Stotra Sangrah — Complete Stotra & Stotram Collection

அபிராமி அந்தாதி

தாரமர் கொன்றையும் சண்பக மாலையும் சாத்தும் தில்லை

A supremely powerful hymn to the Divine Mother (Shakti) as Abhirami — held to grant her direct grace and protection. • Recited for the removal of difficulties, for courage, and for the fulfilment of sincere prayers, as in the saint's own miracle.

अच्युताष्टकम्

अच्युताच्युत हरे परमात्मन् राम कृष्ण पुरुषोत्तम विष्णो ।

Recitation of the Achyutashtakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

आदित्य हृदय स्तोत्र

ततो युद्धपरिश्रान्तं समरे चिन्तया स्थितम् ।

Destroys all enemies and obstacles as promised by Sage Agastya to Lord Rama • Grants victory in all endeavors and competitions

आदित्यहृदयं पुण्यम्

आदित्यहृदयं पुण्यं सर्वशत्रुविनाशनम् ।

Invokes the victory-granting (jayavaham) power of the Sun-god before any difficult endeavour • Traditionally believed to destroy all enemies and obstacles (sarva-shatru-vinashanam)

अगजानन पद्मार्कम्

अगजानन पद्मार्कं गजाननमहर्निशम् ।

A short, tender dhyana verse to begin any prayer, study or undertaking with Ganesha's blessing • Its lovely image of mother and son deepens devotion and a feeling of nearness to the Lord

अरुणां करुणातरङ्गिताक्षीं (ललिता ध्यान)

अरुणां करुणातरङ्गिताक्षीं

Cultivates the supreme non-dual feeling of oneness with the Divine Mother ('Aham') • Invokes Bhavani's compassion, said to ripple endlessly toward her devotees

महालक्ष्मी ध्यान (अक्षस्रक्परशुं)

ॐ अक्षस्रक्परशुं गदेषुकुलिशं पद्मं धनुष्कुण्डिकां

The canonical dhyana of the eighteen-armed Mahalakshmi, slayer of Mahishasura, from the Durga Saptashati • Fixes the complete victorious form of the Goddess — with all her weapons — in the mind for meditation

अङ्गं हरेः पुलकभूषणम्

अङ्गं हरेः पुलकभूषणमाश्रयन्ती

The opening invocation of the Kanakadhara Stotram, the most famous prayer to remove poverty • Believed to attract the grace of Lakshmi's wealth-bestowing kataksha (glance)

अङ्गारक स्तोत्रम्

अस्य श्री अङ्गारकस्तोत्रस्य ।

Recites the celebrated names of Mangala (Mars) and is one of the foremost remedies (parihara) for an afflicted or malefic Mars in the horoscope. • Traditionally chanted for Rina-Mochana — release from debt, loans and financial bondage, as Angaraka is hailed as 'Rinaharta', the remover of debt.

आञ्जनेय भुजङ्गम्

ॐ

Recitation of the Anjaneya Bhujangam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the deity. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

आञ्जनेय मङ्गलाष्टकम्

कपिश्रेष्ठाय शूराय सुग्रीवप्रियमन्त्रिणे ।

Recitation of the Anjaneya Mangalashtakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the deity. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

श्री आञ्जनेय स्तोत्रम् (रामदूत स्तोत्रम्)

रं रं रं रक्तवर्णं दिनकरवदनं तीक्ष्णदंष्ट्राकरालं

Grants powerful protection from negative forces, black magic, evil spirits and the seven vetalas named in the verses • The repeated bija-syllables (Ram, Kham, Im, Sam, Ham) charge the recitation with mantric potency

నానాటి బతుకు నాటకము

నానాటి బతుకు నాటకము

A profound teaching of detachment (vairagya) — that worldly life is a passing play and liberation is the true goal. • Calms the mind and loosens attachment to gains and losses, gently turning the heart toward God.

श्री अन्नपूर्णा स्तोत्रम्

नित्यानन्दकरी वराभयकरी सौन्दर्यरत्नाकरी

Composed by Adi Shankaracharya, this hymn to Mata Annapurna of Kashi is recited for nourishment, abundance, and freedom from want — that no devotee may ever lack food. • It praises the Goddess as the giver of food, knowledge and liberation, and famously begs not for food alone but for jnana and vairagya (wisdom and dispassion).

आपदामपहर्तारम् (आपदामपहर्तारं श्लोक)

आपदामपहर्तारं दातारं सर्वसम्पदाम्।

Invokes Sri Rama's protection to remove calamities, dangers and sudden misfortune • Prays for the bestowal of all prosperity, wealth and auspiciousness

आपदुद्धारक हनुमत् स्तोत्रम्

ॐ अस्य श्रीआपदुद्धारक हनुमत्स्तोत्रमहामन्त्रस्य, विभीषण ऋषिः, हनुमान् देवता, सर्वापदुद्धारक श्रीहनुमत्प्रसादेन मम सर्वापन्निवृत्त्यर्थे, सर्वकार्यानुकूल्यसिद्ध्यर्थे जपे विनियोगः।

Specifically invoked to be rescued from sudden calamities and misfortune (apad) of every kind • The verses promise that those who remember Hanuman have 'no danger anywhere' — in prison, travel, battle, water, fire or forest

आराधिता सैव नृणाम् (देवी की शरण — फल-श्लोक)

ऋषिरुवाच

Affirms the supreme phala (fruit) of Devi worship — bhoga (enjoyment), svarga (heaven) and apavarga (liberation) • Counsels taking complete refuge (sharanam) in the supreme Goddess as the remedy for delusion

अर्धनारीनटेश्वर स्तोत्रम्

चाम्पेयगौरार्धशरीरकायै

Honours the inseparable union of Shiva and Shakti (consciousness and energy) • Considered highly auspicious for married couples and for marital harmony

अर्धनारीश्वर स्तोत्रम्

श्रीगणेशाय नमः ॥

Recitation of the Ardhanarishwara Stotram is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

अर्गला स्तोत्रम्

ॐ अस्य श्रीअर्गलास्तोत्रमन्त्रस्य विष्णुरृषिः,

One of the three angas (Kavach, Argala, Keelaka) recited before the Durga Saptashati to make the parayan complete and fruitful • Its refrain prays for beauty, victory, fame and the destruction of enemies — invoked for success and triumph over difficulties

अर्जुनकृत दुर्गा स्तोत्रम्

नमस्ते सिद्धसेनानि आर्ये मन्दरवासिनि।

Recited before battles and great undertakings for assured victory, as granted to Arjuna • Invokes the protection of Goddess Durga in her fierce, demon-slaying forms

अष्टलक्ष्मी स्तोत्रम्

॥ आदिलक्ष्मी ॥

Invokes Lakshmi's grace across all eight dimensions of prosperity at once • Each verse addresses a specific need — wealth, food, courage, victory, children, knowledge and power

असितगिरिसमं स्यात्

असितगिरिसमं स्यात् कज्जलं सिन्धुपात्रे

Evokes awe and devotion through its sublime image of Shiva's infinite glory • A cherished standalone verse, often quoted to convey the limitlessness of the Divine

अवधूत गीता (प्रारम्भिक श्लोक)

ईश्वरानुग्रहादेव पुंसामद्वैतवासना।

Imparts the highest Advaita (non-dual) wisdom in the direct words of Lord Dattatreya • Dissolves the sense of bondage by affirming 'You are not the body... you are pure consciousness'

अयि शतखण्डविखण्डित

अयि शतखण्डविखण्डितरुण्डवितुण्डितशुण्डगजाधिपते

A powerful warrior verse of the Mahishasura Mardini Stotram invoking Durga's fierce battle valour • Chanted for courage, victory over enemies and the destruction of negativity

बगलामुखी स्तोत्रम् (श्रीब्रह्मास्त्रमहाविद्याबगलामुखीस्तोत्रम्)

अथ ध्यानम् —

Invokes Bagalamukhi's power of stambhana — stunning, silencing and immobilising enemies, opponents and hostile forces • Grants victory in disputes, litigation, debates, competition and conflict, as the famous 'vadi mukati' verse declares

बालात्रिपुरसुन्दरी ध्यान स्तोत्रम्

अरुणकिरणजालैः रञ्जिताशावकाशा

The essential meditation (dhyana) verse for installing Bala Tripurasundari in the heart before japa or puja • Invokes Bala, the youthful form of Lalita Tripurasundari and a beloved deity of Sri Vidya, especially for new initiates

बटुक भैरव अष्टोत्तरशतनाम स्तोत्रम्

ॐ भैरवो भूतनाथश्च भूतात्मा भूतभावनः।

Invokes Batuka Bhairava as Sarvapat-Tarana — the deliverer from every calamity and danger • The phala-shruti promises freedom from all fear of spirits (bhuta-bhaya), enemies and sins

बटुक भैरव स्तोत्रम्

वन्दे बालं स्फटिकसदृशं कुण्डलोद्भासिवक्त्रं

Invokes the protection of Batuka Bhairava, the guardian who 'lifts devotees out of calamity' (Apaduddharaka) • Traditionally recited to remove fear, danger, enemies, black magic and sudden misfortune

పలుకే బంగారమాయెన

పలుకే బంగారమాయెన కోదండపాణి

A heartfelt cry of intimate devotion to Lord Rama, expressing total trust in His name even amid longing and complaint. • Sung in homes and temples in praise of Rama, especially at Bhadrachalam and during Rama Navami.

श्री भगवद्ध्यानसोपानम्

अन्तर्ज्योतिः किमपि यमिनामञ्जनं योगदृष्टे-

Guides the devotee in dhyana (meditation) on Lord Ranganatha's divine form from feet to crown • Composed by Swami Vedanta Desika, one of the greatest Sri Vaishnava acharyas

भगवद्गीता किञ्चिदधीता

भगवद्गीता किञ्चिदधीता गङ्गाजल लवकणिका पीता ।

A reassuring verse from Bhaja Govindam on the power of even small devotion • Teaches that a little study of the Gita and worship of Vishnu conquer the fear of death

ಭಾಗ್ಯದ ಲಕ್ಷ್ಮೀ ಬಾರಮ್ಮ

ಭಾಗ್ಯದ ಲಕ್ಷ್ಮೀ ಬಾರಮ್ಮ

The most cherished Kannada invocation of Goddess Lakshmi, sung to invite wealth, fortune and auspiciousness into the home. • Especially recited on Fridays and during Varamahalakshmi and Lakshmi puja, the most sacred occasions for the Goddess.

भज गोविन्दम्

भज गोविन्दं भज गोविन्दं गोविन्दं भज मूढमते ।

Profound wake-up call for the mind lost in material pursuits • Cultivates vairagya (detachment) — the foundation of spiritual progress

भक्तामर स्तोत्र

भक्तामर-प्रणत-मौलि-मणि-प्रभाणा-

Invokes the grace and protection of the first Tirthankara, Adinatha • Traditionally believed to dissolve fear, bondage, imprisonment and obstacles

भवान्यष्टकम्

न तातो न माता न बन्धुर्न दाता न पुत्रो न पुत्री न भृत्यो न भर्ता ।

Composed by Adi Shankaracharya, the Bhavani Ashtakam is a supreme prayer of total surrender (sharanagati) to the Mother Goddess Bhavani. • In eight verses the devotee confesses that he has no other support and no spiritual merit of his own, and casts himself entirely upon the Mother — 'you alone are my refuge'.

