prosperity.
Dhan ra samriddhikā lāgi Laxmikō pūjā garaun.

लक्ष्मी पूजा हाम्रो परम्परा हो।
Laxmi Puja is our tradition.
Laxmi pūjā hāmro paramparā ho.

सँगै दीप बालौँ, लक्ष्मीलाई स्वागत गरौँ।
Light lamps together and welcome Laxmi.
Sangai deep bālāun, Laxmiklāi swāgat garaun.

लक्ष्मी माता हाँस्नु हाम्रो सौभाग्य हो।
Goddess Laxmi’s smile is our fortune.
Laxmi mata hāsnuhāmro saubhāgya ho.

तिहारमा घरको कोना–कोना सफा गरौँ।
Clean every corner of the house during Tihar.
Tiharma ghar ko konā-konā safā garaun.

फूल र दीपले लक्ष्मीलाई आमन्त्रित गरौँ।
Invite Laxmi with flowers and lamps.
Phool ra deeple Laxmiklāi āmantrit garaun.

सधैं लक्ष्मीको कृपा हाम्रो घरमा रहोस्।
May Laxmi’s blessings always stay in our home.
Sadhai Laxmikō kripā hāmro gharma rahos.

तिहारको दोस्रो दिन लक्ष्मी पूजा गरौँ।
Perform Laxmi Puja on the second day of Tihar.
Tiharko dosro din Laxmi pūjā garaun.

लक्ष्मी माता हाम्रो जीवनमा आनन्द ल्याउनुस्।
May Goddess Laxmi bring joy into our life.
Laxmi mata hāmro jīvanma ānand lyāunus.

दीप बाल्दा धन र सुख प्राप्त हुन्छ।
Lighting lamps brings wealth and happiness.
Deep bāldā dhan ra sukh prāpt huncha.

लक्ष्मीलाई मिठो भोजन अर्पण गरौँ।
Offer delicious food to Laxmi.
Laxmiklāi mitho bhojan arpan garaun.

घरमा चकाचक सफा राख्नु लक्ष्मीको चाहना हो।
Keeping the house neat is Laxmi’s wish.
Gharma chakāchak safā rākhnū Laxmikō chāhana ho.

तिहारमा दीप र रंगोलीले लक्ष्मीलाई आकर्षित गरौँ।
Attract Laxmi with lamps and rangoli during Tihar.
Tiharma deep ra rangolile Laxmiklāi ākarshit garaun.

लक्ष्मी माता धन र समृद्धिको देवता हुन्।
Goddess Laxmi is the deity of wealth and prosperity.
Laxmi mata dhan ra samriddhiko devta hun.

दीप बाल्दा घरमा उज्यालो र खुशी छाउँछ।
Lighting lamps brings light and happiness to the home.
Deep bāldā gharma ujyālo ra khushi chhāunchha.

लक्ष्मी माता सबैको घरमा खुशी ल्याउनुस्।
May Goddess Laxmi bring happiness to everyone’s home.
Laxmi mata sabaiko gharma khushi lyāunus.

तिहारमा परिवारसँग मिलेर लक्ष्मी पूजा गरौँ।
Worship Laxmi together with family during Tihar.
Tiharma parivārsang milera Laxmi pūjā garaun.

लक्ष्मी माता सधैं हर्षित रहून्।
May Goddess Laxmi always remain happy.
Laxmi mata sadhai harshit rahun.

घरको ढोकामा दीप बाल्दा लक्ष्मीको स्वागत हुन्छ।
Lighting lamps at the door welcomes Laxmi.
Ghar ko dhokāma deep bāldā Laxmikō swāgat huncha.

लक्ष्मी पूजा गरेर धन प्राप्त गरौँ।
Receive wealth by performing Laxmi Puja.
Laxmi pūjā gare dhan prāpt garaun.

तिहारमा दीपको उज्यालोले अन्धकार हटाउँछ।
Tihar lights remove darkness.
Tiharma deepko ujyālole andhakar hatāunchha.

लक्ष्मी माता हाम्रो जीवनमा प्रकाश ल्याउनुस्।
May Goddess Laxmi bring light into our lives.
Laxmi mata hāmro jīvanma prakāsh lyāunus.

फूल र मिठाइले लक्ष्मीलाई प्रसन्न बनाउँछ।
Flowers and sweets please Laxmi.
Phool ra mithāile Laxmiklāi prasanna banāunchha.

दीप बाल्दा घरमा समृद्धि र खुशीयाली छाउँछ।
Lamps bring prosperity and joy at home.
Deep bāldā gharma samriddhi ra khushiyāli chhāunchha.

लक्ष्मी माता सधैं हाम्रो साथमा रहून्।
May Goddess Laxmi always stay with us.
Laxmi mata sadhai hāmro sāthma rahun.

