Sadashiva Ashtakam — Word-by-Word Meaning
सदाशिव अष्टकम्
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Word-by-Word Breakdown
Complete Translation
Eight verses to Sadashiva — the ever-auspicious Shiva — each closing with the refrain "I bow to Shiva-Shankara, the boon-giver of Hara and Parvati." A flowing litany of the Lord’s many sacred names and forms.
Origin & History
Source: Traditional
Author: Traditional
Period: Classical
The Sadashiva Ashtakam is a cherished traditional hymn. Eight verses to Sadashiva — the ever-auspicious Shiva — each closing with the refrain "I bow to Shiva-Shankara, the boon-giver of Hara and Parvati." A flowing litany of the Lord’s many sacred names and forms.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Sadashiva Ashtakam?▼
Eight verses to Sadashiva — the ever-auspicious Shiva — each closing with the refrain "I bow to Shiva-Shankara, the boon-giver of Hara and Parvati." A flowing litany of the Lord’s many sacred names and forms.
Who composed the Sadashiva Ashtakam, and when is it recited?▼
It is a traditional hymn (Traditional). It is recited in the morning or evening with devotion, and especially on Mondays and during Maha Shivaratri, Pradosh and the month of Shravan.
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