भए प्रगट कृपाला

भए प्रगट कृपाला दीनदयाला कौसल्या हितकारी।

Celebrates the divine birth of Lord Rama — central to Rama Navami worship • Fills the heart with devotion and the joy of beholding the Lord's beautiful form

भो शम्भो शिव शम्भो स्वयम्भो

भो शम्भो शिव शम्भो स्वयम्भो॥

Blends loving devotion (bhakti) with the highest Advaitic vision of Shiva as Nirguna Brahman • Its simple, repetitive refrain 'Bho Shambho' makes it easy and joyful to sing as kirtan

भूतनाथ स्तोत्रम् (भूतनाथ सदानन्द)

भूतनाथ सदानन्द सर्वभूतदयापर ।

The classic dhyana (meditation) sloka of Lord Ayyappa / Sri Dharma Shasta — used to open his worship • A single, easily-memorised verse of total surrender, crying 'raksha raksha' — 'protect, protect'

बिल्वाष्टकम्

त्रिदलं त्रिगुणाकारं त्रिनेत्रं च त्रियायुधम् ।

Recited while offering bilva (bel) leaves to the Shiva Linga — each leaf is said to wash away the sins of three lifetimes. • The Bilvashtaka declares that one bilva leaf offered to Shiva equals the merit of great sacrifices and immense charity.

ब्रह्मज्ञानावलीमाला

असङ्गोऽहमसङ्गोऽहमसङ्गोऽहं पुनः पुनः।

Said to bestow the knowledge of Brahman (Brahma-jnana) even upon a single attentive hearing • Powerfully reinforces the great Advaitic truths 'Aham Brahmasmi' and 'Brahman is real, the world illusory'

బ్రహ్మం ఒక్కటే

బ్రహ్మ మొక్కటే పరబ్రహ్మ మొక్కటే

A profound teaching of the oneness of God and the spiritual equality of all beings, sung with devotion. • Dissolves the ego's sense of high and low, cultivating humility and seeing Sri Hari as the Self in all.

बुध स्तोत्रम्

अस्य श्रीबुधस्तोत्रमहामन्त्रस्य वसिष्ठ ऋषिः । अनुष्टुप्छन्दः ।

Recitation of the Budh Stotram is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the deity. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

चन्द्र स्तोत्रम्

नमश्चन्द्रमसे ॥

Recitation of the Chandra Stotram is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the deity. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

चन्द्रमौलीश स्तोत्रम्

श्रीगणेशाय नमः ।

Recitation of the Chandramaulisha Stotram is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the deity. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

चतुःश्लोकी

कान्तस्ते पुरुषोत्तमः फणिपतिः शय्यासनं वाहनं

Invokes the grace of Goddess Lakshmi, the divine Mother and bestower of all auspiciousness • Considered a supreme prayer for spiritual prosperity, since Lakshmi's glance grants every good of this world and the next

चिन्मय लिङ्गाष्टकम्

(श्रीरुद्रकृतम्)

Recitation of the Chinmaya Lingashtakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

दक्षिणामूर्ति स्तोत्रम्

मौनव्याख्याप्रकटितपरब्रह्मतत्त्वं युवानं

One of the supreme philosophical hymns of Advaita Vedanta, composed by Adi Shankaracharya in ten verses (with a dhyana and closing verse) • Worships Shiva as Dakshinamurti — the ever-youthful, silent Guru who teaches the highest truth through silence (mauna)

दक्षिणामूर्ति अष्टकम्

अगणितगुणगणमप्रमेमाद्यं

Recitation of the Dakshinamurti Ashtakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

दामोदराष्टकम्

दामोदराय कृष्णाय करे वंशीधराय च ।

Recitation of the Damodarashtakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

दारिद्र्य दहन शिव स्तोत्रम्

विश्वेश्वराय नरकार्णवतारणाय

Specifically designed to DESTROY POVERTY — each verse ends with this declaration • One of the most powerful Shiva prayers for financial transformation

दशश्लोकी (निर्वाण दशकम्)

ॐ तत् सत्।

Recitation of the Dashashloki (Nirvana Dashakam) is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the deity. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

दशावतार स्तोत्रम्

नमोऽस्तु नारायणमन्दिराय नमोऽस्तु हारायणकन्धराय ।

Recitation of the Dashavatara Stotram is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

दशरथ कृत शनि स्तोत्र

राजा दशरथः स्तोत्रं सौरेरिदमथाकरोत्॥

Specifically composed by King Dasharatha to appease Saturn during Sade Sati • Most powerful remedy for Shani Dosha, Sade Sati, and Saturn transit

दत्त बावनी

जय योगीश्वर दत्त दयाळ। तुं ज एक जगमां प्रतिपाळ॥

Invokes Lord Dattatreya as 'Sharanaagata-no taaranahaar' — the sure rescuer of all who surrender • Traditionally recited to remove difficulties, fear and obstacles and to gain Datta's protection

श्रीदत्तात्रेय स्तोत्रम्

जटाधरं पाण्डुराङ्गं शूलहस्तं कृपानिधिम्।

Invokes Lord Dattatreya, who as 'Sarva-roga-hara' removes all diseases and grants health • Worships the Trimurti (Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva) united in one form — comprehensive devotion

देवी अपराध क्षमापन स्तोत्रम्

श्रीगणेशाय नमः ।

Recitation of the Devi Aparadha Kshamapana Stotram is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Divine Mother. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

देवि प्रपन्नार्तिहरे प्रसीद

देवि प्रपन्नार्तिहरे प्रसीद

Invokes the Mother's grace and immediate protection for those who surrender to her • Believed to remove the distress and afflictions (arti) of devotees who take refuge in her

देवी प्रातःस्मरण स्तोत्रम्

प्रातः स्मरामि शरदिन्दुकरोज्ज्वलाभां

A beautiful dawn prayer (pratah-smarana) that begins the day with remembrance of the Divine Mother • Each verse — smarami (remember), namami (bow), bhajami (worship) — deepens devotion step by step

देव्या यया ततमिदं जगत् (शक्रादि स्तुति का प्रारम्भ)

ऋषिरुवाच

Adores the Devi as the all-pervading power and the unity of all the gods' energies • Invokes Chandika's resolve to protect the world and dispel the fear of all evil (ashubha-bhaya)

धन्वन्तरि स्तोत्रम्

ॐ शङ्खं चक्रं जलौकां दधदमृतघटं चारुदोर्भिश्चतुर्भिः

Invokes Lord Dhanvantari, the divine physician, for good health and freedom from disease • Traditionally recited by Ayurvedic doctors and students before treating patients or studying medicine

धराधरेन्द्रनन्दिनीविलासबन्धु

धराधरेन्द्र नन्दिनी विलासबन्धु बन्धुर

A cherished verse of the Shiva Tandava Stotram describing Shiva as the loving companion of Parvati • Its central prayer is that Shiva's merciful glance (kripa-kataksha) may ward off the direst calamities

धर्मशास्ता स्तोत्रम् (लोकवीरं महापूज्यम्)

लोकवीरं महापूज्यं सर्वरक्षाकरं विभुम् ।

The principal Namaskara Slokam (prayer of prostration) to Lord Ayyappa / Sri Dharma Shasta — a complete daily prayer in five verses • Each verse offers a bow to the Lord and closes with 'Shastaram Pranamamyaham', 'I bow to Shasta'

धूमावती स्तोत्रम् (धूमावत्यष्टकम्)

प्रातर्यास्यात् कुमारी कुसुमकलिकया जापमालां जपन्ती

Wards off all calamities, accidents and great dangers (sarva-apad-nivaraka), as the hymn itself declares • Drives away enemies, evil spirits, ghosts and negative forces by mere remembrance

दिनयामिन्यौ सायं प्रातः

दिनयामिन्यौ सायं प्रातः शिशिरवसन्तौ पुनरायातः ।

Awakens vivid awareness of the swift, ceaseless passing of Time • Exposes the relentless 'wind of desire' that binds the heart

श्री दुर्गा आपदुद्धारक स्तोत्रम्

नमस्ते शरण्ये शिवे सानुकम्पे

Invoked specifically for deliverance from sudden dangers, accidents and grave calamities • Protects travellers in forests, on water, in storms and in hostile situations

दुर्गा द्वादशनाम स्तोत्रम्

ॐ दुर्गा दुर्गार्तिशमनी दुर्गापद्विनिवारिणी।

Invokes the twelve sacred names of Goddess Durga, each calling on Her power over difficulty and danger • The hymn itself promises freedom from all fears (sarva-bhaya) to its reciter

दुर्गा द्वात्रिंशन्नाममाला स्तोत्रम्

दुर्गा दुर्गार्तिशमनी दुर्गापद्विनिवारिणी ।

Recites the thirty-two sacred names of Goddess Durga, each invoking Her power over difficulty and danger • Promised in the hymn itself to free the devotee from all fears (sarva-bhaya)

दुर्गे स्मृता हरसि

दुर्गे स्मृता हरसि भीतिमशेषजन्तोः

Declares that the mere remembrance of Durga removes the fear of every living being • Bestows an auspicious, clear and noble mind (mati) upon those who are well

द्वादश ज्योतिर्लिंग स्तोत्र

सौराष्ट्रे सोमनाथं च श्रीशैले मल्लिकार्जुनम्।

Invokes all twelve Jyotirlingas — the holiest, self-manifested shrines of Lord Shiva — in a single short prayer • Traditionally recited at dawn and dusk; said to wash away the sins of seven lifetimes (sapta-janma-kritam papam)

द्वादश स्तोत्र

वन्दे वन्द्यं सदानन्दं वासुदेवं निरञ्जनम्।

Invokes the grace of Vishnu-Vasudeva, the bestower of all cherished boons • Traditionally sung during naivedya (food offering) to invoke the Lord's presence

एभिः स्तवैश्च मां नित्यम्

देव्युवाच

Contains the Goddess's own promise to quell every calamity of her devotees • Recited as the phalashruti (declaration of fruits) of the Durga Saptashati

एकश्लोकी

किं ज्योतिस्तवभानुमानहनि मे रात्रौ प्रदीपादिकं

Recitation of the Eka Shloki is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the deity. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

एकदन्त स्तोत्रम् (एकदन्तशरणागति स्तोत्रम्)

श्रीगणेशाय नमः ।

Adores Ganesha as Ekadanta, the supreme Brahman beyond beginning, middle and end — a hymn of deep Vedantic surrender (sharanagati) • Its own phalashruti promises that reciting the verses 21 times a day for 21 days fulfils every desire and makes nothing in the three worlds difficult to attain

एकदन्तं महाकायं

एकदन्तं महाकायं लम्बोदरगजाननम् ।

A short, easily memorised salutation to invoke Ganesha at the start of any worship or new work • Names Ganesha as Vighna-nashaka — the direct destroyer of obstacles

एष ब्रह्मा च विष्णुश्च

एष ब्रह्मा च विष्णुश्च शिवः स्कन्दः प्रजापतिः ।

Declares the Sun to be the embodiment of all the principal deities — Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva and more • Chanting it is considered equivalent to worshipping all the gods simultaneously

एवं भगवती देवी सा नित्यापि

एवं भगवती देवी सा नित्यापि पुनः पुनः ।

Reveals the Goddess as the eternal power behind creation, sustenance and dissolution • Recited to seek both knowledge (vijnana) and prosperity (riddhi) from the Mother

गजेन्द्रमोक्ष स्तोत्रम्

श्रीशुक उवाच -

Regarded as the supreme hymn of total surrender (sharanagati) to the Lord • Believed to invoke the Lord's immediate protection in moments of grave danger and distress

गणेश पञ्चरत्नम्

मुदाकरात्तमोदकं सदा विमुक्तिसाधकं

A jewel-like five-verse hymn by Adi Shankaracharya praising Ganesha as the remover of every obstacle and bestower of liberation. • Daily dawn recitation is promised to grant health, freedom from faults, fine learning and virtuous children (as stated in the final verse).

