ಶಿವ ಚಾಲೀಸಾ
Shiv Chalisa in Kannada · ಕನ್ನಡ
ಮೂಲ & ಕಥೆ
Hindu devotional tradition · Unknown (attributed to devotional folk tradition) · Medieval period
The Shiv Chalisa follows the Chalisa tradition popularized by Tulsidas, but its specific authorship is debated. It describes Lord Shiva in his complete form — the ascetic who is also the householder, the destroyer who is also the creator, the fierce one who is also compassionate. The narrative draws from the Shiva Purana, referencing his destruction of Tripurasur, his role in the Samudra Manthan (ocean churning), and his eternal dance of creation and dissolution.
✦ ಶಾಸ್ತ್ರಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಹೇಳಿದಂತೆ
The Shiva Purana narrates that when the poison Halahala emerged during the churning of the cosmic ocean, threatening to destroy all creation, neither gods nor demons could contain it. Lord Shiva drank the entire poison to save the universe. Goddess Parvati pressed his throat to prevent it from entering his body, turning his throat blue — hence his name Neelkanth (Blue-Throated One). This act of self-sacrifice for all of creation is the ultimate demonstration of Shiva's compassion.
ಕೇಳುತ್ತಾ ಪಠಿಸಿ
ಅರ್ಥದೊಂದಿಗೆ ಪೂರ್ಣ ಪಾಠ
ಯಾವುದೇ ಸಾಲನ್ನು ಅಥವಾ ▶ ಬಟನ್ ಒತ್ತಿ ಕೇಳಿ
॥ ದೋಹಾ ॥ ಜಯ ಗಣೇಶ ಗಿರಿಜಾ ಸುವನ, ಮಂಗಲ ಮೂಲ ಸುಜಾನ। ಕಹತ ಅಯೋಧ್ಯಾದಾಸ ತುಮ, ದೇಹು ಅಭಯ ವರದಾನ॥
|| Doha || Jai Ganesh Girija Suvan, Mangal Mool Sujaan Kahat Ayodhyadas Tum, Dehu Abhay Vardaan
ಅರ್ಥ:Opening Doha: Victory to Ganesh, son of Girija (Parvati), the wise root of all auspiciousness. Ayodhyadas says — grant us the boon of fearlessness.
॥ ಚೌಪಾಈ ॥ ಜಯ ಗಿರಿಜಾ ಪತಿ ದೀನದಯಾಲಾ। ಸದಾ ಕರತ ಸನ್ತನ ಪ್ರತಿಪಾಲಾ॥
|| Chaupai || Jai Girijapati Deendayala Sada Karat Santan Pratipala
ಅರ್ಥ:Victory to the Lord of Parvati, compassionate to the humble. You always protect the saints.
ಭಾಲ ಚನ್ದ್ರಮಾ ಸೋಹತ ನೀಕೇ। ಕಾನನ ಕುಣ್ಡಲ ನಾಗಫನೀ ಕೇ॥
Bhal Chandrama Sohat Neeke Kanan Kundal Nagphani Ke
ಅರ್ಥ:The crescent moon adorns your forehead beautifully. Your earrings are serpent hoods.
ಅಂಗ ಗೌರ ಶಿರ ಗಂಗ ಬಹಾಯೇ। ಮುಣ್ಡಮಾಲ ತನ ಛಾರ ಲಗಾಯೇ॥
Ang Gaur Shir Gang Bahaye Mundmal Tan Chhar Lagaye
ಅರ್ಥ:Your body is fair, the Ganga flows from your head. You wear a garland of skulls and smear ash on your body.
ವಸ್ತ್ರ ಖಾಲ ಬಾಘಮ್ಬರ ಸೋಹೇ। ಛವಿ ಕೋ ದೇಖ ನಾಗ ಮುನಿ ಮೋಹೇ॥
Vastra Khal Baghambr Sohe Chhavi Ko Dekh Naag Muni Mohe
ಅರ್ಥ:You are adorned in tiger skin. Seeing your beauty, even serpents and sages are enchanted.
ಮೈನಾ ಮಾತು ಕೀ ಹವೈ ದುಲಾರೀ। ವಾಮ ಅಂಗ ಸೋಹತ ಛವಿ ನ್ಯಾರೀ॥
Maina Matu Ki Havai Dulari Vam Ang Sohat Chhavi Nyari
ಅರ್ಥ:Parvati, the beloved daughter of Maina, sits at your left side in unique splendor.
