Sree Saraswati Ashtottara Sata Nama Stotram
Sree Saraswati Ashtottara Sata Nama Stotram
श्री सरस्वती अष्टोत्तर शत नाम स्तोत्रम्
सरस्वती महाभद्रा महामाया वरप्रदा ।
श्रीप्रदा पद्मनिलया पद्माक्षी पद्मवक्त्रिका ॥ 1 ॥
शिवानुजा पुस्तकहस्ता ज्ञानमुद्रा रमा च वै ।
कामरूपा महाविद्या महापातकनाशिनी ॥ 2 ॥
महाश्रया मालिनी च महाभोगा महाभुजा ।
महाभागा महोत्साहा दिव्याङ्गा सुरवन्दिता ॥ 3 ॥
महाकाली महापाशा महाकारा महाङ्कुशा ।
सीता च विमला विश्वा विद्युन्माला च वैष्णवी ॥ 4 ॥
चन्द्रिका चन्द्रलेखाविभूषिता च महाफला ।
सावित्री सुरसादेवी दिव्यालङ्कारभूषिता ॥ 5 ॥
वाग्देवी वसुधा तीव्रा महाभद्रा च भोगदा ।
गोविन्दा भारती भामा गोमती जटिला तथा ॥ 6 ॥
विन्ध्यवासा चण्डिका च सुभद्रा सुरपूजिता ।
विनिद्रा वैष्णवी ब्राह्मी ब्रह्मज्ञानैकसाधना ॥ 7 ॥
सौदामिनी सुधामूर्ति स्सुवीणा च सुवासिनी ।
विद्यारूपा ब्रह्मजाया विशाला पद्मलोचना ॥ 8 ॥
शुम्भासुरप्रमथिनी दूम्रलोचनमर्दना ।
सर्वात्मिका त्रयीमूर्ति श्शुभदा शास्त्ररूपिणी ॥ 9 ॥
सर्वदेवस्तुता सौम्या सुरासुरनमस्कृता ।
रक्तबीजनिहन्त्री च चामुण्डा मुण्डकाम्बिका ॥ 10 ।
कालरात्रिः प्रहरणा कलाधारा निरञ्जना ।
वरारोहा च वाग्देवी वाराही वारिजासना ॥ 11 ॥
चित्राम्बरा चित्रगन्धा चित्रमाल्यविभूषिता ।
कान्ता कामप्रदा वन्द्या रूपसौभाग्यदायिनी ॥ 12 ॥
श्वेतासना रक्तमध्या द्विभुजा सुरपूजिता ।
निरञ्जना नीलजङ्घा चतुर्वर्गफलप्रदा ॥ 13 ॥
चतुराननसाम्राज्ञी ब्रह्मविष्णुशिवात्मिका ।
हंसानना महाविद्या मन्त्रविद्या सरस्वती ॥ 14 ॥
महासरस्वती तन्त्रविद्या ज्ञानैकतत्परा ।
इति श्री सरस्वत्यष्टोत्तरशतनामस्तोत्रं सम्पूर्णम् ॥
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About This Stotram
Sree Saraswati Ashtottara Sata Nama Stotram
Sanskrit Title: श्री सरस्वती अष्टोत्तर शत नाम स्तोत्रम्
IAST Transliteration:
Overview
This stotram is highly significant as it invokes Goddess Saraswati, the divine embodiment of knowledge, wisdom, arts, music, and speech. Reciting the 108 names of the Goddess is a powerful devotional practice aimed at seeking her blessings for intellectual prowess, creative inspiration, and spiritual understanding. Each name in the Ashtottara Sata Nama Stotram represents a specific attribute, quality, or form of the Goddess, and meditating on these names allows the devotee to connect with her divine essence. It is particularly revered by students, scholars, artists, and anyone seeking to deepen their understanding and expression.
Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Deity | Saraswati |
| Author | Unknown |
| Type | Ashtottara Sata Nama Stotram |
| Category | Stotram |
| Number of Verses | 13 |
| Origin | The origin of the Sree Saraswati Ashtottara Sata Nama Stotram is not explicitly stated in the provided text or commonly found in major Puranas or Upanishads. However, Ashtottara Sata Nama Stotrams (hymns of 108 names) are a popular form of devotional literature in Hinduism, often found in Tantras, Agamas, or compiled by various scholars and devotees over centuries. This particular stotram is likely a compilation of names of Goddess Saraswati, intended for devotional recitation. Its presence in collections like 'Vedic Tithi' suggests it is a recognized devotional hymn within the Hindu tradition. |
Benefits of Recitation
- Bestows knowledge and wisdom
- Enhances intellect and memory
- Removes obstacles in education and learning
- Grants eloquence and mastery of speech
- Leads to spiritual enlightenment and liberation
Best Time to Recite
Mornings, especially during Vasant Panchami (the festival dedicated to Goddess Saraswati). It can also be recited before examinations, during study sessions, or at any time one seeks knowledge and inspiration.
Historical Context
Ashtottara Sata Nama Stotrams have a long tradition in Hinduism, with many attributed to ancient sages or compiled during medieval periods. The specific historical context of the Sree Saraswati Ashtottara Sata Nama Stotram is not documented, making its exact period of composition and author uncertain. However, the practice of reciting 108 names of deities is deeply rooted in Vedic and Puranic traditions, serving as a core element of devotional worship (Bhakti Yoga). The inclusion of this stotram in various devotional literature collections indicates its continued relevance and popularity.
Alternate Names
- Saraswati Ashtottara Shatanamavali
- Shri Saraswati Ashtottara Shata Namavali
Related Stotrams
- Saraswati Stotram (various)
- Vagdevata Ashtakam
- Saraswati Kavacham
Last Updated: 2025-12-01