SrI Durga Sapta Shloki
SrI Durga Sapta Shloki
SrI Durga Sapta Shloki
shrI durgA sapta shlokI
shiva uvAcha |
devI tvaM bhaktasulabhe sarvakAryavidhAyini |
kalau hi kAryasiddhyarthamupAyaM brUhi yatnataH ||
devyuvAcha |
shRRiNu deva pravakShyAmi kalau sarveShTasAdhanam |
mayA tavaiva snehenApyambAstutiH prakAshyate ||
asya shrI durgA saptashlokI stotramantrasya nArAyaNa RRiShiH, anuShTup ChandaH, shrI mahAkAlI mahAlakShmI mahAsarasvatyo devatAH, shrI durgA prItyarthaM saptashlokI durgApAThe viniyogaH |
j~nAninAmapi chetAMsi devI bhagavatI hi sA |
balAdAkRRiShya mohAya mahAmAyA prayachChati || 1 ||
durge smRRitA harasi bhItimasheShajantoH
svasthaiH smRRitA matimatIva shubhAM dadAsi |
dAridryaduHkha bhayahAriNi kA tvadanyA
sarvopakArakaraNAya sadArdra chittA || 2 ||
sarvamaNgalamANgalye shive sarvArthasAdhike |
sharaNye tryambake gaurI nArAyaNi namo.astu te || 3 ||
sharaNAgatadInArtaparitrANaparAyaNe |
sarvasyArtihare devi nArAyaNi namo.astu te || 4 ||
sarvasvarUpe sarveshe sarvashaktisamanvite |
bhayebhyastrAhi no devi durge devi namo.astu te || 5 ||
rogAnasheShAnapahaMsi tuShTA-
ruShTA tu kAmAn sakalAnabhIShTAn |
tvAmAshritAnAM na vipannarANAM
tvAmAshritA hyAshrayatAM prayAnti || 6 ||
sarvabAdhAprashamanaM trailokyasyAkhileshvari |
evameva tvayA kAryamasmadvairi vinAshanam || 7 ||
iti shrI durgA saptashlokI |
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About This Stotram
SrI Durga Sapta Shloki
Sanskrit Title: श्री दुर्गा सप्त श्लोकी
IAST Transliteration:
Overview
The Sri Durga Saptashloki is considered highly significant due to its brevity and potency. It is believed to encapsulate the essence of the entire Durga Saptashati, which is a monumental work detailing the exploits of Goddess Durga against various demons. Reciting these seven verses is thought to invoke the blessings of the Divine Mother in her fierce and benevolent forms, granting protection, prosperity, and spiritual advancement. Its particular relevance in Kali Yuga stems from the belief that in this age of spiritual decline, such condensed mantras are more accessible and effective for devotees seeking divine grace and worldly success.
Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Deity | Goddess Durga |
| Author | Unknown |
| Type | Stotram |
| Category | Stotram |
| Number of Verses | 7 |
| Origin | The origin of the Sri Durga Saptashloki is generally attributed to the Brahmanda Purana, specifically within the Markandeya Purana section, though it is often presented as a standalone hymn. It is believed to be a condensed essence of the larger Durga Saptashati (also known as Chandipatha). The context within the Purana often involves a dialogue between Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati (Devi), where Shiva inquires about a means for achieving success in Kali Yuga. Devi then reveals this seven-verse hymn as a potent mantra for fulfilling all desires and attaining spiritual liberation in the current age. |
Benefits of Recitation
- Fulfillment of all desires (Sarva-ishtasadhanam)
- Success in endeavors (Karya-siddhi)
- Protection from negative influences
- Attainment of spiritual liberation (Moksha)
- Removal of obstacles
Best Time to Recite
Morning, evening, during Navaratri, Durga Puja, or any time one seeks the blessings of Goddess Durga.
Historical Context
While the exact date of composition is unknown, the Sri Durga Saptashloki is part of the Puranic literature, which developed over centuries, with the Puranas generally believed to have been compiled between the 4th and 15th centuries CE. Its inclusion within or association with the Brahmanda Purana and Markandeya Purana places it within this broad historical framework. The hymn's emphasis on efficacy in Kali Yuga suggests its continued relevance and potential recomposition or popularization during periods when the need for accessible spiritual practices was emphasized. The author is unknown, as is common with many ancient Sanskrit hymns and Puranic texts.
Alternate Names
- Durga Saptashloki
- Sapta Shloki Durga Stotram
Related Stotrams
- Durga Saptashati
- Sri Suktam
- Annapoorna Ashtakam
Last Updated: 2025-12-01