Sri Madhvacharya Kruta Dwadasha Stotra
Sri Madhvacharya Kruta Dwadasha Stotra
Sri Madhvacharya Kruta Dwadasha Stotra
śrī madhvācārya kṛta dvādaśa stotra - tṛtīyastotram
atha tṛtīyastotram
kuru bhuṅkṣva ca karma nijaṃ niyataṃ haripādavinamradhiyā satatam |
harireva paro harireva guruḥ harireva jagatpitṛmātṛgatiḥ || 1||
na tato'styaparaṃ jagadīḍyatamaṃ (jagatīḍyatamaṃ) paramātparataḥ puruṣottamataḥ |
tadalaṃ bahulokavicintanayā pravaṇaṃ kuru mānasamīśapade || 2||
yatato'pi hareḥ padasaṃsmaraṇe sakalaṃ hyaghamāśu layaṃ vrajati |
smaratastu vimuktipadaṃ paramaṃ sphuṭameṣyati tatkimapākriyate || 3||
śaṛṇutāmalasatyavacaḥ paramaṃ śapatheritaṃ ucchritabāhuyugam |
na hareḥ paramo na hareḥ sadṛśaḥ paramaḥ sa tu sarva cidātmagaṇāt || 4||
yadi nāma paro na bhaveta (bhavetsa) hariḥ kathamasya vaśe jagadetadabhūt |
yadi nāma na tasya vaśe sakalaṃ kathameva tu nityasukhaṃ na bhavet || 5||
na ca karmavimāmala kālaguṇaprabhṛtīśamacittanu taddhi yataḥ |
cidacittanu sarvamasau tu hariryamayediti vaidikamasti vacaḥ || 6||
vyavahārabhidā'pi gurorjagatāṃ na tu cittagatā sa hi codyaparam |
bahavaḥ puruṣāḥ puruṣapravaro harirityavadatsvayameva hariḥ || 7||
caturānana pūrvavimuktagaṇā harimetya tu pūrvavadeva sadā |
niyatoccavinīcatayaiva nijāṃ sthitimāpuriti sma paraṃ vacanam || 8||
ānandatīrthasannāmnā pūrṇaprajñābhidhāyujā |
kṛtaṃ haryaṣṭakaṃ bhaktyā paṭhataḥ prīyate hariḥ || 9||
iti śrīmadānandatīrthabhagavatpādācārya viracitaṃ
dvādaśastotreṣu tṛtīyastotraṃ sampūrṇam
About This Stotram
Sri Madhvacharya Kruta Dwadasha Stotra
Sanskrit Title: श्री मध्वाचार्य कृत द्वादश स्तोत्र - तृतीयस्तोत्रम्
IAST Transliteration:
Overview
The 'Sri Madhvacharya Kruta Dwadasha Stotra - Tritiya Stotram' is highly significant within the Dvaita tradition. It serves as a powerful expression of devotion to Lord Vishnu, emphasizing His supreme and all-pervading nature. The stotram reinforces the core tenets of Dvaita Vedanta, particularly the distinction between the individual soul (jiva) and the Supreme Being (Brahman/Vishnu), and the absolute dependence of the jiva on Hari for salvation. Reciting this stotram is believed to purify the mind, foster unwavering devotion to Lord Hari, and ultimately lead to spiritual liberation. It highlights the importance of performing one's duties (karma) with a humble and devoted heart, recognizing Hari as the ultimate controller, guru, and the source of all existence.
Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Deity | Lord Vishnu |
| Author | Sri Madhvacharya |
| Type | Stotram |
| Category | Stotram |
| Number of Verses | 9 |
| Origin | This stotram is part of the 'Dwadasha Stotra' (Twelve Hymns) attributed to Sri Madhvacharya, the founder of Dvaita Vedanta. The Dwadasha Stotra is a collection of twelve devotional hymns composed by Sri Madhvacharya, each dedicated to a specific form or aspect of Lord Vishnu. This particular hymn is the third in the series and is often referred to as the 'Tritiya Stotram'. The stotram is believed to have been composed during Sri Madhvacharya's lifetime, likely in the 13th century CE, to propagate the philosophy of Dvaita and foster devotion to Lord Vishnu. |
Benefits of Recitation
- Attains liberation (Moksha)
- Fulfills desires
- Removes sins
- Bestows peace and happiness
- Increases devotion to Lord Hari
Best Time to Recite
Morning, evening, daily recitation, during festivals dedicated to Lord Vishnu (e.g., Vaikuntha Ekadashi, Rama Navami), or whenever one seeks spiritual solace and strength.
Historical Context
Sri Madhvacharya (c. 1199-1278 CE) was a renowned Indian philosopher, theologian, and the proponent of the Dvaita (dualism) school of Vedanta. He established the Dvaita philosophy, which posits a fundamental and eternal difference between God (Vishnu) and the individual soul (jiva), as well as between God and the material world. The Dwadasha Stotra is a collection of his devotional hymns, composed to spread the message of Dvaita and inspire devotion to Lord Vishnu. The 'Tritiya Stotram' is the third of these twelve hymns. These stotras are considered integral to the worship and philosophical teachings of the Madhva Sampradaya.
Alternate Names
- Sri Madhvacharya Kruta Dwadasha Stotra - Tritiya Stotram
- Tritiya Stotram of Dwadasha Stotra
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Last Updated: 2025-12-01