Shiva Ashtakam Lyrics
Lyrics in English
Prabhum Prananatham Vibhum VishvanathamJagannatha Natham Sadananda Bhajam ।
Bhavadbhavya Bhuteshwaram Bhutanatham,Shivam Shankaram Shambhu Mishanamide ॥
Gale Rundamalam Tanau SarpajalamMahakala Kalam Ganeshadi Palam ।
Jatajuta Gangottarangai Rvishalam,Shivam Shankaram Shambhu Mishanamide ॥
Mudamakaram Mandanam MandayantamMaha Mandalam Bhasma Bhushadharam Tam ।
Anadim Hyaparam Maha Mohamaram,Shivam Shankaram Shambhu Mishanamide ॥
Vatadho Nivasam MahattattahasamMahapapa Nasham Sada Suprakasham ।
Girisham Ganesham Suresham Mahesham,Shivam Shankaram Shambhu Mishanamide ॥
Girindratmaja SangrihitardhadehamGirau Sansthitam Sarvadapanna Geham ।
Parabrahma Brahmadibhir-Vandyamanam,Shivam Shankaram Shambhu Mishanamide ॥
Kapalam Trishulam Karabhyam DadhanamPadambhoja Namraya Kamam Dadanam ।
Balivardhamanam Suranam Pradhanam,Shivam Shankaram Shambhu Mishanamide ॥
Sharachchandra Gatram GananandapatramTrinetram Pavitram Dhaneshasya Mitram ।
Aparna Kalatram Sada Sachcharitram,Shivam Shankaram Shambhu Mishanamide ॥
Haram Sarpaharam Chita BhuviharamBhavam Vedasaram Sada Nirvikaram ।
Shmashane Vasantam Manojam Dahantam,Shivam Shankaram Shambhu Mishanamide ॥
Svayam Yah Prabhate Narashshula PanePathet Stotraratnam Tvihaprapyaratnam ।
Suputram Sudhanyam Sumitram KalatramVichitraissamaradhya Moksham Prayati ॥
हिंदी मंत्र
प्रभुं प्राणनाथंम् विभुं विश्वनाथंम्
जगन्नाथनाथं सदानन्दभाजाम् ।
भवद्भव्यभूतेश्वरं भूतनाथं
शिवं शङ्करं शम्भुमीशानमीडे ॥
गले रुण्डमालं तनौ सर्पजालं
महाकालकालं गणेशादिपालम् ।
जटाजूटगङ्गोत्तरङ्गैर्विशालं
शिवं शङ्करं शम्भुमीशानमीडे ॥
मुदामाकरं मण्डनं मण्डयन्तं
महामण्डलं भस्मभूषाधरं तम् ।
अनादिं ह्यपारं महामोहमारं
शिवं शङ्करं शम्भुमीशानमीडे ॥
वटाधोनिवासं महाट्टाट्टहासं
महापापनाशं सदासुप्रकाशम् ।
गिरीशं गणेशं सुरेशं महेशं
शिवं शङ्करं शम्भुमीशानमीडे ॥
गिरिन्द्रात्मजासङ्गृहीतार्धदेहं
गिरौसंस्थितं सर्वदा पन्नगेहम् ।
परब्रह्मब्रह्मादिभिर्वन्द्यमानं
शिवं शङ्करं शम्भुमीशानमीडे ॥
कपालं त्रिशूलं कराभ्यां दधानं
पदाम्भोजनम्राय कामं ददानम् ।
बलीवर्दयानं सुराणां प्रधानं
शिवं शङ्करं शम्भुमीशानमीडे ॥
शरच्चन्द्रगात्रं गणानन्दपात्रं
त्रिनेत्रं पवित्रं धनेशस्य मित्रम् ।
अपर्णाकलत्रं सदासच्चरित्रं
शिवं शङ्करं शम्भुमीशानमीडे ॥
हरं सर्पहारं चिताभूविहारं
भवं वेदसारं सदा निर्विकारम् ।
श्मशाने वसन्तं मनोजं दहन्तं
शिवं शङ्करं शम्भुमीशानमीडे ॥
स्तवं यः प्रभाते नरश्शूलपाणेः
पठेत् स्तोत्ररत्नं त्विहप्राप्यरत्नम् ।
सुपुत्रं सुधान्यं सुमित्रं कलत्रं
विचित्रैस्समाराध्य मोक्षं प्रयाति ॥
॥ इति श्री शिवाष्टकम् ॥
About Shiva Ashtakam
Shiva Ashtakam is a devotional hymn composed of eight verses, dedicated to Lord Shiva. This powerful composition praises the divine qualities and attributes of Shiva, seeking his blessings and protection.
Shiva, often depicted as a yogi, ascetic, and destroyer of evil, is a central figure in Hinduism. He represents the transformative aspects of existence, symbolizing creation, preservation, and destruction.
The Shiva Ashtakam delves deep into these dimensions, celebrating Shiva as the ultimate reality, the source and the end of all creation. Shiva’s iconography is as complex and symbolic as his nature. His matted locks, adorned with the Ganga river, represent the flow of consciousness and the cleansing power of divine knowledge. The serpent around his neck signifies the control of primal energies, while the crescent moon on his forehead symbolizes the cyclical nature of time. The third eye, often depicted as a fiery emblem, represents the power of wisdom and destruction of ignorance.
The Shiva Ashtakam is structured as a series of eight verses, each offering a unique perspective on Shiva’s divinity. The hymn employs vivid imagery and poetic language to evoke a sense of awe and reverence for the deity. By meditating on these verses, devotees can connect with Shiva’s essence and experience a profound transformation of consciousness. The verses of the Shiva Ashtakam delve into the multifaceted nature of Shiva, exploring his various aspects as the creator, preserver, and destroyer. They describe his cosmic dance, the Tandava, which symbolizes the dynamic rhythm of creation and dissolution. The hymn also highlights Shiva’s role as the ultimate ascetic, detached from worldly desires and immersed in deep meditation.
The Ashtakam typically:
- Describes Shiva’s cosmic forms and powers: It delves into Shiva’s various manifestations, such as the creator, preserver, and destroyer.
- Emphasizes Shiva’s benevolence: Despite his fearsome aspects, the hymn highlights Shiva’s compassionate nature and his role as a protector of his devotees.
- Seeks divine grace: The devotee humbly requests Shiva’s blessings for peace, prosperity, and spiritual liberation.
By chanting the Shiva Ashtakam, devotees aim to connect with the divine, experience inner peace, and overcome life’s challenges.
Shiva Ashtakam is a devotional hymn dedicated to Lord Shiva. This powerful composition praises the divine qualities and attributes of God Shiva, seeking his blessings and protection.
Shiva Ashtakam YouTube LinkAlso Chant: Shri Annapurnashtakam