ಕರ ತ್ರಿಶೂಲ ಸೋಹತ ಛವಿ ಭಾರೀ। ಕರತ ಸದಾ ಶತ್ರುನ ಕ್ಷಯಕಾರೀ॥
Kar Trishul Sohat Chhavi Bhari Karat Sada Shatrun Kshayakari
ಅರ್ಥ:The trident in your hand looks magnificent. You constantly destroy all enemies.
ನನ್ದಿ ಗಣೇಶ ಸೋಹತ ತಹಂ ಕೈಸೇ। ಸಾಗರ ಮಧ್ಯ ಕಮಲ ಹೈಂ ಜೈಸೇ॥
Nandi Ganesh Sohat Tahan Kaise Sagar Madhya Kamal Hain Jaise
ಅರ್ಥ:Nandi and Ganesh sit beside you, like lotuses in the middle of an ocean.
ಕಾರ್ತಿಕ ಶ್ಯಾಮ ಔರ ಗಣರಾಊ। ಯಾ ಛವಿ ಕೋ ಕಹಿ ಜಾತ ನ ಕಾಊ॥
Kartik Shyam Aur Ganrau Ya Chhavi Ko Kahi Jaat Na Kau
ಅರ್ಥ:Kartikeya, the dark one, and lord Ganesha — no one can describe this divine vision.
ದೇವನ ಜಬಹೀಂ ಜಾಯ ಪುಕಾರಾ। ತಬಹೀಂ ದುಖ ಪ್ರಭು ಆಪ ನಿವಾರಾ॥
Devan Jabahi Jaay Pukara Tabahi Dukh Prabhu Aap Nivara
ಅರ್ಥ:Whenever the gods come crying to you, you immediately remove their sorrows.
ಕಿಯಾ ಉಪದ್ರವ ತಾರಕ ಭಾರೀ। ದೇವನ ಸಬ ಮಿಲಿ ತುಮಹಿಂ ಜುಹಾರೀ॥
Kiya Upadrav Tarak Bhari Devan Sab Mili Tumhi Juhari
ಅರ್ಥ:When the demon Tarak caused great havoc, all the gods together came to pray to you.
ತುರತ ಷಡಾನನ ಆಪ ಪಠಾಯಊ। ಲವನಿಮೇಷ ಮಹಂ ಮಾರಿ ಗಿರಾಯಊ॥
Turat Shadanan Aap Pathayau Lav Nimesh Mahan Maari Girayau
ಅರ್ಥ:You immediately sent your six-faced son (Kartikeya). In the blink of an eye, he slew and felled the demon.
ಆಪ ಜಲನ್ಧರ ಅಸುರ ಸಂಹಾರಾ। ಸುಯಶ ತುಮ್ಹಾರ ವಿದಿತ ಸಂಸಾರಾ॥
Aap Jalandhar Asur Samhara Suyash Tumhar Vidit Sansara
ಅರ್ಥ:You yourself destroyed the demon Jalandhar. Your glory is known throughout the world.
ತ್ರಿಪುರಾಸುರ ಸನ ಯುದ್ಧ ಮಚಾಈ। ಸಬಹಿಂ ಕೃಪಾ ಕರಿ ಲೀನ ಬಚಾಈ॥
Tripurasur San Yuddh Machai Sabhi Kripa Kari Leen Bachai
ಅರ್ಥ:You waged war against the demon Tripurasur. With your grace, you saved everyone.
ಕಿಯಾ ತಪಹಿಂ ಭಾಗೀರಥ ಭಾರೀ। ಪುರಬ ಪ್ರತಿಜ್ಞಾ ತಾಸು ಪುರಾರೀ॥
Kiya Tapahi Bhagirath Bhari Purab Pratigya Tasu Purari
ಅರ್ಥ:Bhagirath performed great penance. You fulfilled his ancient vow, O Lord.
ದಾನಿನ ಮಹಂ ತುಮ ಸಮ ಕೋಉ ನಾಹೀಂ। ಸೇವಕ ಸ್ತುತಿ ಕರತ ಸದಾಹೀಂ॥
Danin Mahan Tum Sam Kou Nahin Sevak Stuti Karat Sadahin
ಅರ್ಥ:Among the generous, none equals you. Your devotees always sing your praises.