घर सफा राख्दा लक्ष्मी माता हर्षित हुन्छिन्।
Keeping the house clean makes Laxmi happy.
Ghar safā rākhdā Laxmi mata harshit hunchin.

तिहारमा दीपको उज्यालोले घर सिंगारौँ।
Decorate the home with Tihar lights.
Tiharma deepko ujyālole ghar singārāun.

लक्ष्मी माता सबै घरमा खुशीयाली ल्याउनुस्।
May Goddess Laxmi bring happiness to every home.
Laxmi mata sabai gharma khushiyāli lyāunus.

दीप बालेर लक्ष्मीलाई आमन्त्रित गरौँ।
Invite Laxmi by lighting lamps.
Deep bāler Laxmiklāi āmantrit garaun.

लक्ष्मी पूजा हाम्रो परिवारको खुशी हो।
Laxmi Puja is the joy of our family.
Laxmi pūjā hāmro parivārko khushi ho.

घरको कोना–कोना सफा राखौं।
Clean every corner of the house.
Ghar ko konā-konā safā rākhau.

लक्ष्मी माता सधैं हाम्रो जीवनमा धन ल्याउनुस्।
May Goddess Laxmi always bring wealth into our life.
Laxmi mata sadhai hāmro jīvanma dhan lyāunus.

तिहारको रात उज्यालो र दीपले भरियोस्।
May Tihar night be filled with light and lamps.
Tiharko rāt ujyālo ra deeple bhariyos.

लक्ष्मी माता सधैं घरमा रहून्।
May Goddess Laxmi always reside at home.
Laxmi mata sadhai gharma rahun.

दीपको उज्यालोले लक्ष्मीको कृपा ल्याउँछ।
The light of lamps brings Laxmi’s blessings.
Deepko ujyālole Laxmikō kripā lyāunchha.

घरमा रंगोली बनाउँदा लक्ष्मी प्रसन्न हुन्छिन्।
Making rangoli at home pleases Laxmi.
Gharma rangoli banāuda Laxmi prasanna hunchin.

लक्ष्मी माता हाम्रो जीवनमा सुख ल्याउनुस्।
May Goddess Laxmi bring happiness into our life.
Laxmi mata hāmro jīvanma sukh lyāunus.

दीप बाल्दा लक्ष्मीको स्वागत गरौँ।
Welcome Laxmi by lighting lamps.
Deep bāldā Laxmiklāi swāgat garaun.

लक्ष्मी माता सधैं हर्षित रहून्।
May Goddess Laxmi always remain happy.
Laxmi mata sadhai harshit rahun.

तिहारमा घर उज्यालो र समृद्ध बनाऊँ।
Make your home bright and prosperous during Tihar.
Tiharma ghar ujyālo ra samriddha banāun.

लक्ष्मी पूजा गरेर धनको आशीर्वाद पाइयोस्।
Receive blessings of wealth by performing Laxmi Puja.
Laxmi pūjā gare dhanko āshirvād pāyos.

दीप बाल्दा घरमा सकारात्मक ऊर्जा फैलाउँछ।
Lighting lamps spreads positive energy at home.
Deep bāldā gharma sākarātmak ūrgā failāunchha.

लक्ष्मी माता सधैं हाम्रो साथमा रहून्।
May Goddess Laxmi always stay with us.
Laxmi mata sadhai hāmro sāthma rahun.

तिहारमा फूल र मिठाई लक्ष्मीलाई खुशी बनाउँछ।
Flowers and sweets make Laxmi happy during Tihar.
Tiharma phool ra mithāi Laxmiklāi khushi banāunchha.

लक्ष्मी माता घरमा शान्ति ल्याउनुस्।
May Goddess Laxmi bring peace into the home.
Laxmi mata gharma shānti lyāunus.

दीपको उज्यालोले अन्धकार हटाउँछ।
The light of lamps removes darkness.
Deepko ujyālole andhakar hatāunchha.

लक्ष्मी माता हाम्रो जीवन उज्यालो बनाऊँ।
May Goddess Laxmi brighten our life.
Laxmi mata hāmro jīvan ujyālo banāun.

घर सफा राख्दा लक्ष्मी प्रसन्न हुन्छिन्।
Keeping the house clean makes Laxmi happy.
Ghar safā rākhda Laxmi prasanna hunchin.

दीप र रंगोलीले लक्ष्मीलाई आमन्त्रित गरौँ।
Invite Laxmi with lamps and rangoli.
Deep ra rangolile Laxmiklāi āmantrit garaun.

लक्ष्मी माता हाम्रो घर धन–धान्यले भरून्।
May Goddess Laxmi fill our home with wealth and grains.
Laxmi mata hāmro ghar dhan-dhānyale bharun.

तिहारमा परिवारसँग मिलेर लक्ष्मी पूजा गरौँ।
Perform Laxmi Puja with family during Tihar.
Tiharma parivārsang milera Laxmi pūjā garaun.

