Sri Datta Mala Mantra
Sri Datta Mala Mantra
Sri Datta Mala Mantra
śrī datta mālā mantra
śrī gaṇeśāya namaḥ |
pārvatyuvāca
mālāmantraṃ mama brūhi priyāyasmādahaṃ tava |
īśvara uvāca
śṛṇu devi pravakṣyāmi mālāmantramanuttamam ||
oṃ namo bhagavate dattātreyāya, smaraṇamātrasantuṣṭāya,
mahābhayanivāraṇāya mahājñānapradāya, cidānandātmane,
bālonmattapiśācaveṣāya, mahāyogine, avadhūtāya, anaghāya,
anasūyānandavardhanāya atriputrāya, sarvakāmaphalapradāya,
oṃ bhavabandhavimocanāya, āṃ asādhyasādhanāya,
hrīṃ sarvavibhūtidāya, krauṃ asādhyākarṣaṇāya,
aiṃ vākpradāya, klīṃ jagatrayavaśīkaraṇāya,
sauḥ sarvamanaḥkṣobhaṇāya, śrīṃ mahāsampatpradāya,
glauṃ bhūmaṇḍalādhipatyapradāya, drāṃ cirañjīvine,
vaṣaṭvaśīkuru vaśīkuru, vauṣaṭ ākarṣaya ākarṣaya,
huṃ vidveṣaya vidveṣaya, phaṭ uccāṭaya uccāṭaya,
ṭhaḥ ṭhaḥ stambhaya stambhaya, kheṃ kheṃ māraya māraya,
namaḥ sampannaya sampannaya, svāhā poṣaya poṣaya,
paramantraparayantraparatantrāṇi chindhi chindhi,
grahānnivāraya nivāraya, vyādhīn vināśaya vināśaya,
duḥkhaṃ hara hara, dāridryaṃ vidrāvaya vidrāvaya,
dehaṃ poṣaya poṣaya, cittaṃ toṣaya toṣaya,
sarvamantrasvarūpāya, sarvayantrasvarūpāya,
sarvatantrasvarūpāya, sarvapallavasvarūpāya,
oṃ namo mahāsiddhāya svāhā |
iti dattātreyopaniśadī śrīdattamālā mantraḥ sampūrṇaḥ |
About This Stotram
Sri Datta Mala Mantra
Sanskrit Title: श्री दत्त माला मन्त्र
IAST Transliteration:
Overview
The Sri Datta Mala Mantra is considered a powerful and potent mantra dedicated to Lord Dattatreya, who is revered as the embodiment of the Trimurti (Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva). The term 'Mala Mantra' suggests a garland of mantras, implying a comprehensive and sequential recitation that forms a protective and auspicious chain. Reciting this mantra is believed to invoke the blessings of Lord Dattatreya, leading to the removal of obstacles, attainment of spiritual knowledge, and liberation from worldly suffering. Its significance lies in its ability to connect the devotee directly with the divine essence of Dattatreya, fostering spiritual growth and inner peace. The dialogue format with Shiva and Parvati further elevates its scriptural importance, presenting it as a divine revelation.
Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Deity | Dattatreya |
| Author | Unknown |
| Type | Mala Mantra |
| Category | Mantra |
| Number of Verses | 8 |
| Origin | The Sri Datta Mala Mantra is presented as a dialogue between Lord Shiva (Ishvara) and Goddess Parvati (Parvati). Parvati requests Shiva to reveal the 'Mala Mantra' (garland mantra) to her, as she is his beloved. Shiva then agrees to teach her this supreme mantra. The text itself is a collection of verses dedicated to Lord Dattatreya, a divine trinity of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. The specific origin text from which this dialogue is extracted is not explicitly mentioned in the provided snippet, but it is presented as a sacred teaching within a Shaivite context, emphasizing the importance of Dattatreya's mantra. |
Benefits of Recitation
- Removal of great fears
- Bestowal of great knowledge
- Attainment of spiritual bliss
- Fulfillment of desires
- Protection from negative influences
Best Time to Recite
Morning, Evening, Auspicious days, Guru Purnima, Datta Jayanti
Historical Context
The Sri Datta Mala Mantra, as presented, is part of a tradition that reveres Lord Dattatreya. While the exact date of composition is unknown, Dattatreya is an ancient deity in Hinduism, with references found in Puranic literature and Upanishads. The dialogue format between Shiva and Parvati suggests a composition within a Puranic or Tantric framework, where such divine conversations are common. The mention of 'Vedic Tithi' as a source indicates its placement within a collection of Vedic and spiritual literature. The mantra itself, with its invocation of Dattatreya in various forms (child, madman, ascetic), reflects the eclectic and unconventional nature often associated with Dattatreya's worship.
Alternate Names
- Datta Mala Mantra
- Sri Datta Mala Mantram
Related Stotrams
- Sri Dattatreya Ashtakam
- Sri Guru Charitra
Last Updated: 2025-12-01