Shri Krishnashtakam Lyrics
Lyrics in English
Vasudeva Sutam DevamKansa Chanura Mardanam ।
Devaki ParamanandamKrishnam Vande Jagadgurum ॥ 1 ॥
Atasi Pushpa SankashamHara Nupura Shobhitam ।
Ratna Kankana KeyuramKrishnam Vande Jagadgurum ॥ 2 ॥
Kutilalaka SamyuktamPurnachandra Nibhananam ।
Vilasat KundaladharamKrishnam Vande Jagadgurum ॥ 3 ॥
Mandara Gandha SamyuktamCharuhasam Chaturbhujam ।
Barhi Pinchhava ChudangamKrishnam Vande Jagadgurum ॥ 4 ॥
Utphulla PadmapatrakshamNila Jimuta Sannibham ।
Yadavanam ShiroratnamKrishnam Vande Jagadgurum ॥ 5 ॥
Rukmini Keli SamyuktamPitambara Sushobhitam ।
Avapta Tulasi GandhamKrishnam Vande Jagadgurum ॥ 6 ॥
Gopikanam KuchadvandvaKumkumankita Vakshasam ।
Shriniketam MaheshvasamKrishnam Vande Jagadgurum ॥ 7 ॥
Shrivatsankam MahoraskamVanamala Virajitam ।
Shankhachakradharam DevamKrishnam Vande Jagadgurum ॥ 8 ॥
Krishnashtaka Midam PunyamPratarutthaya Yah Pathet ।
Kotijanma Kritam PapamSmaranena Vinashyati ॥
॥ Iti Shri Krishnashtakam Sampurnam ॥
हिंदी मंत्र
वसुदेव सुतं देवं कंस चाणूर मर्दनम् ।
देवकी परमानंदं कृष्णं वंदे जगद्गुरुम् ॥
अतसी पुष्प संकाशं हार नूपुर शोभितम् ।
रत्न कंकण केयूरं कृष्णं वंदे जगद्गुरुम् ॥
कुटिलालक संयुक्तं पूर्णचंद्र निभाननम् ।
विलसत् कुंडलधरं कृष्णं वंदे जगद्गुरम् ॥
मंदार गंध संयुक्तं चारुहासं चतुर्भुजम् ।
बर्हि पिंछाव चूडांगं कृष्णं वंदे जगद्गुरुम् ॥
उत्फुल्ल पद्मपत्राक्षं नील जीमूत सन्निभम् ।
यादवानां शिरोरत्नं कृष्णं वंदे जगद्गुरुम् ॥
रुक्मिणी केलि संयुक्तं पीतांबर सुशोभितम् ।
अवाप्त तुलसी गंधं कृष्णं वंदे जगद्गुरुम् ॥
गोपिकानां कुचद्वंद कुंकुमांकित वक्षसम् ।
श्रीनिकेतं महेष्वासं कृष्णं वंदे जगद्गुरुम् ॥
श्रीवत्सांकं महोरस्कं वनमाला विराजितम् ।
शंखचक्र धरं देवं कृष्णं वंदे जगद्गुरुम् ॥
कृष्णाष्टक मिदं पुण्यं प्रातरुत्थाय यः पठेत् ।
कोटिजन्म कृतं पापं स्मरणेन विनश्यति ॥
॥ इति श्री कृष्णाष्टकम् ॥
About Shri Krishnashtakam
Shri Krishnashtakam is a sacred Hindu hymn that praises god Krishna, the divine prince and avatar (incarnation) of Lord Vishnu. In the Shri Krishnashtakam, one seeks his blessings for:
- Spiritual growth and self-realization
- Protection from harm and negative forces
- Guidance on the path of righteousness
- Celebrates Krishna’s wisdom, courage, and loving nature
- Invokes his grace to bestow devotion, knowledge, and liberation
Adi Shankara, the incomparable sage and philosopher, stands as a beacon of wisdom and devotion. His profound understanding of spiritual truths is evident in his works, and the Krishnashtakam is a shining example of his poetic genius. With a mastery of language and a heart overflowing with love for the divine, Shankara weaves a tapestry of words that transports the reader to the realm of Krishna’s divine leelas. The Krishnashtakam is not merely a hymn; it is a spiritual journey, an invitation to experience the divine through the lens of poetry.
Each verse of the Krishnashtakam is a gem, meticulously crafted to illuminate a facet of Krishna’s divine nature. The hymn traverses the vast expanse of Krishna’s being, from the playful innocence of the divine child in Vrindavan to the cosmic majesty of the supreme being. We witness the enchanting flute melody that captivates the gopis, the radiant smile that melts hearts, and the profound wisdom that guides humanity. The hymn delves into the depths of Krishna’s love, both as the divine lover who enchants the souls of his devotees and as the compassionate protector who shields them from life’s storms.
Shri Krishnashtakam is a poetic exploration of Krishna’s multifaceted nature, inviting the reader to experience the divine in all its glory and complexity. The Shri Krishnashtakam is a revered hymn in Hinduism and its recitation is believed to bring spiritual growth, protection, and inner peace.
Some of the key themes explored in the Krishnashtakam include: His playful nature, enchanting flute, and love for the gopis (cowherd girls) are celebrated. His cosmic form, infinite power, and role as the protector of the universe are extolled. His enchanting beauty, irresistible charm, and the profound love he shares with his devotees are described. His wisdom, compassion, and guidance are invoked as a source of spiritual upliftment.
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Also Chant: Suryashtakam
