Sri Hari Ashtakam (Prahlada Krutam)
Sri Hari Ashtakam (Prahlada Krutam)
zrI haryaSTakam (prahlAda kRtam)
harirharati pApAni duSTacittairapi smRtaH |
anicchayA'pi saMspRSTo dahatyeva hi pAvakaH || 1 ||
sa gaGgA sa gayA setuH sa kAzI sa ca puSkaram |
jihvAgre vartate yasya harirityakSaradvayam || 2 ||
vArANasyAM kurukSetre naimizAraNya eva ca |
yatkRtaM tena yenoktaM harirityakSaradvayam || 3 ||
pRthivyAM yAni tIrthAni puNyAnyAyatanAni ca |
tAni sarvANyazeSANi harirityakSaradvayam || 4 ||
gavAM koTisahasrANi hemakanyAsahasrakam |
dattaM syAttena yenoktaM harirityakSaradvayam || 5 ||
Rgvedo'tha yajurvedaH sAmavedo'pyatharvaNaH |
adhItastena yenoktaM harirityakSaradvayam || 6 ||
azvamedhairmahAyajJairnaramedhaistathaiva ca |
iSTaM syAttena yenoktaM harirityakSaradvayam || 7 ||
prANaH prayANa pAtheyaM saMsAravyAdhinAzanam |
duHkhAtyanta paritrANaM harirityakSaradvayam || 8 ||
baddhaH parikarastena mokSAya gamanaM prati |
sakRduccAritaM yena harirityakSaradvayam || 9 ||
haryaSTakamidaM puNyaM prAtarutthAya yaH paThet |
AyuSyaM balamArogyaM yazo vRddhiH zriyAvaham || 10 ||
prahlAdena kRtaM stotraM duHkhasAgarazoSaNam |
yaH paThetsa naro yAti tadviSNoH paramaM padam || 11 ||
iti prahlAdakRta zrI haryaSTakam |
About This Stotram
Sri Hari Ashtakam (Prahlada Krutam)
Sanskrit Title: श्री हर्यष्टकम् (प्रह्लाद कृतम्)
IAST Transliteration:
Overview
The Sri Hari Ashtakam (Prahlada Krutam) is a powerful devotional hymn that extols the glories of Lord Hari, a name for Lord Vishnu. Its significance lies in its ability to purify the devotee, both internally and externally. The verses emphasize that the mere remembrance of Hari, even unintentionally or by those with impure minds, can absolve sins, akin to how fire burns even when touched accidentally. It highlights the supreme power of chanting the name of Hari, equating it to visiting all sacred places of pilgrimage. The stotram serves as a potent reminder of the efficacy of devotion and the name of God in overcoming worldly afflictions and achieving spiritual liberation.
Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Deity | Hari |
| Author | Prahlada |
| Type | Ashtakam |
| Category | Stotram |
| Number of Verses | 11 |
| Origin | The origin of this stotram is attributed to Prahlada, a devout devotee of Lord Vishnu, as indicated by the title 'Prahlada Krutam'. While the exact scripture from which it is extracted is not explicitly mentioned in the provided information, it is a well-known devotional hymn dedicated to Lord Hari (Vishnu). It is often found in collections of stotrams and devotional literature. |
Benefits of Recitation
- Removes sins
- Purifies the mind
- Grants spiritual merit equivalent to holy pilgrimages
- Leads to liberation (Moksha)
- Bestows divine grace
Best Time to Recite
Morning, Evening, during Ekadashi, any auspicious day, or whenever one feels the need for purification and devotion.
Historical Context
This stotram is attributed to Prahlada, the son of the demon king Hiranyakashipu, who was an ardent devotee of Lord Vishnu. Prahlada's unwavering devotion in the face of extreme adversity is a central theme in Hindu scriptures, particularly the Srimad Bhagavatam. While the exact period of Prahlada's life and composition of this stotram is ancient and rooted in Puranic lore, it has been preserved and recited through generations as a testament to his devotion and the power of the divine name. The stotram reflects the Bhakti tradition prevalent in Hinduism, emphasizing devotion as a primary path to spiritual realization.
Alternate Names
- Sri Hari Ashtakam
- Prahlada Kruta Sri Hari Ashtakam
Related Stotrams
- Vishnu Sahasranama
- Narayana Ashtakam
- Madhurashtakam
Last Updated: 2025-12-01