गणेश पञ्चचामर स्तोत्रम्

श्रीगणेशाय नमः ।

Recitation of the Ganesha Panchachamara Stotram is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

श्री गणेश पञ्चरत्नम्

मुदा करात्त मोदकं सदा विमुक्ति साधकं ।

Composed by Adi Shankaracharya, the 'Five Jewels' of Lord Ganesha is recited to invoke his blessings for wisdom, the removal of obstacles, and success in every undertaking. • Its dense, beautiful verses praise Ganesha as Vinayaka, Ekadanta and lord of the ganas, deepening devotion and concentration as they are chanted.

गंगालहरी

समृद्धं सौभाग्यं सकलवसुधायाः किमपि तन्

Invokes Mother Ganga, whose waters are believed to wash away the gravest sins • Cultivates total surrender (sharanagati) to the Divine Mother

गंगा स्तोत्र

देवि सुरेश्वरि भगवति गङ्गे त्रिभुवनतारिणि तरलतरङ्गे।

The most beloved hymn to Maa Ganga, composed by Adi Shankaracharya in fourteen verses • Said to wash away the sins and misdeeds of lifetimes and carry the devotee across the ocean of samsara

गणपति अथर्वशीर्ष

॥ शान्ति पाठ ॥

The Ganpati Atharvashirsha is among the most powerful and revered Ganesha texts — an Upanishad that identifies Ganesha with Brahman, the supreme Reality. • Daily recitation is said to free one from all obstacles, the five great sins, and fear, and to bestow dharma, wealth, fulfilment and liberation (the four purusharthas).

गरुड गमन तव (विष्णु स्तोत्रम्)

गरुडगमन तव चरणकमलमिह

Cultivates loving surrender (sharanagati) at the lotus feet of Lord Vishnu • The repeated prayer 'take away my suffering' brings relief from the threefold afflictions (tapa-traya)

गौरीदशकम्

लीलारब्धस्थापितलुप्ताखिललोकां

Grants mastery and power of speech (vacham siddhi), as promised in the phala-shruti verse • Bestows foremost prosperity (sampadam agryam) and steadfast devotion to Shiva

गीता ध्यानम्

ॐ पार्थाय प्रतिबोधितां भगवता नारायणेन स्वयं

The traditional nine 'dhyana' (meditation) verses chanted before reading the Bhagavad Gita • Salutes the Gita itself as the Divine Mother, and honours Vyasa and Krishna

गोपिका गीत

गोप्य ऊचुः -

Considered one of the highest expressions of pure, selfless love (prema-bhakti) for the Lord • Awakens intense longing and devotion for Sri Krishna in the heart

गोविन्द दामोदर स्तोत्रम्

अग्रे कुरूणामथ पाण्डवानां

Fills the heart and tongue with the sweet holy names Govinda, Damodara and Madhava • Establishes the habit of constant nama-smarana (remembrance of the Lord's names)

गोविंद नामालु

श्री श्रीनिवासा गोविंदा

A simple and joyful chant that anyone can sing — calling on all 108 glories and incarnations of Lord Venkateswara (Govinda) of Tirumala. • Chanted continuously by devotees during the darshan of Lord Balaji and in Tirumala Tirupati (TTD) — the very name on every pilgrim’s lips on Tirumala.

गोविन्दं भज मूढमते

भज गोविन्दं भज गोविन्दं गोविन्दं भज मूढमते ।

A constant reminder to place God above mere intellectual pursuit • Cultivates detachment and the remembrance that death is certain

गोविन्दाष्टकम्

श्री गणेशाय नमः ॥

Recitation of the Govindashtakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

गुरु गीता (चयनित श्लोक)

गुकारश्चान्धकारो हि ककारस्तेज उच्यते।

Reveals the supreme glory of the Guru as Brahman itself — the heart of guru-bhakti • Each verse deepens reverence and surrender to the Sadguru's form, feet, word and grace

श्रीगुरुपादुका स्तोत्रम्

अनन्तसंसारसमुद्रतार-नौकायिताभ्यां गुरुभक्तिदाभ्याम्।

Deepens Guru-bhakti — devotion and surrender to the spiritual master • Carries the devotee across the ocean of samsara toward liberation (moksha)

हंसयुक्तविमानस्थे — नारायणि नमोऽस्तु ते (मातृका रूप)

हंसयुक्तविमानस्थे ब्रह्माणीरूपधारिणि ।

Invokes all the Sapta-Matrika (Seven Mother) energies as the one Goddess Narayani • Each verse aligns the devotee with a specific divine power — creation (Brahmani), dissolution (Maheshwari), valour (Kaumari, Aindri), protection (Vaishnavi, Varahi, Narasimhi)

हनुमान बाहुक

सिंधु तरन, सिय-सोच हरन, रबि बाल बरन तनु ।

Specifically composed by Tulsidas to cure his own arm disease — and it worked • One of the most powerful healing prayers in Hindu tradition

हनुमान द्वादशनाम स्तोत्र

हनुमानञ्जनासूनुर्वायुपुत्रो महाबलः।

Recites the twelve sacred names of Hanuman — a short, powerful daily stotra • Traditionally chanted at bedtime and before travel for safety and protection on the journey

हनुमान् वडवानल स्तोत्रम्

अस्य श्रीहनुमद्वडवानलस्तोत्रमन्त्रस्य श्रीरामचन्द्र ऋषिः,

Offers powerful protection from black magic, evil eye, curses and negative tantric forces • Traditionally chanted to relieve persistent fevers and chronic, hard-to-cure illnesses

हनुमत् पञ्चरत्नम्

(भगवत्पादानां रामभुजङ्गतः)

Recitation of the Hanumat Pancharatnam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the deity. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

श्री हनुमत् स्तोत्रम्

अक्षादिराक्षसहरं दशकण्ठदर्प-

Combines praise of Hanuman's heroic deeds with direct, heartfelt prayers for one's own protection and needs • Begs Hanuman for protection from enemies and from 'the heap of suffering caused by foes' (ripu-duhkha-punja)

हरि स्तोत्रम्

जगज्जालपालं चलत्कण्ठमालं

A jewel among Vishnu stotras — eight ornate verses (with a closing phala-shruti) celebrated for their music and wordplay, beginning 'Jagajjalapalam' • Each verse paints a different facet of Hari and ends with the loving refrain 'Bhaje'ham Bhaje'ham' — 'Him I worship, Him I worship'

हरिवरासनम्

हरिवरासनं विश्वमोहनं

The 'urakka paattu' (sleep song) sung as the doors of Sabarimala close each night • An eight-verse refuge prayer to Lord Ayyappa, son of Hari (Vishnu) and Hara (Shiva)

हस्तामलकीयम् (हस्तामलकस्तोत्रम्)

कस्त्वं शिशो कस्य कुतोऽसि गन्ता

Presents the essence of Advaita Vedanta through vivid, easy-to-grasp similes (sun, mirror, reflected moon) • Strengthens the realization 'I am the eternal witness-consciousness, not the body or mind'

हयग्रीव स्तोत्रम् (हयग्रीव सम्पदा स्तोत्रम्)

ज्ञानानन्दमयं देवं निर्मलस्फटिकाकृतिम् ।

Traditionally chanted for knowledge, wisdom, memory and clarity of speech — a favourite of students before study and examinations. • Said to grant 'sampada' (abundance) of learning and eloquence, as the closing verse promises to those who recite it.

हेतुः समस्तजगताम्

हेतुः समस्तजगतां त्रिगुणापि दोषै-

Deepens understanding of the Devi as Adya Prakriti — the supreme primordial source of all • A contemplative verse for spiritual seekers reflecting on the formless cause behind creation

इन्द्रकृत लक्ष्मीस्तोत्रम्

ॐ नमः कमलवासिन्यै नारायण्यै नमो नमः।

A scriptural (Puranic) stotra spoken by Indra himself, carrying great authority • Reveals Lakshmi present in every sphere — Vaikuntha, heaven, palace, home, harvest and cattle

इति दत्त्वा तयोर्देवी

मार्कण्डेय उवाच

Marks the auspicious conclusion of the Durga Saptashati recitation • Recited at the close of the Chandi Path to seal its merit

इत्युक्त्वा सा भगवती चण्डिका

ऋषिरुवाच

Recounts the restoration of cosmic order by the Goddess after her victory • Recited to invoke peace, security and the triumph of good over evil

जगन्नाथ स्तोत्रम् (नीलाचलनिवासाय)

नीलाचलनिवासाय नित्याय परमात्मने ।

A prayer of sharanagati (complete surrender) — recited to place oneself wholly in the protection of Lord Jagannatha. • Said to remove sorrow, fear and helplessness, recalling the Lord's swift rescue of Draupadi and Gajendra.

जगन्नाथाष्टकम्

कदाचित्कालिन्दीतटविपिनसङ्गीतकरवो कवरो

Recitation of the Jagannathashtakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

श्री जानकी स्तोत्रम्

जानकि त्वां नमस्यामि सर्वपापप्रणाशिनीम्।

Invokes the grace of Goddess Sita as the Divine Mother, who destroys all sins (sarva-paapa-pranaashini) • Specifically praised as the destroyer of poverty (daaridrya-rana-samhartri) — recited for prosperity and abundance

जय राधा माधव

(जय) राधा-माधव (जय) कुञ्ज-बिहारी ।

In a few simple words it offers a complete darshan of Vrindavan — Radha, the gopis, Govardhana, Yashoda, Vraja and the Yamuna • Awakens loving remembrance (smarana) of Krishna's sweet pastimes in Braj

जयन्ती मङ्गला काली स्तोत्रम्

जयन्ती मङ्गला काली भद्रकाली कपालिनी।

Invokes the Goddess through her nine most sacred names (Durga Nava Nama) • Recited for protection from fear, danger, disease and negative influences

जयाय जयभद्राय

जयाय जयभद्राय हर्यश्वाय नमो नमः ।

A powerful salutation (namaskara) verse invoking Surya as the embodiment of victory (Jaya) • Repeated 'namo namah' makes it ideal for rhythmic, meditative recitation and japa

का ते कान्ता कस्ते पुत्रः

का ते कान्ता कस्ते पुत्रः संसारोऽयमतीव विचित्रः ।

Provokes deep self-inquiry — 'Who am I? Whence have I come?' • Loosens attachment to family relationships seen as permanent

काल भैरव अष्टकम्

देवराजसेव्यमानपावनाङ्घ्रिपङ्कजं

Kaal Bhairav is the kotwal (police chief) of Kashi — he guards the holy city • Destroys fear, removes karmic bondage, and conquers death itself

ककाररूपा कल्याणी (ललिता त्रिशती आरम्भ)

ककाररूपा कल्याणी कल्याणगुणशालिनी ।

Each name is built on the syllables of the sacred Panchadashi mantra of Sri Vidya • Invokes the auspiciousness (kalyana) of the Goddess in every aspect of life

कालिका अष्टकम्

ध्यानम् ।

Recitation of the Kalika Ashtakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

कल्याण मन्दिर स्तोत्र

कल्याण-मन्दिर-मुदार-मवद्य-भेदि

Invokes the grace and protection of Parshvanatha, the 23rd Tirthankara • Recitation is believed to bring auspiciousness (kalyana) and dispel sin

श्री कामाख्या स्तोत्रम्

जय कामेशि चामुण्डे जय भूतापहारिणि।

Invokes Kamakhya Devi, the Mother of the great Shakti Peetha of Assam • The concluding pranama mantra is chanted to seek the fulfilment of righteous desires (kamana)

