Sri Ganapathi Mangalashtakam
Sri Ganapathi Mangalashtakam
श्री गणपति मङ्गलाष्टकम्
गजाननाय गाङ्गेयसहजाय सदात्मने ।
गौरीप्रियतनूजाय गणेशायास्तु मङ्गलम् ॥ 1 ॥
नागयज्ञोपवीताय नतविघ्नविनाशिने ।
नन्द्यादिगणनाथाय नायकायास्तु मङ्गलम् ॥ 2 ॥
इभवक्त्राय चेन्द्रादिवन्दिताय चिदात्मने ।
ईशानप्रेमपात्राय चेष्टदायास्तु मङ्गलम् ॥ 3 ॥
सुमुखाय सुशुण्डाग्रोक्षिप्तामृतघटाय च ।
सुरबृन्दनिषेव्याय सुखदायास्तु मङ्गलम् ॥ 4 ॥
चतुर्भुजाय चन्द्रार्धविलसन्मस्तकाय च ।
चरणावनतानर्थ तारणायास्तु मङ्गलम् ॥ 5 ॥
वक्रतुण्डाय वटवे वन्द्याय वरदाय च ।
विरूपाक्षसुतायास्तु विघ्ननाशाय मङ्गलम् ॥ 6 ॥
प्रमोदामोदरूपाय सिद्धिविज्ञानरूपिणे ।
प्रकृष्टपापनाशाय फलदायास्तु मङ्गलम् ॥ 7 ॥
मङ्गलं गणनाथाय मङ्गलं हरसूनवे ।
मङ्गलं विघ्नराजाय विघ्नहर्त्रेस्तु मङ्गलम् ॥ 8 ॥
श्लोकाष्टकमिदं पुण्यं मङ्गलप्रदमादरात् ।
पठितव्यं प्रयत्नेन सर्वविघ्ननिवृत्तये ॥ 9 ॥
इति श्री गणपति मङ्गलाष्टकम् ।
About This Stotram
Sri Ganapathi Mangalashtakam
Sanskrit Title: श्री गणपति मङ्गलाष्टकम्
IAST Transliteration:
Overview
The Sri Ganapathi Mangalashtakam is a powerful devotional hymn dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the god of beginnings. The term 'Mangalashtakam' itself signifies a set of eight verses (ashtakam) that are meant to bring auspiciousness ('mangala'). By reciting this stotram, devotees seek Ganesha's blessings for a smooth and successful undertaking of any task, be it spiritual or worldly. It is believed that chanting these verses purifies the mind, removes negative energies, and creates a conducive environment for positive outcomes. The stotram highlights Ganesha's divine attributes and his role as the supreme deity invoked before any significant event.
Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Deity | Ganesha |
| Author | Unknown |
| Type | Mangalashtakam |
| Category | Stotram |
| Number of Verses | 9 |
| Origin | The origin of Sri Ganapathi Mangalashtakam is not definitively traced to a specific ancient scripture or purana. It is a devotional hymn composed in praise of Lord Ganesha, intended to invoke auspiciousness. Such 'Mangalashtakams' are common in Hindu devotional literature, often composed by learned pandits or devotees to offer blessings and ward off obstacles. This particular stotram appears to be a standalone composition rather than an excerpt from a larger work. |
Benefits of Recitation
- Invokes auspiciousness and well-being
- Removes obstacles and impediments
- Grants success in endeavors
- Bestows peace and prosperity
- Promotes spiritual growth
Best Time to Recite
Morning, before starting any new endeavor, during Ganesh Chaturthi, and any time one seeks blessings for auspiciousness and obstacle removal.
Historical Context
As the author is unknown, the exact historical period of composition cannot be determined. However, the style and content suggest it is likely a later composition, possibly from the medieval or modern period, created to fulfill the devotional needs of practitioners. Mangalashtakams, in general, have been a popular form of devotional literature in various Indian languages, often attributed to learned scholars or saints who composed them for the benefit of the community. The inclusion of Ganesha as the primary deity is consistent with the widespread worship of him as the Vighnaharta (remover of obstacles) in Hindu tradition.
Alternate Names
- Sri Ganesha Mangalashtakam
Related Stotrams
- Sankata Nashana Ganesha Stotram
- Vinayaka Ashtakam
- Ganesha Sahasranama
Last Updated: 2025-12-01