ವೇದ ನಾಮ ಮಹಿಮಾ ತವ ಗಾಈಂ। ಅಕಥ ಅನಾದಿ ಭೇದ ನಹಿಂ ಪಾಈಂ॥
Ved Naam Mahima Tav Gayin Akath Anadi Bhed Nahin Payin
ಅರ್ಥ:The Vedas sing the glory of your name. Indescribable, beginningless — they cannot fathom your mystery.
ಪ್ರಗಟ ಉದಧಿ ಮಂಥನ ಮೇಂ ಜ್ವಾಲಾ। ಜರತ ಸುರಾಸುರ ಭಏ ಬಿಹಾಲಾ॥
Pragat Udadhi Manthan Mein Jwala Jarat Surasur Bhaye Bihala
ಅರ್ಥ:During the churning of the ocean, terrible poison emerged. Both gods and demons were distraught as it burned.
ಕೀನ್ಹ ದಯಾ ತಹಂ ಕರೀ ಸಹಾಈ। ನೀಲಕಂಠ ತಬ ನಾಮ ಕಹಾಈ॥
Keenh Daya Tahan Kari Sahai Neelkanth Tab Naam Kahai
ಅರ್ಥ:You showed mercy and came to their aid. Then you were called Neelkanth (the blue-throated one).
ಪೂಜನ ರಾಮಚನ್ದ್ರ ಜಬ ಕೀನ್ಹಾ। ಜೀತ ಕೇ ಲಂಕ ವಿಭೀಷಣ ದೀನ್ಹಾ॥
Poojan Ramchandra Jab Keenha Jeet Ke Lanka Vibheeshan Deenha
ಅರ್ಥ:When Lord Ramchandra performed your worship, he conquered Lanka and gave it to Vibhishana.
ಸಹಸ ಕಮಲ ಮೇಂ ಹೋ ರಹೇ ಧಾರೀ। ಕೀನ್ಹ ಪರೀಕ್ಷಾ ತಬಹಿಂ ಪುರಾರೀ॥
Sahas Kamal Mein Ho Rahe Dhari Keenh Pariksha Tabahi Purari
ಅರ್ಥ:Ram was offering a thousand lotuses to you. Then you, O Lord, tested his devotion.
ಏಕ ಕಮಲ ಪ್ರಭು ರಾಖೇಉ ಜೋಈ। ಕಮಲ ನಯನ ಪೂಜನ ಚಹಂ ಸೋಈ॥
Ek Kamal Prabhu Rakheu Joi Kamal Nayan Poojan Chaha Soi
ಅರ್ಥ:You hid one lotus. Ram offered his own lotus-like eye in its place.
ಕಠಿನ ಭಕ್ತಿ ದೇಖೀ ಪ್ರಭು ಶಂಕರ। ಭಏ ಪ್ರಸನ್ನ ದಿಏ ಇಚ್ಛಿತ ವರ॥
Kathin Bhakti Dekhi Prabhu Shankar Bhaye Prasanna Diye Ichchhit Var
ಅರ್ಥ:Seeing such intense devotion, Lord Shankar was pleased and granted him the desired boon.
ಜಯ ಜಯ ಜಯ ಅನನ್ತ ಅವಿನಾಶೀ। ಕರತ ಕೃಪಾ ಸಬಕೇ ಘಟವಾಸೀ॥
Jai Jai Jai Anant Avinashi Karat Kripa Sabke Ghatvasi
ಅರ್ಥ:Victory, victory, victory to the infinite and imperishable! You dwell in all hearts and shower grace upon everyone.
ದುಷ್ಟ ಸಕಲ ಮೋಹಿಂ ನಿತ ಸತಾವೈಂ। ಭ್ರಮತ ರಹಉಂ ಮೋಹಿಂ ಚೈನ ನ ಆವೈ॥
Dusht Sakal Mohi Nit Satavain Bhramat Rahau Mohi Chain Na Aavai
ಅರ್ಥ:Wicked people torment me constantly. I wander restlessly with no peace.
ತ್ರಾಹಿ ತ್ರಾಹಿ ಮೈಂ ನಾಥ ಪುಕಾರೋ। ಯಹಿ ಅವಸರ ಮೋಹಿಂ ಆನ ಉಬಾರೋ॥
Trahi Trahi Main Naath Pukaro Yahi Avasar Mohi Aan Ubaro
ಅರ್ಥ:I cry out — save me, save me, O Lord! At this moment, come and rescue me.
