: The lamp is considered the form of Deepalakshmi . Lighting it is said to invite Goddess Mahalakshmi into the house to grant the heart's desires.
(Salutations to the one who grows as limitless joy) thiruvilakku poojai 108 potri in english
(Salutations to the essence of the ocean of grace)... (continuing until 108) : The lamp is considered the form of Deepalakshmi
Below is a selection of the traditional 108 Potri transliterated into English for those who wish to chant without reading Tamil script: thiruvilakku poojai 108 potri in english