शिव अपराध क्षमापन स्तोत्रम् — Word-by-Word Meaning
शिव अपराध क्षमापन स्तोत्रम्
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Complete Translation
भगवान शिव से अपनी पूजा व जीवन की त्रुटियों व अपराधों की क्षमा माँगती हुई हृदयस्पर्शी प्रार्थना — "हे शंकर, पार्वतीपते, कृपा कर मेरी रक्षा करो।" शरणागत भाव से यह स्तोत्र प्रभु से समस्त अपराध क्षमा कर कृपा देने की याचना करता है।
Origin & History
Source: Traditional (ascribed to Adi Shankaracharya)
Author: Adi Shankaracharya
Period: Classical
The Shiva Aparadha Kshamapana Stotram is traditionally ascribed to Adi Shankaracharya. A heartfelt prayer to Lord Shiva begging forgiveness for the faults and lapses of one’s worship and life — "O Shankara, consort of Parvati, in Your mercy protect me." Sung in surrender, it asks the Lord to overlook every offence (aparadha) and grant His grace.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Shiva Aparadha Kshamapana Stotram?▼
A heartfelt prayer to Lord Shiva begging forgiveness for the faults and lapses of one’s worship and life — "O Shankara, consort of Parvati, in Your mercy protect me." Sung in surrender, it asks the Lord to overlook every offence (aparadha) and grant His grace.
Who composed the Shiva Aparadha Kshamapana Stotram, and when is it recited?▼
It is attributed to Adi Shankaracharya (Traditional (ascribed to Adi Shankaracharya)). 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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