ಲೈ ತ್ರಿಶೂಲ ಶತ್ರುನ ಕೋ ಮಾರೋ। ಸಂಕಟ ಸೇ ಮೋಹಿಂ ಆನ ಉಬಾರೋ॥
Lai Trishul Shatrun Ko Maro Sankat Se Mohi Aan Ubaro
ಅರ್ಥ:Take up your trident and destroy my enemies. Rescue me from this crisis.
ಮಾತ ಪಿತಾ ಭ್ರಾತಾ ಸಬ ಕೋಈ। ಸಂಕಟ ಮೇಂ ಪೂಛತ ನಹಿಂ ಕೋಈ॥
Maat Pita Bhrata Sab Koi Sankat Mein Poochhat Nahin Koi
ಅರ್ಥ:Mother, father, brothers — everyone — in times of trouble, no one asks about me.
ಸ್ವಾಮೀ ಏಕ ಹೈ ಆಸ ತುಮ್ಹಾರೀ। ಆಯ ಹರಹು ಅಬ ಸಂಕಟ ಭಾರೀ॥
Swami Ek Hai Aas Tumhari Aay Harahu Ab Sankat Bhari
ಅರ್ಥ:O Lord, my only hope is in you. Come now and remove this great difficulty.
ಧಾಮ ತುಮ್ಹಾರೋ ಕೈಲಾಶ ಹೈ ಭಾರೀ। ಸಬ ಜಗ ಜಾನತ ಸುನ್ದರ ನ್ಯಾರೀ॥
Dham Tumharo Kailash Hai Bhari Sab Jag Janat Sundar Nyari
ಅರ್ಥ:Your abode is the mighty Kailash. The whole world knows its incomparable beauty.
ನನ್ದೀ ಭೃಂಗೀ ಸದಾ ಸೋಹಾರೀ। ಕರತ ಭಜನ ಬ್ರಹ್ಮ ಸುಕುಮಾರೀ॥
Nandi Bhringi Sada Sohari Karat Bhajan Brahm Sukumari
ಅರ್ಥ:Nandi and Bhringi are always delighted there. Brahma and other gods perform worship.
ಕಂಚನ ಕುಣ್ಡಲ ಕರ್ಣನ ಶೋಭೇ। ದೇವತಾ ದರ್ಶನ ಕೋ ಅತಿ ಲೋಭೇ॥
Kanchan Kundal Karnan Shobhe Devta Darshan Ko Ati Lobhe
ಅರ್ಥ:Golden earrings adorn your ears beautifully. The gods are eager to behold you.
ಪ್ರಸನ್ನ ಚಿತ ಹೋಇ ಶಮ್ಭು ಶೂಲಾ। ಬಾಂಟ ದೇ ಸಬಕೋ ಅಮರ ಫಲಾ॥
Prasanna Chit Hoi Shambhu Shoola Bant De Sabko Amar Phala
ಅರ್ಥ:When Lord Shambhu is pleased in his heart, he distributes the immortal fruit to all.
ನಾಗಪಾಶ ಲಪೇಟ ಶರೀರಾ। ಐಸೇ ಶೋಭಿತ ತ್ರಿಪುರಾರೀ ವೀರಾ॥
Nagpash Lapet Sharira Aise Shobhit Tripurari Veera
ಅರ್ಥ:Serpents are wrapped around your body. Thus adorned, O brave Tripurari, you shine.
ಕರತ ಸದಾ ಶತ್ರುನ ಕ್ಷಯಕಾರೀ। ದೇವತಾಓಂ ಕೇ ಸದಾ ಸುಖಕಾರೀ॥
Karat Sada Shatrun Kshayakari Devtaon Ke Sada Sukhkari
ಅರ್ಥ:You always destroy enemies. You always bring happiness to the gods.
ಶಿವ ಚಾಲೀಸಾ ಜೋ ಕೋಈ ಗಾವೇ। ಸಬ ಸುಖ ಸಮ್ಪತ್ತಿ ಘರ ಆವೇ॥
Shiv Chalisa Jo Koi Gaave Sab Sukh Sampatti Ghar Aave
ಅರ್ಥ:Whoever sings this Shiv Chalisa, all happiness and prosperity comes to their home.
