महिषासुर मर्दिनी स्तोत्रम्
A powerful hymn composed by Adi Shankaracharya celebrating Goddess Durga's victory over the demon Mahishasura. It is known for its vibrant energy and devotional fervor.
Chant Details
Origin:
Author: आदि शंकराचार्य
Language: Sanskrit, Hindi, English
Scripture: Composition by Adi Shankaracharya
Total Verses: 7
Spiritual Benefits
- Invokes courage and strength
- Destroys negativity and evil forces
- Grants victory over adversities
- Fosters devotion to Goddess Durga
Media
Sacred Verses
1.Verse 1
Sanskrit
अयि गिरिनन्दिनि नन्दितमेदिनि विश्वविनोदिनि नन्दिनुते ।
Hindi Translation
हे गिरिराज की पुत्री! जो इस संपूर्ण पृथ्वी को आनंदित करती हैं, आप की स्तुति सब करते हैं।
English Translation
Ayi Giri-Nandini Nandita-Medini Vishva-Vinodini Nandi-Nute
Explanation
This verse addresses the Goddess as the daughter of the mountain (Parvati), who brings joy to the world, and is praised by all beings.
2.Verse 2
Sanskrit
गिरिवरविन्यसि राजितचामर धीरणमज्जनि राजनुते ॥
Hindi Translation
आपके राजसी ध्वज और सुंदर चंवर (पंखा) पर्वत की ऊँचाइयों में शोभायमान हैं; राजाओं द्वारा आपकी पूजा होती है।
English Translation
Girivara-Vinayasi Raajita-Caamara Dhiranamajjani Raajanute
Explanation
The Goddess is adorned royally, and kings offer their respects and worship her divine grandeur.
3.Verse 3
Sanskrit
सजलजलान्धर शोभित हारिणि मेलनमल्लिक मल्लिकिते ।
Hindi Translation
आपके गले में गीले मेघों के जैसे सुंदर हार हैं, जिसमें चमेली के फूलों की माला भी सजी है।
English Translation
Sajala-Jalaandhara Shobhita Haarini Melana-Mallika Mallikite
Explanation
The Goddess wears beautiful garlands that shine like water-laden clouds, decorated with fragrant jasmine flowers.
4.Verse 4
Sanskrit
सिति-कृतफुल्ल समृद्धकृपापरिपूर्ण दृगञ्चल चञ्चलिते ॥
Hindi Translation
आपकी दृष्टि से करुणा की गंगा बहती है; वह आंखों की कोरों से झलकती रहती है।
English Translation
Siti-Krita-Phulla Samriddha-Krupa Paripurna Drigan-Chala Chanchalite
Explanation
The Goddess’s glances are filled with abundant compassion and kindness, bringing peace to the devotees.
5.Verse 5
Sanskrit
अयि शिवसङ्करार्ध शरीरिके शिव शिव शङ्कर दास नुते ।
Hindi Translation
हे देवी! आप शिव के अर्धांगिनी हैं, शिवजी और उनके भक्तों द्वारा पूजित हैं।
English Translation
Ayi Shiva-Sankara-Ardha Sharirike Shiva Shiva Shankara Daasa Nute
Explanation
She is the consort of Lord Shiva (Ardhanarishwara form), and is worshipped by both Lord Shiva and his devotees.
6.Verse 6
Sanskrit
जगदुभय मोचनि साधुजनाश्रित पाद सरोजतले ॥
Hindi Translation
आप संसार के बंधनों को काटती हैं और सज्जनों के लिए आपके चरणकमल आश्रय स्थल हैं।
English Translation
Jagad-Ubhaya Mochani Saadhujana-Aashrita Paada Saroja-Tale
Explanation
She liberates beings from worldly bondage and provides refuge at her lotus feet to the righteous.
7.Verse 7
Sanskrit
महिषासुर मर्दिनि विजयते भवतारिणि श्रीदुर्गे ॥
Hindi Translation
महिषासुर का वध करनेवाली, संसार-सागर से पार लगानेवाली माता श्री दुर्गा की जय हो।
English Translation
Mahishasura Mardini Vijayate Bhavataarini Shree Durge
Explanation
Victory to Goddess Durga, the slayer of Mahishasura, who helps devotees cross the ocean of existence.
Important Notes
The Mahishasura Mardini Stotram is a very popular and powerful chant, especially recited during Navratri and Durga Puja.
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