लक्ष्मी माता हाम्रो जीवनमा आनन्द ल्याउनुस्।
May Goddess Laxmi bring joy to our life.
Laxmi mata hāmro jīvanma ānand lyāunus.

दीप बाल्दा घर उज्यालो र सुखमय हुन्छ।
Lighting lamps makes the home bright and happy.
Deep bāldā ghar ujyālo ra sukhmay huncha.

लक्ष्मी माता सधैं हाम्रो घरमा बसून्।
May Goddess Laxmi always reside in our home.
Laxmi mata sadhai hāmro gharma basun.

फूल र मिठाई लक्ष्मीको मन जित्छ।
Flowers and sweets win Laxmi’s heart.
Phool ra mithāi Laxmikō man jitcha.

दीप बाल्दा घरमा शान्ति र खुशीयाली छाउँछ।
Lamps bring peace and joy to the home.
Deep bāldā gharma shānti ra khushiyāli chhāunchha.

लक्ष्मी माता सबैको जीवन उज्यालो बनाउन्।
May Goddess Laxmi brighten everyone’s life.
Laxmi mata sabaiko jīvan ujyālo banāun.

तिहारमा लक्ष्मीलाई प्रसन्न बनाउने कुरा हो – घर सफा राख्नु।
Keeping the house clean pleases Laxmi during Tihar.
Tiharma Laxmiklāi prasanna banāune kurā ho – ghar safā rākhnu.

दीप बाल्दा लक्ष्मीको कृपा पाइन्छ।
Lighting lamps brings Laxmi’s blessings.
Deep bāldā Laxmikō kripā pāincha.

लक्ष्मी माता सधैं हाम्रो साथमा रहून्।
May Goddess Laxmi always stay with us.
Laxmi mata sadhai hāmro sāthma rahun.

फूल र रंगोलीले घरमा लक्ष्मीको स्वागत गरौँ।
Welcome Laxmi into the home with flowers and rangoli.
Phool ra rangolile gharma Laxmikō swāgat garaun.

लक्ष्मी माता सबैको जीवनमा सुख ल्याउनुस्।
May Goddess Laxmi bring happiness to everyone’s life.
Laxmi mata sabaiko jīvanma sukh lyāunus.

दीप बाल्दा घरमा उज्यालो र समृद्धि छाउँछ।
Lighting lamps brings light and prosperity at home.
Deep bāldā gharma ujyālo ra samriddhi chhāunchha.

तिहारमा लक्ष्मी पूजा हाम्रो खुशी हो।
Laxmi Puja during Tihar is our joy.
Tiharma Laxmi pūjā hāmro khushi ho.

दीप बाल्दा लक्ष्मी माता प्रसन्न हुन्छिन्।
Lighting lamps makes Goddess Laxmi happy.
Deep bāldā Laxmi mata prasanna hunchin.

फूल र मिठाईले लक्ष्मीको कृपा ल्याउँछ।
Flowers and sweets bring Laxmi’s blessings.
Phool ra mithāile Laxmikō kripā lyāunchha.

लक्ष्मी माता सधैं हाम्रो घरमा आनन्द ल्याउनुस्।
May Goddess Laxmi always bring joy to our home.
Laxmi mata sadhai hāmro gharma ānand lyāunus.

दीप र रंगोलीले लक्ष्मीलाई प्रसन्न बनाउँछ।
Lamps and rangoli please Goddess Laxmi.
Deep ra rangolile Laxmiklāi prasanna banāunchha.

घरमा लक्ष्मीको कृपा सधैं रहोस्।
May Laxmi’s blessings always stay at home.
Gharma Laxmikō kripā sadhai rahos.

तिहारमा लक्ष्मी पूजा सबैको धर्म हो।
Laxmi Puja during Tihar is everyone’s duty.
Tiharma Laxmi pūjā sabai ko dharm ho.

दीप बाल्दा घर उज्यालो र शान्त हुन्छ।
Lighting lamps brightens and calms the home.
Deep bāldā ghar ujyālo ra shānt huncha.

लक्ष्मी माता हाम्रो जीवनमा समृद्धि ल्याउनुस्।
May Goddess Laxmi bring prosperity to our life.
Laxmi mata hāmro jīvanma samriddhi lyāunus.

फूल र मिठाइले लक्ष्मी प्रसन्न हुन्छिन्।
Flowers and sweets make Laxmi happy.
Phool ra mithāile Laxmi prasanna hunchin.

घर सफा राख्दा लक्ष्मी माता हर्षित हुन्छिन्।
Keeping the house clean makes Laxmi happy.
Ghar safā rākhda Laxmi mata harshit hunchin.