कामाक्षी स्तोत्रम्

कल्पानोकह-पुष्प-जाल-विलसन्नीलालकां मातृकां

Invokes the grace of Devi Kamakshi of Kanchi, regarded as a direct seat of Tripura Sundari and the awakened Shakti • Each verse is a complete meditation on the Mother's form, beauty and cosmic powers

कमला स्तोत्रम् (ओंकाररूपिणी देवि)

ओंकाररूपिणी देवि विशुद्धसत्त्वरूपिणी।

Invokes Goddess Kamala (Lakshmi/Kamalatmika), the tenth Mahavidya, for wealth, abundance and auspiciousness • Wards off all disease and the fear of fever, as the hymn explicitly declares

कनकधारा स्तोत्रम्

वन्दे वन्दारुमन्दारमिन्दिरानन्दकन्दलम् ।

Composed by Shankaracharya specifically to remove poverty • The 'golden rain' miracle makes this the most famous wealth-attracting stotra

கந்தர் அலங்காரம்

காப்பு

A garland (alankaram) of richly poetic Tamil verses adoring Lord Murugan — devotion blended with Tamil literary beauty • Each verse is treasured as a mantra; reciting them is held to bring Murugan's grace and the dissolving of karmic bondage

கந்தர் அனுபூதி

நெஞ்சக் கனகல்லு நெகிழ்ந்து உருகத்

A supreme hymn for the direct, inner experience (anubhuti) of the Divine — not just outward worship • Held to cut through the bondage of ego, desire and worldly illusion (maya) when recited with feeling

कार्यसिद्धि हनुमान स्तोत्रम्

मनोजवं मारुततुल्यवेगं

Recited for Karya Siddhi — success and accomplishment in tasks, work, examinations and important endeavours • Removes obstacles and the fear of failure when beginning any new undertaking

काशी पञ्चकम्

मनोनिवृत्तिः परमोपशान्तिः

Recitation of the Kashi Panchakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the deity. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

कस्तूरीतिलकम् (गोपाल ध्यान श्लोक)

कस्तूरीतिलकं ललाटपटले वक्षःस्थले कौस्तुभं

A complete dhyana shloka to visualise Lord Krishna (Gopala) before worship or japa • Brings the beautiful form of Venugopala vividly to the mind, deepening devotion

कीलकम्

ॐ अस्य श्रीकीलकमन्त्रस्य शिवऋषिः, अनुष्टुप् छन्दः,

The third of the three angas (Kavach, Argala, Keelaka) recited before the Durga Saptashati • Reveals the 'keelaka' (key) that unlocks the full power of the Saptashati recitation

किमेकं दैवतं लोके

युधिष्ठिर उवाच —

Introduces the Vishnu Sahasranamam — one of the most revered hymns in Hinduism • Bhishma declares chanting Vishnu's names the highest of all dharmas

कस्त्वं कोऽहं कुत आयातः

कस्त्वं कोऽहं कुत आयातः का मे जननी को मे तातः ।

Offers a direct method of self-inquiry — 'Who am I? Whence have I come?' • Dissolves false identification with parents, body, and worldly roles

कृष्णकर्णामृतम् (चयनिका)

चिन्तामणिर्जयति सोमगिरिर्गुरुर्मे

Immerses the heart in the madhurya (sweetness) of Lord Krishna's beauty, smile and pastimes • The opening 'cintamanir jayati' is a treasured benediction honouring one's guru and the Lord together

कृष्णाष्टकम्

वसुदेवसुतं देवं कंसचाणूरमर्दनम् ।

A beloved eight-verse hymn to Sri Krishna, beginning 'Vasudeva-sutam devam', recited the world over • Each verse adores a different aspect of Krishna's beauty and glory and ends with the refrain 'Krishnam vande jagadgurum' — 'I bow to Krishna, the Guru of the world'

लक्ष्मीं क्षीरसमुद्रराजतनयाम् (महालक्ष्मी ध्यान)

लक्ष्मीं क्षीरसमुद्रराजतनयां श्रीरङ्गधामेश्वरीं

One of the most beloved dhyana shlokas of Mahalakshmi, invoking her as the supreme source of all prosperity • Recited for wealth, glory, well-being and the grace of the Goddess of fortune

क्षीरोदन्वत्प्रदेशे (विष्णु ध्यानम्)

क्षीरोदन्वत्प्रदेशे शुचिमणिविलसत्सैकतेर्मौक्तिकानां

A serene dhyana verse to invoke Lord Vishnu (Mukunda) at the start of worship • Its vivid imagery steadies and purifies the mind for meditation and japa

कूर्म स्तोत्रम्

नमाम ते देव पदारविन्दं प्रपन्नतापोपशमातपत्रम् ।

A powerful prayer of sharanagati (surrender) at the lotus feet of Lord Vishnu • Remembering the Lord's feet through this hymn is said to bestow fearlessness (abhaya)

लक्ष्मीनृसिंह करावलम्ब स्तोत्र

श्रीमत्पयोनिधिनिकेतन चक्रपाणे

A heartfelt prayer of total surrender (sharanagati) to Lord Narasimha, asking for His hand to lift the devotee out of the ocean of worldly suffering. • Traditionally recited for protection from fear, danger, enemies, illness and untimely death — Narasimha is the supreme protector who appears for His devotees.

ललिता सहस्रनाम

॥ ध्यानम् ॥

The supreme hymn of the Divine Mother in the Sri Vidya tradition — its recitation is held to confer Her complete grace, said to grant the same fruit as the worship of the Sri Chakra itself. • Traditionally recited for health, longevity and the removal of disease and untimely death, as the names Sarva-vyadhi-prashamani and Sarva-mrityu-nivarini proclaim.

लिंगाष्टकम्

ब्रह्ममुरारिसुरार्चितलिङ्गं

Deep connection with Lord Shiva in his formless (Nirguna) aspect • Each verse describes a different quality of the divine — comprehensive Shiva worship

मा कुरु धन यौवन गर्वम्

मा कुरु धन यौवन गर्वं हरति निमेषात्कालः सर्वम् ।

Destroys pride and ego rooted in wealth, youth, and status • Instills awareness of life's impermanence and the swiftness of Time

मधुराष्टकम्

अधरं मधुरं वदनं मधुरं नयनं मधुरं हसितं मधुरम् ।

A honey-sweet hymn by Sri Vallabhacharya in which every quality of Krishna is described as 'madhuram' — sweet — filling the heart with love (bhakti-rasa). • Cultivates madhurya-bhava, the sweetest mood of loving devotion to Krishna.

महामृत्युंजय स्तोत्रम्

रुद्रं पशुपतिं स्थाणुं नीलकण्ठमुमापतिम्।

Recited for protection from untimely and accidental death, like its companion the Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra • Each verse's refrain 'Kim No Mrityuh Karishyati' instils profound fearlessness toward death

महालक्ष्मी अष्टकम्

नमस्तेऽस्तु महामाये श्रीपीठे सुरपूजिते।

One of the most powerful Lakshmi prayers for wealth and prosperity • Each verse ends with 'Mahalakshmi Namostu Te' — 8-fold salutation

महालिङ्गाष्टकम्

महालिङ्गं महादेवं महेश्वरमुमापतिम् ।

Recitation of the Mahalingashtakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

महाविद्या महामाया स्तुति

तथा संहृतिरूपान्ते जगतोऽस्य जगन्मये ।

Invokes the Goddess as Mahavidya — the supreme liberating wisdom that frees from ignorance • Reveals her dual play as both Mahamaya (illusion) and the knowledge that transcends it

महिषासुर मर्दिनी स्तोत्रम्

अयि गिरिनन्दिनि नन्दितमेदिनि विश्वविनोदिनि नन्दनुते

One of the most powerful Durga stotrams for destroying evil and negativity • Extremely popular during Navratri — chanted in temples across India

श्री मल्लिकार्जुन मंगलाशासनम्

उमाकान्ताय कान्ताय कामितार्थप्रदायिने।

Invokes the auspicious blessings (mangalam) and grace of Lord Mallikarjuna, the Srisailam Jyotirlinga • Said to fulfil cherished desires, as the first verse calls him 'kāmitārtha-pradāyī' — the bestower of all that is wished

मनाचे श्लोक (चयनित श्लोक)

गणाधीश जो ईश सर्वां गुणांचा।

Trains and purifies the mind through direct, loving self-instruction (manobodh) • Instils steady devotion to Lord Rama and the habit of remembering his name at dawn

मन्त्रमातृकापुष्पमालास्तवः

कल्लोलोल्लसितामृताब्धिलहरीमध्ये विराजन्मणि-

A complete manasa puja (mental worship) of Lalita Tripurasundari that requires no external materials — only devotion and imagination • Each verse offers a different upachara (service) to the Goddess, teaching the full sequence of Devi worship

मार्गबन्धु स्तोत्रम्

शम्भो महादेव देव शिव शम्भो महादेव देवेश शम्भो।

Invokes Shiva as Marga-bandhu, the protector and companion on every journey • Traditionally chanted before travel or pilgrimage for a safe, obstacle-free path

मार्कण्डेय शिवाष्टकम्

सदा गोदावर्यास्तटनिकटवासं पशुपतिं

Recitation of the Markandeya Shivashtakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

मयूरेश स्तोत्रम्

ब्रह्मोवाच ।

Invokes Ganesha as Mayuresha / Mayureshwara, the presiding deity of Morgaon — first and foremost of the eight Ashtavinayaka shrines • Its phalashruti promises destruction of all sins and the freeing of even imprisoned persons within seven days

मीनाक्षी स्तोत्रम्

गौरीं काञ्चनपद्मिनीतटगृहां श्रीसुन्दरेशप्रियां

Recitation of the Meenakshi Stotram is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

मेघश्यामं पीतकौशेयवासम्

मेघश्यामं पीतकौशेयवासं

Provides a clear, scriptural image of the Lord for dhyana (meditation) at the start of worship • Steadies and purifies the mind by fixing it on the auspicious divine form

मृत्युञ्जय मानसिक पूजा स्तोत्रम्

कैलासे कमनीयरत्नखचिते कल्पद्रुमूले स्थितं

Teaches manasa puja — complete worship of Shiva performed within the mind, needing no external materials • Invokes Shiva as Mrityunjaya, the conqueror of death, for health, healing and protection from untimely death

मुग्धा मुहुर्विदधती वदने मुरारेः

मुग्धा मुहुर्विदधती वदने मुरारेः

A short, sweet verse from the Kanakadhara Stotram for invoking Lakshmi's grace • Believed to attract prosperity (Shri) through the Goddess's compassionate glance

मुकुन्दमाला स्तोत्रम्

वन्दे मुकुन्दमरविन्ददलायताक्षं

Awakens pure, motiveless devotion (ananya bhakti) to Lord Vishnu/Krishna • Frees the heart from attachment to wealth, fame and sense-enjoyment

नमः शिवाष्टकम्

संसारदावानलशामकाय

Recitation of the Namah Shivashtakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

नमो ब्रह्मण्यदेवाय

नमो ब्रह्मण्यदेवाय गोब्राह्मणहिताय च ।

A simple, powerful daily salutation to Lord Vishnu as Krishna-Govinda • Recited as a shanti (peace) verse for the welfare of cows, the pious and the whole world

नन्दगोपगृहे जाता (देवी की भावी अवतार-भविष्यवाणी)

देव्युवाच

Reveals the origin of the Devi's beloved forms — Vindhyavasini, Raktadantika, Shatakshi and Shakambhari • Affirms the Mother's eternal promise to descend whenever demonic forces or great calamity arise

