Krishna Krishna Mahayogin
कृष्ण कृष्ण महायोगिन्
Also known as: krishna krishna mahayogin · krishna krishna mahayogin bhaktanam abhayankara · govinda paramananda sarvam me vasham anaya · mahayogin bhaktanam abhayankara
Read in your language / script
✦ Meaning
This celebrated verse calls upon Sri Krishna as the great Yogi (Mahayogin), the giver of fearlessness to His devotees, and the very form of supreme bliss, praying that He set everything right and favourable. It is traditionally associated with the prayer offered to Krishna in moments of danger, invoking His protective grace.
Origin & Story
Traditional Vaishnava prayer verse (sharanagati / protection shloka) · Unknown (traditional) · Classical Vaishnava tradition
This verse is treasured as a prayer of refuge offered to Sri Krishna in moments of need. By addressing Him as Mahayogin and as the one who grants fearlessness to His devotees, it expresses the conviction that Krishna, the supreme controller, can dispel every danger and bring all things into favour. It is recited by Vaishnavas as a heartfelt appeal for protection and grace.
✦ As told in scripture
Devotees recall that calling on Krishna as 'bhaktanam abhayankara' — the giver of fearlessness to His devotees — has steadied their hearts and turned threatening situations to safety, reflecting the Lord's vow that His devotee never perishes.
The Mantra
Tap any line — or the ▶ button — to hear it recited
कृष्ण कृष्ण महायोगिन् भक्तानामभयङ्कर । गोविन्द परमानन्द सर्वं मे वशमानय ॥
Krishna Krishna mahayogin bhaktanam abhayankara Govinda paramananda sarvam me vasham anaya
Meaning:O Krishna, O Krishna, great Lord of Yoga! O bestower of fearlessness upon Your devotees! O Govinda, O embodiment of supreme bliss — please bring everything into harmony and favour for me.
Word-by-Word Meaning
Click any word to hear its pronunciation
Benefits of Chanting Krishna Krishna Mahayogin
Invokes Krishna as 'Abhayankara' — the remover of fear — for courage and protection
A powerful prayer of surrender in times of danger, distress or uncertainty
Addresses Krishna as Mahayogin, the supreme master who can turn any situation favourable
Cultivates faith that everything (sarvam) ultimately rests in Krishna's loving control
Short and easy to repeat, suitable for japa and continuous remembrance
Brings inner peace, fearlessness and the bliss (paramananda) of Krishna's presence
How to Chant Krishna Krishna Mahayogin
Sit before an image of Sri Krishna and chant the verse with sincere surrender, dwelling on 'bhaktanam abhayankara' — He who removes the fear of His devotees. It may be repeated as japa (11, 27 or 108 times) when seeking protection and the resolving of difficulties, or simply offered once with full faith before any undertaking.
Frequently Asked Questions
You May Also Like
ॐ
Explore more sacred mantras with complete meaning and chanting guides