दीप बाल्दा लक्ष्मी माता स्वागत हुन्छिन्।
Lighting lamps welcomes Goddess Laxmi.
Deep bāldā Laxmi mata swāgat hunchin.

तिहारमा घर उज्यालो बनाउँदा लक्ष्मी प्रसन्न हुन्छिन्।
Making the home bright during Tihar pleases Laxmi.
Tiharma ghar ujyālo banāuda Laxmi prasanna hunchin.

लक्ष्मी पूजा हाम्रो परम्परा र आनन्द हो।
Laxmi Puja is our tradition and joy.
Laxmi pūjā hāmro paramparā ra ānand ho.

दीप र रंगोलीले लक्ष्मी माता खुश हुन्छिन्।
Lamps and rangoli make Goddess Laxmi happy.
Deep ra rangolile Laxmi mata khush hunchin.

लक्ष्मी माता सधैं हाम्रो घरमा बसून्।
May Goddess Laxmi always reside in our home.
Laxmi mata sadhai hāmro gharma basun.

तिहारमा लक्ष्मी पूजा सबैको जीवनमा सुख ल्याउँछ।
Laxmi Puja during Tihar brings happiness to everyone’s life.
Tiharma Laxmi pūjā sabai ko jīvanma sukh lyāunchha.

दीप बाल्दा घर उज्यालो र सकारात्मक ऊर्जा फैलाउँछ।
Lighting lamps brings light and positive energy at home.
Deep bāldā ghar ujyālo ra sākarātmak ūrgā failāunchha.

लक्ष्मी माता हाम्रो जीवनमा सुख र समृद्धि ल्याउनुस्।
May Goddess Laxmi bring happiness and prosperity into our life.
Laxmi mata hāmro jīvanma sukh ra samriddhi lyāunus.

फूल र मिठाई लक्ष्मीलाई खुशी बनाउँछ।
Flowers and sweets make Laxmi happy.
Phool ra mithāi Laxmiklāi khushi banāunchha.

घर सफा राख्दा लक्ष्मी माता सधैं हर्षित हुन्छिन्।
Keeping the house clean always pleases Laxmi.
Ghar safā rākhda Laxmi mata sadhai harshit hunchin.

लक्ष्मी माता हाम्रो जीवन उज्यालो बनाउनुस्।
May Goddess Laxmi brighten our life.
Laxmi mata hāmro jīvan ujyālo banāun.

तिहारमा दीप र फूलले लक्ष्मीलाई आमन्त्रित गरौँ।
Invite Laxmi with lamps and flowers during Tihar.
Tiharma deep ra phoolle Laxmiklāi āmantrit garaun.

लक्ष्मी माता सबैको घरमा सुख र समृद्धि ल्याउनुस्।
May Goddess Laxmi bring happiness and prosperity to everyone’s home.
Laxmi mata sabaiko gharma sukh ra samriddhi lyāunus.

दीप बाल्दा घर उज्यालो र खुशीले भरियोस्।
Lighting lamps fills the home with light and happiness.
Deep bāldā ghar ujyālo ra khushi le bhariyos.

तिहारमा लक्ष्मी पूजा हाम्रो खुशी हो।
Laxmi Puja during Tihar is our joy.
Tiharma Laxmi pūjā hāmro khushi ho.

दीप बाल्दा लक्ष्मी माता प्रसन्न रहून्।
Lighting lamps keeps Goddess Laxmi happy.
Deep bāldā Laxmi mata prasanna rahun.

फूल र मिठाइले लक्ष्मीको कृपा ल्याउँछ।
Flowers and sweets bring Laxmi’s blessings.
Phool ra mithāile Laxmikō kripā lyāunchha.

दीप र रंगोलीले लक्ष्मी माता स्वागत हुन्छिन्।
Lamps and rangoli welcome Goddess Laxmi.
Deep ra rangolile Laxmi mata swāgat hunchin.

Celebrating Goddess Laxmi during Tihar is more than a religious ritual; it is a reminder of the values that bring richness to our lives. The festival encourages us to maintain cleanliness, show respect for traditions, and cultivate gratitude for the blessings we already have. By lighting lamps, creating colorful rangolis, and offering prayers, families invite positivity, happiness, and prosperity into their homes.

Children learn the significance of devotion and togetherness, while elders pass down age-old customs, ensuring that cultural heritage thrives through generations. The festival also emphasizes the importance of sharing wealth, kindness, and love, reflecting Laxmi Mata’s teachings of generosity and care. The glow of the lamps and the festive decorations create an environment of warmth and unity, reminding everyone that prosperity is not only measured in wealth but also in relationships, joy, and harmony.

Ultimately, Tihar and the worship of Goddess Laxmi inspire people to lead balanced lives, combining material success with spiritual well-being. It is a celebration that strengthens family bonds, spreads happiness, and instills hope, making every home a beacon of light and every heart a sanctuary of devotion.