नृसिंह कवचम्

नृसिंहकवचं वक्ष्ये प्रह्लादेनोदितं पुरा ।

Recitation of the Narasimha Kavacham is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the deity. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

नास्था धर्मे न वसुनिचये

नास्था धर्मे न वसुनिचये नैव कामोपभोगे

Awakens pure, motiveless devotion (ananya bhakti) to Lord Vishnu/Krishna • Frees the heart from craving for wealth, pleasure, and even pious reward

नटराज स्तोत्रम् (पतञ्जलि कृतम्)

सदञ्चितमुदञ्चितनिकुञ्चितपदं झलझलं चलितमञ्जुकटकं

Invokes the grace of Lord Nataraja, the cosmic dancer who governs creation, preservation and dissolution through his dance • The closing phala-shruti promises freedom from the ocean of repeated birth to one who recites it daily

नवनाग स्तोत्र (अनन्तं वासुकिं शेषं)

अनन्तं वासुकिं शेषं पद्मनाभं च कम्बलम्।

Traditionally protects from snakebite and the fear of poison (vishabhaya) • Removes the malefic effects of Kala Sarpa Dosha and Naga Dosha in the horoscope

नवदुर्गा स्तोत्रम्

वन्दे वाञ्छितलाभाय चन्द्रार्धकृतशेखराम्।

Invokes the complete grace of all nine forms of Goddess Durga (Navadurga) • Ideal for daily recitation during the nine nights of Navaratri, one form per day

नवग्रह पीडाहर स्तोत्रम्

ग्रहाणामादिरादित्यो लोकरक्षणकारकः ।

Recitation of the Navagraha Pidahara Stotram is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the deity. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

श्री नवग्रह स्तोत्रम्

जपाकुसुमसङ्काशं काश्यपेयं महाद्युतिम् ।

The classic Vyasa-krita Navagraha Stotram — one verse to each of the nine planets — recited to pacify their malefic effects and win their grace (graha shanti). • Recited for relief from planetary doshas of every kind: Sade Sati and Shani, Mangal Dosha, Rahu-Ketu and the rest, harmonising the whole horoscope.

निर्वाण मञ्जरी

अहं नामरो नैव मर्त्यो न दैत्यो

Recitation of the Nirvana Manjari is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the deity. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

निर्वाण षट्कम् (आत्म षट्कम्)

मनोबुद्ध्यहंकारचित्तानि नाहं

Composed by Adi Shankaracharya, this is the supreme hymn of Advaita Vedanta — chanted to realise the Self (Atman) as pure consciousness-bliss, beyond body and mind. • By negating all that one is not ('neti neti') and affirming 'Shivoham' (I am Shiva), it steadies the mind in the awareness of the deathless, formless Self.

न्यासदशकम्

अहं मद्रक्षणभरो मद्रक्षणफलं तथा ।

Embodies the complete doctrine of prapatti (saranagati) — total surrender to the Lord — in just ten verses • Frees the devotee from anxiety by placing the entire burden of self-protection upon Narayana

அலைபாயுதே கண்ணா

அலைபாயுதே கண்ணா என் மனம் மிகவே

A supreme expression of loving devotion (madhura bhakti) to Lord Krishna and the longing of the soul for Him. • Sung in homes, temples and concerts in praise of Krishna, especially during Krishna Janmashtami.

श्री अनन्तपद्मनाभ मङ्गल स्तोत्रम्

श्रियःकान्ताय कल्याणनिधये निधयेऽर्थिनाम् ।

Invokes the grace and blessings of Lord Ananta Padmanabha of Thiruvananthapuram • Sung as a benediction wishing the Lord auspiciousness at the close of worship

विष्णु पञ्चायुध स्तोत्रम्

स्फुरत्सहस्रारशिखातितीव्रं

Grants powerful protection from enemies, accidents, and unseen dangers • Traditionally recited before travel, battle, or any risky undertaking

पाण्डुरङ्गाष्टकम्

ॐ श्री ।

Recitation of the Pandurangashtakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

परशुराम अष्टकम्

शुभ्रदेहं सदा क्रोधरक्तेक्षणम्

Recitation of the Parashurama Ashtakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

पसायदान (संत ज्ञानेश्वर)

आता विश्वात्मके देवे। येणे वाग्यज्ञे तोषावे॥

A supreme prayer of universal welfare — cultivates love and goodwill for all beings • Lifts the heart beyond selfish asking into wishing happiness for the whole world

पवनज अष्टकम्

भवभयापहं भारतीपतिं भजकसौख्यदं भानुदीधितिम् ।

Recitation of the Pavanaja Ashtakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the deity. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

प्रदोष स्तोत्रम्

सत्यं ब्रवीमि परलोकहितं ब्रवीमि

Reveals the special glory and merit of worshipping Shiva during Pradosha Kaal (twilight of Trayodashi) • The third verse promises growing wealth, grain, family well-being and prosperity in this very life to Pradosha worshippers

प्रज्ञाविवर्धन कार्तिकेय स्तोत्रम्

श्रीगणेशाय नमः।

Specifically a 'wisdom-increasing' (pragya-vivardhana) stotra — recited to gain intelligence, memory and eloquence • Its phala-shruti declares that even a mute who recites it with faith becomes a master of speech (muko vachaspatir bhavet)

दशावतार स्तोत्रम् — प्रलयपयोधिजले (जयदेव)

प्रलयपयोधिजले धृतवानसि वेदं विहितवहित्रचरित्रमखेदम् ।

Glorifies all ten avatars of Vishnu in a single hymn — recited for the Lord's protection and grace through every age and circumstance. • A masterpiece of Jayadeva's Gita Govinda, sung daily at the Jagannatha temple in Puri and cherished across Odisha and India.

प्रश्नोत्तररत्नमालिका

कः खलु नालङ्क्रियते दृष्टादृष्टार्थसाधनपटीयान्।

Imparts practical wisdom and ethical discrimination (viveka) in an easy question-and-answer form • Each verse is a memorable maxim, ideal for daily reflection on right conduct and values

पुनरपि जननं पुनरपि मरणम्

पुनरपि जननं पुनरपि मरणं पुनरपि जननीजठरे शयनम् ।

Awakens deep vairagya (detachment) toward the cycle of birth and death • Teaches total surrender (sharanagati) to the Lord as the only refuge

ಜಗದೋದ್ಧಾರನ

ಜಗದೋದ್ಧಾರನ ಆಡಿಸಿದಳೆಶೋದೆ

A tender meditation on the mystery of the Supreme Lord taking the form of a child in Yashoda's lap, deepening loving devotion (vatsalya/madhura bhakti). • Sung in homes and temples in praise of Bala Krishna (the child Krishna), especially during Krishna Janmashtami.

श्री राधा कृपा कटाक्ष स्तोत्रम्

मुनीन्द्रवृन्दवन्दिते त्रिलोकशोकहारिणि

Considered the foremost prayer for attaining the mercy (kripa) of Shri Radha Rani, the queen of Vrindavan • Each verse is a meditation on Radha's divine beauty, virtues and supremacy, deepening loving devotion (prema-bhakti)

श्री राधा षोडशनाम स्तोत्रम्

श्रीनारायण उवाच ।

Glorifies sixteen essential names of Srimati Radharani, each revealing a different aspect of Her divine glory • Considered the very essence (sara) of Radha's thousand names, making it a complete yet concise prayer

श्री राधिका स्तव

राधे जय जय माधवदयिते

A direct, heartfelt appeal for the mercy (karuna) of Srimati Radharani, the queen of Vrindavan • Glorifies Radha as the most beloved of Krishna and the worshipful centre of the gopis

राम रक्षा स्तोत्र

॥ ॐ श्रीगणेशाय नमः ॥

One of the most powerful protective prayers (kavach) in all of Hinduism — it builds an invisible 'diamond cage' (Vajra-Panjara) of Rama's protection around the devotee. • The central kavach verses place Rama's protection over every part of the body — head, eyes, ears, heart, arms, feet — forming a complete divine armour.

श्रीराम आपदुद्धारण स्तोत्रम्

आपदामपहर्तारं दातारं सर्वसम्पदाम् ।

Recited to be delivered from calamities, dangers and sudden misfortune (apad-uddharana) • The first verse, repeated alone, is a celebrated daily prayer for protection and prosperity

रामलिङ्गाष्टकम्

वेदवृन्दवन्दितं वरेण्यरूपसुन्दरं

Recitation of the Ramalingashtakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

रामरामेति रामेति

रामरामेति रामेति रमे रामे मनोरमे ।

Declares Rama's name equal in merit to the entire Vishnu Sahasranamam • A simple, supremely auspicious mantra suitable for constant repetition

रामो राजमणिः सदा विजयते

रामो राजमणिः सदा विजयते रामं रमेशं भजे

A powerful single verse from the protective Ram Raksha Stotra • Invokes Rama as ever-victorious, ideal for success and overcoming enemies

रामो विग्रहवान्धर्मः

रामो विग्रहवान्धर्मः साधुः सत्यपराक्रमः ।

A concise, powerful affirmation of Sri Rama as dharma incarnate • Recited to invoke Rama's protection and the strength of righteousness

रङ्गनाथाष्टकम्

आनन्दरूपे निजबोधरूपे ब्रह्मस्वरूपे श्रुतिमूर्तिरूपे ।

Recitation of the Ranganatha Ashtakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

रश्मिमन्तं समुद्यन्तम्

रश्मिमन्तं समुद्यन्तं देवासुरनमस्कृतम् ।

An ideal short prayer to recite while offering Arghya to the rising Sun at dawn • Invokes Surya as Bhuvaneshvara, Lord of the worlds, for blessings over one's whole life

ऋणहर्ता गणपति स्तोत्रम् (ऋणविमोचन गणेश स्तोत्रम्)

अस्य श्रीऋणविमोचनमहागणपतिस्तोत्रमन्त्रस्य शुक्राचार्य ऋषिः,

Specifically invoked for relief from debts, loans and financial burdens (Rina-mukti) • The phalashruti promises clearance of debt within six months of reciting it thrice daily

ऋणमोचक मङ्गल स्तोत्रम्

॥ श्रीगणेशाय नमः ॥

The foremost Rina-Mochana (debt-release) stotra — recited specifically to clear loans, mortgages and all forms of financial bondage. • Directly invokes Mars as 'Rinaharta', the remover of debt, and its phalashruti promises that no debt arises for the faithful reciter.

