Sleeping Laxmi Vishnu ji on Laxmi Narayan Shaligram Murti

Description

This sleeping Lord Vishnu and Goddess Laxmi idol is extremely auspicious and powerful, having been skillfully sculpted in Laxmi Narayan Shaligram Shila. The Shaligram Shila represents Lord Vishnu and is a self-manifested stone. This Laxmi Narayan Shaligram has a cavity and spiral impressions, which signify the combined energies of Goddess Laxmi and Narayan (Vishnuji) together. The spiral markings are called a “chakra,” as it is considered the Sudarshan Chakra (discus weapon) of Vishnuji. The Lord Vishnu along with Lord Brahma and Mahesh and is one of the divine Trinity and regarded as the preserver and protector of the Universe. Goddess Laxmi is the consort of Lord Vishnu and the Goddess of material and spiritual wealth, good fortune and abundance. This idol depicts Lord Vishnu lying down on the coiled Snake, Sheshnag, while Goddess Laxmi is sitting at His feet, massaging His legs. A Lotus emerges from Lord Vishnu’s navel, with Lord Brahma sitting on it. The fanned hood of the multi-headed Sheshnag spreads over the divine Lord’s head like an umbrella. All the aspects of this idol are carved in neat detail. The four arms of Lord Vishnu are holding the Gada (mace), the Sudarshan Chakra, the Shankh and in His left lower hand, which is resting casually on His hips, He is holding a Lotus. This divine portrayal of sleeping Vishnu and Laxmi is a popular image. As described in the Puranas, Lord Vishnu is said to rest on His snake Sheshnag’s coiled body in the celestial ocean of milk, Kshirsagar. His consort, Goddess Laxmi, sits at His feet, serving Him. Lord Brahma, the creator of the Universe, is believed to have been manifested by Lord Vishnu, as per some ancient texts. This sleeping Laxmi Vishnu on Laxmi Narayan Shaligram murti is desirable for every home for material contentment, all round happiness. The Shaligram Shila removes Vastu Dosha and shields the dwelling with its high vibration frequency.

The Shaligram shila is collected from Kali Gandaki river in Nepal. This powerful stone can be worshipped without the doing the ritual of Pranprathista (consecration) and the Shaligram does not lose its power even if it breaks or cracks. The worship of Shaligram focuses on six virtues of life which includes creation of wealth, good health, worldly and spiritual pleasures, spiritual progress, protection and righteous living. Worshipping Lord Vishnu sincerely paves the path to Moksha.

Regular worship of Shaligram shila is done by performing the sacred bathing, Abhishek, with water and Tulsi leaves and a mixture of Cow Milk(without boiling), Curd, Ghee, Honey, Sugar.

Height: 3.0 inches
Base Dimension: 2.0 (L) x 5.2 (W) inches
Weight: 739 gms