ಕಾಶೀ ಮೇಂ ವಿರಾಜತ ಶಮ್ಭು ಶಂಕರ। ಆರತೀ ಹೋತ ಸದಾ ಜಯ ಕರ॥
Kashi Mein Virajat Shambhu Shankar Aarti Hot Sada Jai Kar
ಅರ್ಥ:In Kashi, Lord Shambhu Shankar resides. His aarti is performed with triumphant celebration always.
ವಿಶ್ವನಾಥ ದರಬಾರ ಹೈ ಭಾರೀ। ಜಹಾಂ ಬಸತ ತೀನೋಂ ತ್ರಿಪುರಾರೀ॥
Vishwanath Darbar Hai Bhari Jahan Basat Teeno Tripurari
ಅರ್ಥ:The court of Vishwanath is magnificent. There the Lord of the three worlds dwells.
ದಶರಥ ಏಕ ಅಚಮ್ಭೋ ದೇಖಾ। ಶಮ್ಭು ವಿವಾಹ ಮನೋಹರ ಪೇಖಾ॥
Dashrath Ek Achambho Dekha Shambhu Vivah Manohar Pekha
ಅರ್ಥ:Dashrath witnessed a wondrous sight — the beautiful and enchanting wedding of Lord Shambhu.
ಸುನ್ದರದಾಸ ಜ್ಞಾನ ನಹಿಂ ಪಾಯೋ। ಶಿವ ಚಾಲೀಸಾ ಅಲ್ಪ ಬನಾಯೋ॥
Sundardas Gyan Nahin Payo Shiv Chalisa Alp Banayo
ಅರ್ಥ:Sundardas says he has not attained full knowledge, and has composed this humble Shiv Chalisa.
ಜೋ ಯಹ ಪಢ़ೇ ಮಹೇಶ್ವರ ಪೂಜಾ। ಉಸಕೀ ಕಠಿನ ಕಭೀ ನಹಿಂ ದೂಜಾ॥
Jo Yah Padhe Maheshwar Pooja Uski Kathin Kabhi Nahin Dooja
ಅರ್ಥ:Whoever reads this worship of Maheshwar, no difficulty can ever touch them.
॥ ದೋಹಾ ॥ ಮಂತ್ರ ತಂತ್ರ ವಿಜ್ಞಾನ ಕೇ ಜೋ ಕುಛ ಹೋವೇ ಸಾರ। ಶಿವ ಶಿವ ಶಿವ ಸತ್ಯ ಹೈ ಶಿವ ಕಾ ನಾಮ ಅಪಾರ॥
|| Doha || Mantra Tantra Vigyan Ke Jo Kuchh Hove Saar Shiv Shiv Shiv Satya Hai Shiv Ka Naam Apaar
ಅರ್ಥ:Closing Doha: Of all mantras, tantras and sciences — whatever essence exists — Shiva, Shiva, Shiva is the truth. The name of Shiva is infinite.
ಪದ-ಪದ ಅರ್ಥ
ಉಚ್ಚಾರಣೆ ಕೇಳಲು ಯಾವುದೇ ಪದವನ್ನು ಕ್ಲಿಕ್ ಮಾಡಿ
Shiv Chalisa ಪಾರಾಯಣದ ಪ್ರಯೋಜನಗಳು
Invokes Lord Shiva's complete grace and protection
Especially powerful on Mondays, Maha Shivaratri and Shravan month
Grants peace of mind, removes anger and negative emotions
Destroys enemies and obstacles as described in the verses
Brings harmony in marriage (Shiva-Parvati being the ideal couple)
Regular Monday recitation transforms one's spiritual life
Shiv Chalisa ಪಾರಾಯಣ ವಿಧಿ
Sit before a Shiva Lingam or image. Light a diya with ghee. Offer bilva leaves and water. Chant 11 times on Mondays for regular practice. During Shravan month (July-August), daily recitation is especially powerful. The Shiv Chalisa can be followed by chanting 'Om Namah Shivaya' 108 times for deeper devotion.
ಪದೇ ಪದೇ ಕೇಳುವ ಪ್ರಶ್ನೆಗಳು
ಇವನ್ನೂ ಓದಿ
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ಪೂರ್ಣ Shiv Chalisaವನ್ನು ಶ್ಲೋಕ-ಶ್ಲೋಕ ಅರ್ಥದೊಂದಿಗೆ ಓದಿ, ಅಥವಾ ಇನ್ನಷ್ಟು ಪವಿತ್ರ ಪಾಠಗಳನ್ನು ನೋಡಿ