रोगानशेषानपहंसि तुष्टा

रोगानशेषानपहंसि तुष्टा

Invokes the Goddess as the destroyer of all diseases (rogan asheshan) when she is pleased • Affirms that no calamity befalls those who take refuge in the Mother

शिव रुद्राष्टकम्

नमामीशमीशान निर्वाणरूपं

Written by Tulsidas — one of the most profound Shiva prayers ever composed • The 8th verse is a complete surrender: 'I know nothing — just protect me'

रूपं देहि जयं देहि

ॐ जय त्वं देवि चामुण्डे जय भूतापहारिणि ।

Opens with the famous 'Jayanti Mangala Kali' litany of the Goddess's powerful names • Its refrain 'Rupam dehi, jayam dehi, yasho dehi, dvisho jahi' prays for beauty, victory, fame and the destruction of enemies

स च वैश्यस्तपस्तेपे

मार्कण्डेय उवाच

Narrates the model of wholehearted worship that wins the Goddess's grace • Inspires dispassion (vairagya) and surrender at the feet of the Divine Mother

सदाशिव अष्टकम्

नन्दिस्कन्धविराजितं गिरिजापतिं सुरसुन्दरं

Recitation of the Sadashiva Ashtakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

साधन पञ्चकम्

वेदो नित्यमधीयतां तदुदितं कर्म स्वनुष्ठीयतां

Recitation of the Sadhana Panchakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the deity. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

सान्द्रानन्दावबोधात्मकम् (नारायणीयम् आरम्भ)

सान्द्रानन्दावबोधात्मकमनुपमितं कालदेशावधिभ्यां

Opens the Narayaniyam, a poem famed for healing and divine grace • Affirms that the formless Brahman is directly present as Krishna in Guruvayur

संकट मोचन हनुमानाष्टक

बालपना सों हनुमंत अति खेलें।

Removes all types of dangers and calamities from one's life • Provides divine protection of Lord Hanuman

संकट मोचन नाम तिहारो

संकट मोचन नाम तिहारो।

Invokes Hanuman as Sankat Mochan to remove troubles, dangers and calamities • His name is said to drive away ghosts, evil spirits and negative energies

संकटनाशन गणेश स्तोत्र

प्रणम्य शिरसा देवं गौरीपुत्रं विनायकम् ।

The Sankatnashana Ganesha Stotra (from the Narada Purana) is recited to remove every obstacle and trouble (sankat) and to ensure success in any undertaking. • It enshrines the twelve sacred names of Ganesha; reciting them at the three sandhyas is promised to banish all fear of obstacles.

सन्तान गोपाल स्तोत्रम्

श्रीशं कमलपत्राक्षं देवकीनन्दनं हरिम् ।

The classic stotra recited by couples praying to Lord Krishna for the blessing of a child (santana) • Each verse invokes Krishna as Bala Gopala — the divine child — and repeats the prayer 'for the obtaining of a son'

सप्तश्लोकी दुर्गा

ॐ अस्य श्रीदुर्गासप्तश्लोकीस्तोत्रमन्त्रस्य नारायण ऋषिः,

Condenses the entire power of the 700-verse Durga Saptashati into seven easily memorised verses • Removes fear, anxiety, poverty and disease when chanted with devotion

सरसिजनिलये (महालक्ष्मी ध्यान श्लोक)

सरसिजनिलये सरोजहस्ते

A short, beautiful dhyana invoking Mahalakshmi as the lotus-dwelling Goddess of abundance • Recited for prosperity, well-being and the grace of the Goddess of wealth

सरस्वती द्वादशनाम स्तोत्रम्

सरस्वतीं नमस्यामि वीणापुस्तकधारिणीम्।

Reciting the twelve names thrice daily grants all-round success (sarva-siddhi) • Bestows the gift of eloquent and pleasing speech (vak-siddhi)

सरस्वती वंदना

या कुन्देन्दुतुषारहारधवला या शुभ्रवस्त्रावृता

Essential mantra for students before exams and during studies • Removes intellectual dullness and sharpens memory and concentration

सर्वदेवकृत लक्ष्मीस्तोत्रम्

नमः श्रियै लोकधात्र्यै ब्रह्ममात्रे नमो नमः।

A scriptural stotra offered by the gods themselves, carrying great sanctity • Closely linked to the worship of Lakshmi at Tirumala (Venkatachala), Vishnu's holy hill

सर्वं ममैतन्माहात्म्यम्

सर्वं ममैतन्माहात्म्यं मम सन्निधिकारकम् ।

Declares that one recitation equals a whole year of elaborate worship • Hearing the Devi Mahatmya is said to remove sins and bestow health (arogya)

सर्वस्य बुद्धिरूपेण — नारायणि नमोऽस्तु ते (देवी के विश्वरूप)

सर्वस्य बुद्धिरूपेण जनस्य हृदि संस्थिते ।

Invokes the Goddess dwelling within as buddhi (intelligence), granting both worldly and spiritual progress • Salutes her as the bestower of heaven (svarga) and liberation (apavarga) — the highest goals of life

सशङ्खचक्रं सकिरीटकुण्डलम् (विष्णु ध्यानम्)

सशङ्खचक्रं सकिरीटकुण्डलं

A concise, complete dhyana of four-armed Vishnu for the start of worship • Easy to memorise, making daily Vishnu remembrance simple and steady

सत्सङ्गत्वे निस्सङ्गत्वम्

सत्सङ्गत्वे निस्सङ्गत्वं निस्सङ्गत्वे निर्मोहत्वम् ।

Reveals the complete step-by-step path from satsang to liberation • Highlights the supreme value of holy company (satsang)

सत्यनारायण ध्यान मंत्र (सत्यनारायणं देवं वन्दे)

सत्यनारायणं देवं वन्देऽहं कामदं प्रभुम्।

Invokes Lord Satyanarayana for prosperity, success and fulfilment of desires (kamadam) • The ideal opening dhyana for the Satyanarayan Vrat, Katha and puja

शाकम्भरी स्तोत्रम्

शाकम्भरी शिवा धात्री दुर्गा रक्षणकारिणी।

Invokes Shakambhari Devi, the nourishing form of Durga, for sustenance and relief from want • Traditionally chanted for abundance of food, good harvests and freedom from hunger and poverty

शनि स्तोत्रम्

ॐ शनैश्चरः स्वधाकारी छायाभूः सूर्यनन्दनः ।

Recites the twelve sacred names of Saturn (Shani Dvadasa-nama) and carries Saturn's own promise of protection from his afflictions. • One of the foremost remedies (parihara) recited during Sade-Sati (the seven-and-a-half-year Saturn cycle) and the Shani Dhaiya (two-and-a-half-year transit).

शनि वज्र पञ्जर कवचम्

श्री गणेशाय नमः ॥

Recitation of the Shani Vajra Panjara Kavacham is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the deity. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

षण्मुख भुजङ्गम्

श्रीजगद्गुरु शृङ्गेरी

Recitation of the Shanmukha Bhujangam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

षण्मुख पञ्चरत्नम्

ॐ श्रीगणेशाय नमः ।

Recitation of the Shanmukha Pancharatnam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

षण्मुख षट्पदी स्तोत्रम्

श्रीमयूराचलक्षेत्रे - (कुन्नक्कुड्यपरनामके)

Recitation of the Shanmukha Shatpadi Stotram is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

षण्मुख स्तोत्रम् (षडाननं कुङ्कुमरक्तवर्णम्)

षडाननं कुङ्कुमरक्तवर्णं

The most beloved dhyana (meditation) sloka of Lord Murugan — a perfect, compact remembrance of his form • Visualises the Lord as six-faced, vermilion-hued, peacock-riding and commander of the gods, aiding focused meditation

शान्ताकारं भुजगशयनं

शान्ताकारं भुजगशयनं पद्मनाभं सुरेशं

The supreme dhyana shloka (meditation verse) of Lord Vishnu, recited to bring his image to mind before worship, japa or the Vishnu Sahasranama. • Describes Vishnu reclining on Shesha with the lotus-navel, cloud-hued and lotus-eyed, deepening peace and devotion as one visualises the Lord.

शारदा स्तोत्रम्

नमस्ते शारदे देवि काश्मीरपुरवासिनि।

Invokes Goddess Sharada (Saraswati) for the direct gift of knowledge (vidya-dana) • The famous first verse is a complete daily prayer for students and seekers

शरत्काले महापूजा

शरत्काले महापूजा क्रियते या च वार्षिकी ।

Describes the great fruits of hearing the Devi Mahatmya during autumn Navaratri • Promises freedom from all calamities and blessing of wealth and grain

शिव महिम्न स्तोत्र

महिम्नः पारं ते परमविदुषो यद्यसदृशी

Considered the greatest of all hymns to Lord Shiva — the stotra itself declares: 'there is no hymn beyond the Mahimna' (verse 35) • Composed by the gandharva Pushpadanta, who regained Shiva's grace and his lost divine powers through this very hymn

शिव पञ्चाक्षर स्तोत्र

नागेन्द्रहाराय त्रिलोचनाय

Glorifies the supreme five-syllable mantra 'Na-Ma-Shi-Va-Ya' — one verse for each sacred syllable. • Reciting it is a complete worship of Shiva, invoking His form, ornaments and divine deeds.

शिव सहस्रनाम

ध्यायेन्नित्यं महेशं रजतगिरिनिभं चारुचन्द्रावतंसं

Recitation of all 1000 names of Lord Shiva is among the most powerful spiritual practices for liberation (moksha) and inner peace. • The Phalashruti promises it is 'ever destroying sin' and bestows yoga, liberation, heaven and contentment (yogadam mokshadam svargadam toshadam).

शिव अपराध क्षमापन स्तोत्रम्

जय शङ्कर पार्वतीपते कृपया पाहि परेश सत्पते ।

Recitation of the Shiva Aparadha Kshamapana Stotram is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

शिव मानस पूजा

रत्नैः कल्पितमासनं हिमजलैः स्नानं च दिव्याम्बरं नानारत्नविभूषितं मृगमदामोदाङ्कितं चन्दनम्।

Composed by Adi Shankaracharya, this is the supreme 'mental worship' of Lord Shiva — offering a throne, bath, robes, food, music and homage entirely within the heart. • It teaches that worship needs no outer materials: a devotee with nothing to offer may still perform the most complete puja in the mind, with love alone.

शिव प्रातः स्मरण स्तोत्रम्

प्रातः स्मरामि भवभीतिहरं सुरेशं

An auspicious way to begin the day by remembering Lord Shiva at dawn • Removes the fear of samsara (bhava-bhiti) and steadies the mind for the day

श्री शिव षडक्षर स्तोत्रम्

ॐकारं बिन्दुसंयुक्तं नित्यं ध्यायन्ति योगिनः ।

Glorifies the six-syllabled Shadakshara mantra 'Om Namah Shivaya' — one verse for each sacred syllable, making the very letters of the mantra a complete meditation on Shiva. • Reciting it is a full worship of Mahadeva — invoking His form, his mount Nandi, his serpent Vasuki, and his union with Shakti.

शिव तांडव स्तोत्रम्

जटाटवी गलज्जल प्रवाह पावितस्थले

Invokes the fierce protective energy of Lord Shiva • Destroys negativity, evil eye and dark energies

शिवानन्दलहरी

कलाभ्यां चूडालंकृतशशिकलाभ्यां निजतपः-

Kindles intense, melting devotion (bhakti) toward Lord Shiva • Fills the heart with the 'wave of bliss' that washes away sin and sorrow

शिवाष्टकम् (व्यास)

व्यास उवाच ।

Recitation of the Shivashtakam (Vyasa) is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

श्रीरामचरितमानस बालकाण्ड मंगलाचरण

वर्णानामर्थसंघानां रसानां छन्दसामपि।

Invokes Saraswati, Ganesha, Shiva-Parvati and the Guru for wisdom and an auspicious start • Traditionally recited before reading any portion of the Ramcharitmanas

शुक्र स्तोत्र

ॐ अश्वध्वजाय विद्महे धनुर्हस्ताय धीमहि ।

Chanted to strengthen a weak or afflicted Venus (Shukra) in the birth chart — Venus governs love, marriage, beauty, comfort, art and prosperity. • Traditional remedy for delays or troubles in marriage and relationships, and for marital harmony.

