Sri Hari Ashtakam (Prahlada Krutam)
Sri Hari Ashtakam (Prahlada Krutam)
Sri Hari Ashtakam (Prahlada Krutam)
shrI haryaShTakam (prahlAda kRRitam)
harirharati pApAni duShTachittairapi smRRitaH |
anichChayA.api saMspRRiShTo dahatyeva hi pAvakaH || 1 ||
sa ga~NgA sa gayA setuH sa kAshI sa cha puShkaram |
jihvAgre vartate yasya harirityakSharadvayam || 2 ||
vArANasyAM kurukShetre naimishAraNya eva cha |
yatkRRitaM tena yenoktaM harirityakSharadvayam || 3 ||
pRRithivyAM yAni tIrthAni puNyAnyAyatanAni cha |
tAni sarvANyasheShANi harirityakSharadvayam || 4 ||
gavAM koTisahasrANi hemakanyAsahasrakam |
dattaM syAttena yenoktaM harirityakSharadvayam || 5 ||
RRigvedo.atha yajurvedaH sAmavedo.apyatharvaNaH |
adhItastena yenoktaM harirityakSharadvayam || 6 ||
ashvamedhairmahAyaj~nairnaramedhaistathaiva cha |
iShTaM syAttena yenoktaM harirityakSharadvayam || 7 ||
prANaH prayANa pAtheyaM saMsAravyAdhinAshanam |
duHkhAtyanta paritrANaM harirityakSharadvayam || 8 ||
baddhaH parikarastena mokShAya gamanaM prati |
sakRRiduchchAritaM yena harirityakSharadvayam || 9 ||
haryaShTakamidaM puNyaM prAtarutthAya yaH paThet |
AyuShyaM balamArogyaM yasho vRRiddhiH shriyAvaham || 10 ||
prahlAdena kRRitaM stotraM duHkhasAgarashoShaNam |
yaH paThetsa naro yAti tadviShNoH paramaM padam || 11 ||
iti prahlAdakRRita shrI haryaShTakam |
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