When do Lakshmi and Narayan ride together on Garuda Dev? Know the interesting story behind this

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Lakshmi Narayan story: In Sanatan Dharma, worship of Lord Vishnu and Mother Lakshmi is considered a symbol of happiness, prosperity and balance in life. Lord Vishnu’s vehicle is Garuda, who is also known as the king of birds and the embodiment of the Vedas. There are many such stories in religious texts, when Lord Vishnu appears with Mother Lakshmi riding on Garuda for the protection of the devotees, establishment of religion and welfare of the world. After all, when do Lakshmi-Narayan sit together on Garuda and what is the mythological belief behind it, let us know in detail.

Who is Garuda Dev?

Garuda Dev is considered to be the son of Maharishi Kashyap and Mother Vinata. They are called the king of birds and are famous for their amazing strength, swiftness and speed. According to mythology, Garuda had received the nectar pot from the gods to free his mother from slavery. Pleased with his bravery, loyalty and dedication, Lord Vishnu made him his vehicle.

Why did Lord Vishnu choose Garuda as his vehicle?

There is a religious belief that Garuda is not only a symbol of power, but he is also considered a symbol of knowledge, truth and religion. They always follow the orders of Lord Vishnu and are ready to protect the religion. For this reason Lord Vishnu made him his divine vehicle. Garuda has also been said to be the form of the Vedas. His brightness gives the message that a person following the path of knowledge and religion can overcome every difficulty.

When do Lakshmi-Narayan ride together on Garuda?

According to religious beliefs, on the day of Devuthani Ekadashi, Lord Vishnu wakes up from four months of yoga nidra. After this, he tours the universe riding on Garuda along with Mother Lakshmi and blesses his devotees with happiness and prosperity. In the year 2026, Devuthani Ekadashi will be celebrated on 20th November. Marriage, housewarming and all other auspicious functions also begin from this day.

When Lakshmi-Narayan set out to protect religion

Mythological belief also says that whenever the influence of unrighteousness, injustice and demonic powers increases on earth, Lord Vishnu appears riding on Garuda along with Goddess Lakshmi to establish religion and protect the devotees. This is not just a mythological story, but also gives the message that whenever truth and religion are in danger in the world, God protects them in some form or the other.

Riders on Garuda come even on the call of devotees

It is mentioned in religious texts that when a devotee remembers Lord Vishnu with a true heart and takes refuge in him in trouble, then the Lord comes to protect him riding on Garuda. This is why Garuda is also seen as the divine vehicle that transports fast between God and the devotee.

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Disclaimer: The information given in this news is based on religious beliefs and general information. TV9 Bharatvarsha does not confirm this.

Varun Chauhan

More than a decade of experience in electronic and digital media. After doing a journalism course from Asian Academy of Film and Television (AAFT) Noida in 2008, I started my journey in media with the idea of ​​doing something different and new. Since the beginning, I have been interested in making those topics related to Indian culture and religious traditions available to the common people. During his career, he got the opportunity to work in prestigious media organizations like Channel One News, Sahara Samay, A2Z News, News Express, National Voice and Punjab Kesari Digital. While working in these institutions, I got the experience of learning news writing, field reporting, and digital content. At present, in the country’s largest news network TV9 Bharatvarsha, I am fulfilling the responsibility of delivering news related to religion and faith, religious events, astrology, vastu, mythology, temple traditions and fasts and festivals to the readers in simple, easy and factual language. Coverage of Maha Kumbh 2025 is one of the important experiences of my career, where I got the opportunity to write in detail on the faith of crores of devotees, the traditions of Akharas, the activities of Sant Samaj and the religious and cultural aspects related to Kumbh. Apart from this, he has also continuously written on Chardham Yatra, Sawan, Navratri, Diwali, Holi, Chhath Puja, Amarnath Yatra, Ramzan and other major religious events. I have special interest in the study of Indian culture, religious philosophy, astrology, numerology, Vastu Shastra, Puranas and folk beliefs. My endeavor is always to convey religious and spiritual topics to the readers through simple language, so that they can better understand their traditions and cultural heritage.

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