Goddess Varahi is the Goddess of the earth. She represents courage and valor. Her face is that of a wild boar, and she has a Dhandam in her hand, signifying protection. As per the Devi Mahatmyam, Varahi is one of the Sapta Matrikas whose mission is to fight the demonic powers. She is the female principle of Varaha, the boar avatar of Vishnu. She has the power to bestow boons and is hailed as the Supreme Mother.

 Goddess Varahi represents material wealth, especially gold. Supposedly, the kings of ancient times used to worship Goddess Varahi so that their kingdom would have wealth and prosperity.

 Varahi is the commander-in-chief of the army of Goddess Lalita Devi. She is the 5th Sapta Matrika, and people call her Panchami Devi as well. She and Goddess Matangi always accompany Goddess Lalitha. As she guards Lalitha, devotees have to worship Varahi before worshipping Lalitha. Only then can they gain her blessings. People from all three major Hindu religious sects - Shaivism, Vaishnavism, and Shaktism - worship Varahi. The Varahi temple at Varanasi is famous all over the world and attracts hordes of pilgrims.

 Varahi played a key role in defeating demons who were the enemies of the Gods. Several Puranas extol her bravery and her feats in battle. She slew many leaders of the demon army. During Lalitha's battle against the 3 powerful demons, Shumbha-Nishumbha, Bandasura, and Rakthabeej, Varahi played a predominant role and fought fiercely to overcome them.

A ratri devata or night goddess, she is also known as Dhruma Varahi ("dark Varahi") and Dhumavati ("goddess of darkness"). Varahi is usually worshipped after dusk. Performing night Pooja for Varahi can bestow many benefits. Devotees invoke her after sunset and before sunrise.

Parsaurama Kalpasutra states that midnight is the time to worship her. Shakta cult followers worship Varahi using secretive Vamamarga Tantric practices. This type of worship features panchamakara – wine, fish, grain, meat, and ritual sex. These practices are common in the Kalaratri temple on the banks of the Ganges. Here, devotees worship Varahi only at night, and the shrine is closed during the day. In the Sri Vidya tradition of Shaktism, Varahi has the status of Para Vidya ("transcendental knowledge"). Thirty Yantras and thirty Mantras are prescribed for her worship and to acquire siddhis with her help. This shows her power. She is also compared to the Supreme Shakti

 Iconography of Varahi

Varahi has a dark complexion. She has 8 hands that hold various weapons. One can find Shankh (Conch), Chakra (Discus), Dhanda (Staff), Sword, Noose, Shield, Gada (Mace), and Goad. The Lion, Eagle, or Preta are her mounts. Some of the religious texts describe her as a blue-complexioned Goddess.

 She has a karaṇḍa mukuṭa, a conical basket-shaped crown, on her head and may be portrayed standing, seated, or dancing. She has a potbelly and full breasts, but most of the other Matrikas – except Chamunda – are portrayed as slender and beautiful.

According to the Tantric text, Varahi Tantra, Varahi has five forms - Svapna Varahi, Canda Varahi, Mahi Varahi (Bhairavi), Krcca Varahi, and Matsya Varahi. Some believe that she is Vak Devi, the Goddess of speech.

 The Power of Homam

The ancient Indian Rishis, who gave the world knowledge of Astronomy, Ayurveda, Astrology, etc., were aware that Agni (Fire) has great power. In fact, they considered Agni as a God. Agni can help bring the other Gods. He is also a messenger who transports one’s offerings to the deities.

 Homam or Yagna is a sacrificial ritual that uses fire. The purpose of performing them is to connect with the divine or highest intelligence by offering certain 'sacrifices' into the sacred fire.

 The ancient sages believed that Homam has the power to change even the most challenging situation. It is a tool of intervention that helps engineer solutions to human problems with the help of the divine.

 How Goddess Varahi Helps Devotees

She can ward off the evil eye and the effects of black magic.

She protects you from evil spirits.

She bestows popularity.

She can avert accidents.

She removes your fears and self-doubts and bestows courage and confidence.

She wards off diseases.

She helps you overcome your enemies.

She bestows knowledge, wisdom, happiness, and prosperity.

 Benefits of Varahi Homam

1. Performing Varahi Homam and chanting Varahi Mantra brings progress in business and career.

2. It helps you attain material comforts.

3. Varahi’s blessings can remove all barriers and obstacles.

4. She bestows success in land or property dealings.

5. She helps fulfill your desires.

6. Varahi can banish evil powers and eliminate negativity.

7. Worshipping Varahi on the 8th Moon gives one various talents, victory, and prosperity.

8. Chanting Varahi Mantra and performing Varahi Homam reduces the malefic effects of Rahu, Sarpa Dosha, and Rahu Dosha.

9. In Lalita Sahasranama, Varahi is called Dandanatha Devi, the Goddess who wields the force of justice. Her grace can help you overcome both inner and external enemies, thereby leading to wisdom and spirituality. Performing Varahi Homa removes monetary problems and bestows material prosperity, wealth, and protection.