श्यामलानवरत्नमालिका

ओङ्कारपञ्जरशुकीमुपनिषदुद्यानकेलिकलकण्ठीम् ।

Invokes Raja-Shyamala (Matangi), the Sri Vidya Goddess of music, learning, speech and the fine arts • Especially cherished by musicians, singers, dancers and students for mastery of the arts and eloquence

सिद्ध कुञ्जिका स्तोत्रम्

ॐ ऐं ह्रीं क्लीं चामुण्डायै विच्चे।

THE master key to Durga Saptashati — Shiva himself says no other preparation needed • Kunjika means 'key' — unlocks the full power of the 700 verses of Chandi Path

सिन्दूरारुण विग्रहां (ललिता सहस्रनाम ध्यान)

सिन्दूरारुण विग्रहां त्रिनयनां माणिक्यमौलि स्फुरत्

Establishes the proper meditative vision of the Goddess before chanting the Sahasranama • Invokes the grace and presence of Lalita Tripura Sundari in the heart

स्कन्द षट्कम् (स्कन्द षष्ठी स्तोत्रम्)

षण्मुखं पार्वतीपुत्रं क्रौञ्चशैलविमर्दनम्।

A short, easily memorised six-verse hymn that gives a complete adoration of Lord Murugan (Skanda / Kartikeya) • Each verse ends with 'Skandam vande Shivatmajam', fixing the mind on Skanda as the son of Shiva

स्मरन् ममैतच्चरितम्

अरण्ये प्रान्तरे वापि दावाग्निपरिवारितः ।

A powerful prayer for rescue from grave danger and distress • Recited for safety from fire, robbers, wild animals, imprisonment and shipwreck

सौन्दर्यलहरी श्लोक २ — तनीयांसं पांसुं

तनीयांसं पांसुं तव चरणपङ्केरुहभवं

Glorifies the supreme power held in the dust of the Mother's lotus feet • Said to bestow success in worthy undertakings and creative endeavours

सौन्दर्यलहरी श्लोक २२ — भवानि त्वं दासे मयि

भवानि त्वं दासे मयि वितर दृष्टिं सकरुणा-

Celebrated for revealing the Mother's instant, effortless grace • Recited as a prayer for liberation and union (sayujya) with the Divine

सौन्दर्यलहरी श्लोक २७ — जपो जल्पः शिल्पं

जपो जल्पः शिल्पं सकलमपि मुद्राविरचना

Teaches how to turn every daily act into continuous worship of the Mother • The supreme verse of self-surrender (atma-nivedana) in the hymn

सौन्दर्यलहरी श्लोक ३ — अविद्यानामन्तः

अविद्यानामन्त-स्तिमिर-मिहिरद्वीपनगरी

Invoked for the removal of ignorance and the dawn of inner light • Said to awaken intelligence and consciousness in the dull-minded

सौन्दर्यलहरी श्लोक ३५ — मनस्त्वं व्योम त्वं

मनस्त्वं व्योम त्वं मरुदसि मरुत्सारथिरसि

Imparts the Advaitic vision of the Goddess as the whole universe and its source • Excellent for contemplation (manana) on the non-dual nature of reality

सौन्दर्यलहरी श्लोक ८ — सुधासिन्धोर्मध्ये

सुधासिन्धोर्मध्ये सुरविटपिवाटीपरिवृते

A revered dhyana (meditation) verse on the Mother's transcendent abode, Manidvipa • Brings deep inner peace and a sense of the Goddess's blissful presence

सौन्दर्यलहरी श्लोक ९९ — सरस्वत्या लक्ष्म्या

सरस्वत्या लक्ष्म्या विधिहरिसपत्नो विहरते

Part of the phalashruti, declaring the great fruits of worshipping Devi • Promises the blessings of wisdom (Saraswati) and wealth (Lakshmi)

सौन्दर्यलहरी

शिवः शक्त्या युक्तो यदि भवति शक्तः प्रभवितुं

The supreme hymn to the beauty and power of the Divine Mother — its recitation is held to bring Her grace in full: prosperity, eloquence, beauty, health and spiritual awakening. • Each of the verses is traditionally a mantra in itself, with an associated yantra and a specific fruit (phala) when recited with devotion.

श्रीमाता श्रीमहाराज्ञी (ललिता सहस्रनाम आरम्भ)

ॐ श्रीमाता श्रीमहाराज्ञी श्रीमत्सिंहासनेश्वरी ।

Invokes the Divine Mother Lalita as supreme sovereign of the universe • The opening names carry the essence of the entire Sahasranama

श्रीराघवं दशरथात्मजम्

श्रीराघवं दशरथात्मजमप्रमेयं

Serves as a perfect dhyana / invocation before the Hanuman Chalisa or Rama japa • Fixes the mind on Sri Rama's complete, heroic and gracious form in one verse

श्री राघवेन्द्र स्तोत्र (पूज्याय राघवेन्द्राय)

ॐ श्री राघवेन्द्राय नमः ॥

The foremost mantra of Sri Raghavendra Swamy, recited for his protection, grace and the fulfilment of sincere wishes — he is praised as Kalpavriksha and Kamadhenu to his devotees. • Chanted for relief from difficulties, fear, illness and obstacles, and for steadiness in truth and dharma.

श्रीराममङ्गलाशासनम्

मङ्गलं कौशलेन्द्राय महनीयगुणाब्धये ।

Invokes auspiciousness (mangalam) and divine blessings upon the devotee and the whole household • Each of the sixteen verses is a meditation on a sacred episode of Rama's life, deepening devotion

सुब्रह्मण्य षोडशनाम स्तोत्रम्

ज्ञानशक्तिधरः स्कन्दो देवसेनापतिस्तथा ।

A short Skanda Purana stotram naming the sixteen most sacred names (shodasa-nama) of Lord Murugan • Its phala-shruti declares that daily recitation frees the devotee from all sins

सुब्रह्मण्याष्टकम् (करावलम्ब स्तोत्र)

हे स्वामिनाथ करुणाकर दीनबन्धो

Murugan's signature hymn — a nine-verse Subrahmanya Ashtakam, also called the Karavalamba Stotram, beginning 'He Swaminatha Karunakara Dheenabandho' • Each verse adores Lord Murugan (Kartikeya / Subrahmanya) and ends with the plea 'Vallisha-natha mama dehi karavalambam' — 'O Lord of Valli, give me the support of your hand'

सुब्रह्मण्य भुजङ्गम्

सदा बालरूपाऽपि विघ्नाद्रिहन्त्री

A supremely loved hymn to Lord Murugan (Subrahmanya) by Adi Shankaracharya — its recitation is held to bring the Lord’s grace, courage and protection. • Traditionally recited for health and the removal of disease, fear and the troubles of poison and affliction — Murugan, the divine commander, wards off all harm.

सुख भवन संसय समन

निज भवन गवनेउ सिंधु श्रीरघुपतिहि यह मत भायऊ।

Recited as the auspicious conclusion (phalashruti) of every Sundarkand path • Singing Rama's virtues is said to dispel doubt, grief and despondency

सुरवरवर्षिणि

सुरवरवर्षिणि दुर्धरधर्षिणि दुर्मुखमर्षिणि हर्षरते

Invokes the Goddess as the protector of the gods and destroyer of demonic pride • Believed to remove sins and impurities (kilbisha-moshini) and inner negativity

सूर्य अष्टकम्

॥ श्री गणेशाय नमः ॥

Recitation of the Surya Ashtakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the deity. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

श्यामला दण्डकम्

ध्यानम्

Invokes Devi Shyamala (Matangi), the Goddess of speech, music and the fine arts • Traditionally recited for eloquence, command of language, and success in learning and the arts

तत् प्रणमामि सदाशिवलिङ्गम्

ब्रह्ममुरारिसुरार्चितलिङ्गं

The most beloved opening verse of the Lingashtakam — establishes Shiva's supremacy as worshipped even by Brahma and Vishnu • Invokes the formless (Nirguna) aspect of Lord Shiva through the sacred Linga

ततो वव्रे नृपो राज्यम्

मार्कण्डेय उवाच

Reveals the Goddess as the bestower of both worldly success and liberating knowledge • Recited for success, restoration of fortune and victory over adversaries

திருப்புகழ் — முத்தைத் தரு

முத்தைத் தரு பத்தித் திருநகை

The very first and most beloved song of the Thiruppugazh — held to be given by Murugan Himself to Arunagirinathar. • Chanting it is believed to bestow Murugan's grace, sharpen the intellect, and lead the devotee toward liberation (mukti), as its opening words declare.

திருவெம்பாவை

ஆதியும் அந்தமும் இல்லா அரும்பெருஞ்

A supreme hymn of Saiva devotion, sung above all in Margazhi as a call of the soul to wake toward Lord Shiva. • Reciting it is held to kindle pure love (anbu) for the Lord and to bring peace, grace and inner awakening.

ठुमक चलत रामचंद्र

ठुमक चलत रामचंद्र बाजत पैंजनियाँ।

Awakens vatsalya-bhava — tender, parental love for the child form of Lord Rama • Fills the heart with sweetness, peace and innocent joy

திருப்பாவை

மார்கழித் திங்கள் மதிநிறைந்த நன்னாளால்

Sung above all in Margazhi (Dhanurmasa), it is held to be one of the supreme paths of surrender (prapatti) and devotion to Lord Krishna-Narayana. • Andal promises in the verses themselves that those who recite it gain the Lord's grace and that their past and future sins are burnt away like chaff in fire.

तोटकाष्टकम्

विदिताखिलशास्त्रसुधाजलधे महितोपनिषत् कथितार्थनिधे ।

Recitation of the Totakashtakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the deity. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

त्रैलोक्यमेतदखिलम्

त्रैलोक्यमेतदखिलं रिपुनाशनेन

Invokes the Goddess as the saviour of all three worlds and conqueror of every foe • Dispels fear born of enemies, hostility and threatening forces

त्रिदलं त्रिगुणाकारम्

त्रिदलं त्रिगुणाकारं त्रिनेत्रं च त्रियायुधम् ।

The iconic first verse of the Bilvashtakam, recited while offering a bilva (bel) leaf to the Shiva Linga • Each bilva leaf offered with this verse is said to wash away the sins of three lifetimes (trijanma papa)

त्रिपुरभैरवी ध्यान स्तोत्रम्

उद्यद्भानुसहस्रकान्तिमरुणक्षौमां शिरोमालिकां

The essential dhyana (meditation) verse for installing Tripura Bhairavi in the heart before her japa or puja • Invokes Tripura Bhairavi, one of the ten Mahavidyas, who grants both fierce protection and gentle grace

त्रिपुरसुन्दरी स्तोत्रम्

गणेशग्रहनक्षत्रयोगिनीराशिरूपिणीम् ।

Recitation of the Tripurasundari Stotram is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the deity. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

तुलसी स्तोत्रम्

जगद्धात्रि नमस्तुभ्यं विष्णोश्च प्रियवल्लभे।

Purifies the devotee — even praising or remembering Tulasi cleanses sin • Grants the protection of the world-sustaining Goddess from all calamities

त्वदन्यः पाणिभ्याम्

त्वदन्यः पाणिभ्यामभयवरदो दैवतगणः

A famed verse of the Soundarya Lahari extolling the Divine Mother's supremacy • Affirms that the Goddess's feet alone grant fearlessness and every boon

त्वं स्वाहा त्वं स्वधा (ब्रह्मकृत योगनिद्रा स्तुति)

ब्रह्मोवाच

Invokes the Devi as Mahamaya and Yoganidra — the supreme power behind creation, preservation and dissolution • Considered a powerful awakening prayer to dispel inner ignorance (the sleep of delusion) and confer spiritual wakefulness

त्वमेव माता च पिता त्वमेव

त्वमेव माता च पिता त्वमेव

A short and beloved prayer of total surrender (sharanagati), declaring God to be one's mother, father, friend, knowledge, wealth and all. • Recited to cultivate complete trust and devotion, and to steady the heart in the feeling that the Divine is one's only refuge.

