The Vedic gods are worshiped for fulfilling specific desires. Each god/goddess grants unique blessings, and they are invoked through precise Vedic mantras. These mantras can be found in the sacred Vedas. By worshiping the gods in this way, devotees can achieve their specific goals.
Source: Srimad Bhagavatam, Second Skandha.
Desire | Devata to worship |
Brahmatejas | Brihaspati |
Powerful senses | Indra |
Progeny | Prajapati |
Prosperity | Lakshmi |
Power | Agni |
Wealth | Vasus |
Valour | Rudra |
Abundance of food | Aditi |
Swarga | Adityas |
Kingdom | Vishwedevas |
Control over subjects (for the king) | Sadhyas |
Longevity | Ashwini Kumaras |
Growth | Bhum Devi |
Position | Bhumi and Dyou (sky) together |
Beauty | Gandharvas |
Wife | Urvashi |
To be master of all | Brahma |
Fame | Yajna Prusha |
Treasure | Varuna |
Knowledge | Shiva |
Affection between husband and wife | Parvathy |
Righeousness | Vishnu |
Descendents | Pitrus |
Removal of obstacles | Yakshas |
Strength | Maruths |
Rulership | Lords of Manwantharas |
To harm enemies | Nirriti |
Enjoyments | Chandra |
Moksha | Narayana |
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