ఎందరో మహానుభావులు

ఎందరో మహానుభావులు అందరికీ వందనములు

The crown of the Pancharatna Kritis, sung together by hundreds of musicians at the annual Tyagaraja Aradhana in Thiruvaiyaru. • Cultivates profound humility by saluting all the great devotees and realised souls, rather than exalting oneself.

జగదానంద కారక

జగదానంద కారక జయ జానకీ ప్రాణ నాయక

The opening gem of the Pancharatna Kritis, sung first by assembled musicians at the Tyagaraja Aradhana in Thiruvaiyaru. • A continuous litany of the holy names of Lord Rama, so that to sing it is to perform Rama-nama-japa set to music.

उमामहेश्वर स्तोत्रम्

नमः शिवाभ्यां नवयौवनाभ्यां

Worships Shiva and Parvati together, invoking the harmony of the divine Shiva-Shakti union • Highly revered for blessing marital harmony, love and a happy family life

वैदेहीसहितं (राम पट्टाभिषेक ध्यानम्)

वैदेहीसहितं सुरद्रुमतले हैमे महामण्डपे

Vividly establishes the image of the Rama-darbar (Sita-Rama enthroned) for meditation • Ideal dhyana verse to begin Rama worship, Ramayana parayana or Sundara Kanda recitation

वराह स्तोत्रम्

चिदानन्दघनं शुद्धं विश्वमङ्गलकारकम् ।

Invokes the protective and rescuing grace of Lord Varaha, lifter of the earth • Each verse ends with 'vande vārāha-rūpiṇam', making it a complete meditation on the boar avatar

वासुदेवाश्रयो मर्त्यः (विष्णु सहस्रनाम फलश्रुति)

दुर्गाण्यतितरत्याशु पुरुषः पुरुषोत्तमम् ।

Swiftly carries the devotee across all difficulties and adversities • Grants the eternal Brahman (moksha) to one who takes refuge in Vasudeva

वातापि गणपतिं भजेऽहम्

वातापि गणपतिं भजेऽहं

Sung as the auspicious first piece in Carnatic music concerts, invoking Ganesha to remove obstacles from the performance. • Recited before beginning any new venture, study or worship to seek Ganesha's blessings for success.

वेदसार शिव स्तोत्रम्

॥ श्रीः॥

Recitation of the Vedasara Shiva Stotram is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

वेदवेद्ये परे पुंसि

वेदवेद्ये परे पुंसि जाते दशरथात्मजे ।

Recited as an auspicious opening (mangalacharana) before reading the Valmiki Ramayana • Affirms the divinity of Sri Rama as the Supreme Being described in the Vedas

வேல் வகுப்பு

பருத்தமுலை சிறுத்தஇடை வெளுத்தநகை கறுத்தகுழல்

A powerful hymn devoted entirely to the Vel, Lord Murugan's divine lance — the very emblem of his protecting power • Recited (especially as 'Vel Maaral') as a protective garland for courage, victory and the warding off of evil

वेङ्कटेश अष्टकम्

श्रीवेङ्कटेशपदपङ्कज धूलिपङ्क्तिः

Recitation of the Venkatesha Ashtakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the deity. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

श्री वेङ्कटेश करावलम्ब स्तोत्रम्

श्रीशेषशैलसुनिकेतन दिव्यमूर्ते

Expresses complete surrender (sharanagati) at the feet of Lord Venkateswara • Invokes the Lord's protecting hand to rescue the devotee from the ocean of samsara

श्री वेङ्कटेश मङ्गलाशासनम्

श्रियः कान्ताय कल्याणनिधये निधयेऽर्थिनाम् ।

Invokes the grace and blessings of Lord Venkateswara (Balaji) of Tirumala • Traditionally sung at the conclusion of puja or darshan to wish the Lord auspiciousness

श्री वेङ्कटेश प्रपत्तिः

ईशानां जगतोऽस्य वेङ्कटपतेर्विष्णोः परां प्रेयसीं

Expresses complete surrender (prapatti/saranagati) at the feet of Lord Venkateswara • Invokes the grace of both Lakshmi and Vishnu, as the hymn begins by seeking the Goddess's intercession

श्री वेङ्कटेश्वर स्तोत्रम् (कमलाकुचचूचुक)

कमलाकुचचूचुक कुङ्कुमतो

Invokes the direct grace and protection of Lord Venkateswara (Balaji) of Tirumala • A complete prayer of self-surrender (sharanagati) at the feet of the Lord of the Seven Hills

वेंकटेश्वर सुप्रभातम्

कौसल्या सुप्रजा राम पूर्वासंध्या प्रवर्तते ।

The traditional way to begin the day with the Lord — sung at dawn to awaken Venkateswara (Balaji), filling the morning with His presence and grace. • Recited daily by devotees of Tirupati Balaji for an auspicious start to the day, peace of mind and the Lord’s blessings.

विभीषणकृत हनुमत् स्तोत्रम्

नमो हनुमते तुभ्यं नमो मारुतसूनवे।

Grants complete fearlessness — the phala-shruti declares the reciter is freed from fears 'on every side' • Traditionally recited for protection from enemies, lawsuits, weapons, thieves and wild animals

विद्यासि सा भगवती परमा

या मुक्तिहेतुरविचिन्त्यमहाव्रता त्वं

Invokes the Goddess as Para Vidya — the supreme knowledge that grants liberation (moksha) • A guiding verse for seekers on the path of self-control and contemplation

विघ्नराज गणपति स्तोत्रम् (हेरम्ब गणपति स्तोत्रम्)

श्रीगणेशाय नमः ।

Invokes Ganesha as Vighnaraja to destroy the entire host of obstacles (vighna-vyuha-vinashana) • Carries the powerful six-fold Heramba bija-mantra (Om hram hrim hrum hraim hraum hrah)

विघ्नेश्वराय वरदाय

विघ्नेश्वराय वरदाय सुरप्रियाय

A sonorous single-verse prayer to invoke Ganesha at the start of worship, study or any new work • Gathers his principal names — Vighneshwara, Varada, Lambodara, Gananatha — in one rich salutation

விநாயகர் அகவல்

சீதக் களபச் செந்தாமரைப் பூம்

A profound Tamil hymn that is both a loving description of Lord Ganesha and a guide to inner spiritual awakening (kundalini yoga). • Chanting it is held to remove obstacles, grant clarity of mind and wisdom, and deepen surrender to the Guru-Ganesha.

विन्ध्येश्वरी स्तोत्रम्

निशुम्भशुम्भगर्जिनी प्रचण्डमुण्डखण्डिनी।

Invokes the protection of Vindhyavasini Devi against fear, enemies and negative forces • Believed to remove poverty (daridra), sorrow and the grief of separation

विष्णु सहस्रनाम

शुक्लाम्बरधरं विष्णुं शशिवर्णं चतुर्भुजम् ।

Recitation of all 1000 names is regarded as the supreme remedy for every sorrow — Bhishma declared it the highest dharma when asked the easiest path to liberation. • The Phalashruti promises that daily recitation or even listening brings no misfortune in this world or the next.

विष्णु षट्पदी

अविनयमपनय विष्णो दमय मनः शमय विषयमृगतृष्णाम् ।

A complete prayer of surrender (sharanagati) at the feet of Lord Vishnu • Composed by Adi Shankaracharya — concise yet spiritually profound

विष्णु षोडश नाम स्तोत्रम्

औषधे चिन्तयेद्विष्णुं

Provides the right divine name to remember in every situation of life • Invokes Vishnu's protection during illness, travel, danger and conflict

विश्वेश्वरि त्वं परिपासि विश्वम् (विश्व की रक्षिका देवी)

रक्षांसि यत्रोग्रविषाश्च नागा

A powerful prayer for protection from every kind of danger — enemies, accidents, fire, water, venom and unseen threats • Affirms the Goddess as Vishveshwari, present and protecting wherever peril arises

श्री विश्वकर्मा स्तोत्रम् (ध्यान स्तुति)

पञ्चवक्त्रं जटाजूटं पञ्चादशविलोचनम्।

Invokes Lord Vishwakarma, the divine architect, for skill, craftsmanship and success in all work • Recited on Vishwakarma Puja to bless tools, machines, workshops and instruments of labour

विश्वनाथ अष्टकम्

आदिशम्भु-स्वरूप-मुनिवर-चन्द्रशीश-जटाधरं

Recitation of the Vishwanatha Ashtakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

श्री काशी विश्वनाथ सुप्रभातम्

उत्तिष्ठ भैरवस्वामिन् काशिकापुरपालक।

A devotional way to begin the day by awakening and saluting the divine presences of Kashi at dawn • Invokes the grace of Kala Bhairava (guardian of Kashi), Mother Ganga, Dhundhiraja Ganesha and Lord Vishwanatha together

व्यास वन्दना (व्यासाय विष्णुरूपाय)

व्यासाय विष्णुरूपाय व्यासरूपाय विष्णवे।

The ideal salutation to begin Guru Purnima (Vyasa Purnima) worship • Honours Veda Vyasa as the Adi Guru, the source of all scriptural knowledge

या चण्डी मधुकैटभ (चण्डी ध्यान श्लोक)

या चण्डी मधुकैटभादिदैत्यदलनी या माहिषोन्मूलिनी

Condenses the whole Durga Saptashati and its three charitas into a single powerful verse • Invokes the Goddess as slayer of Madhu-Kaitabha, Mahishasura, Chanda-Munda, Raktabija and Shumbha-Nishumbha

या देवी सर्वभूतेषु दयारूपेण संस्थिता

या देवी सर्वभूतेषु दयारूपेण संस्थिता ।

Adores the Divine Mother as the indwelling compassion and mercy within all beings • Cultivates inner peace (shanti) and a forgiving, gentle heart (kshanti)

या देवी सर्वभूतेषु शक्ति-बुद्धि-लक्ष्मीरूपेण

या देवी सर्वभूतेषु शक्तिरूपेण संस्थिता ।

Invokes the Goddess as the indwelling Shakti (power) in every being, awakening inner strength • Cultivates buddhi — clear intelligence and right discernment — as a divine presence

य इदं शृणुयान्नित्यम् (विष्णु सहस्रनाम फलश्रुति)

य इदं शृणुयान्नित्यं यश्चापि परिकीर्तयेत् ।

Frees the reciter from all inauspiciousness in this world and the next • Grants the specific fruit each seeker rightly desires — knowledge, victory, wealth or happiness

या श्रीः स्वयं सुकृतिनाम्

या श्रीः स्वयं सुकृतिनां भवनेष्वलक्ष्मीः

Invokes the Goddess as Shri-Lakshmi to bring fortune, abundance and prosperity into the home • Believed to drive away Alakshmi (poverty, misfortune, negativity) from the household

यस्य स्मृत्या च नामोक्त्या

यस्य स्मृत्या च नामोक्त्या तपोयज्ञक्रियादिषु ।

Recited at the conclusion of any puja, japa, homa or vrata to make it complete • Compensates for any errors, omissions or imperfections in ritual and worship

यति पञ्चकम् (कौपीन पञ्चकम्)

वेदान्तवाक्येषु सदा रमन्तो

Recitation of the Yati Panchakam (Kaupina Panchakam) is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the deity. • Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.

यत्रैतत्पठ्यते सम्यक्

उपसर्गानशेषांस्तु महामारीसमुद्भवान् ।

Declares the power of the Devi Mahatmya to quell pestilence and portents • Promises the Goddess's abiding presence where her Mahatmya is recited

युधिष्ठिरकृत दुर्गा स्तोत्रम्

यशोदागर्भसम्भूतां नारायणवरप्रियाम्।

Recited for divine protection during times of danger, concealment and difficulty • Invokes the Goddess as the slayer of demons and the guardian of the righteous