Sri Maha Kali Stotram
Sri Maha Kali Stotram
zrI mahAkAlI stotraM
dhyAnam
zavArUDhAM mahAbhImAM ghoradaMSTrAM varapradAM
hAsyayuktAM triNetrAJca kapAla kartrikA karAm |
muktakezIM lalajjihvAM pibantIM rudhiraM muhuH
caturbAhuyutAM devIM varAbhayakarAM smaret ||
zavArUDhAM mahAbhImAM ghoradaMSTrAM hasanmukhIM
caturbhujAM khaDgamuNDavarAbhayakarAM zivAm |
muNDamAlAdharAM devIM lalajjihvAM digambarAM
evaM saJcintayetkAlIM zmazanAlayavAsinIm ||
stotram
vizvezvarIM jagaddhAtrIM sthitisaMhArakAriNIm |
nidrAM bhagavatIM viSNoratulAM tejasaH prabhAm || 1 ||
tvaM svAhA tvaM svadhA tvaM hi vaSaTkAraH svarAtmikA |
sudhA tvamakSare nitye tridhA mAtrAtmikA sthitA || 2 ||
arthamAtrAsthitA nityA yAnuccAryA vizeSataH |
tvameva sandhyA sAvitrI tvaM devI jananI parA || 3 ||
tvayaitaddhAryate vizvaM tvayaitadsRjyate jagat |
tvayaitatpAlyate devi tvamatsyante ca sarvadA || 4 ||
visRSTau sRSTirUpA tvaM sthitirUpA ca pAlane |
tathA saMhRtirUpAnte jagato'sya jaganmaye || 5 ||
mahAvidyA mahAmAyA mahAmedhA mahAsmRtiH |
mahAmohA ca bhavatI mahAdevI mahezvarI || 6 ||
prakRtistvaM ca sarvasya guNatrayavibhAvinI |
kAlarAtrirmahArAtrirmoharAtrizca dAruNA || 7 ||
tvaM zrIstvamIzvarI tvaM hrIstvaM buddhirbodhalakSaNA |
lajjA puSTistathA tuSTistvaM zAntiH kSAntireva ca || 8 ||
khaDginI zUlinI ghorA gadinI cakriNI tathA |
zaGkhinI cApinI bANabhuzuNDIparighAyudhA || 9 ||
saumyA saumyatarAzeSA saumyebhyastvatisundarI |
parAparANAM paramA tvameva paramezvarI || 10 ||
yacca kiJcit kvacidvastu sadasadvAkhilAtmike |
tasya sarvasya yA zaktiH sA tvaM kiM stUyase tadA || 11 ||
yayA tvayA jagatsraSTA jagatpAtyatti yo jagat |
so'pi nidrAvazaM nItaH kastvAM stotumihezvaraH || 12 ||
viSNuH zarIragrahaNamahamIzAna eva ca |
kAritAste yato'tastvAM kaH stotuM zaktimAn bhavet || 13 ||
sA tvamitthaM prabhAvaiH svairudArairdevi saMstutA |
mohayaitau durAdharSAvasurau madhukaiTabhau || 14 ||
prabodhaM ca jagatsvAmI nIyatAmacyuto laghu |
bodhazca kriyatAmasya hantumetau mahAsurau || 15 ||
iti zrI mahAkAlI stotram |
About This Stotram
Sri Maha Kali Stotram
Sanskrit Title: श्री महाकाली स्तोत्रं
IAST Transliteration:
Overview
This Sri Maha Kali Stotram is a powerful hymn dedicated to Goddess Kali, one of the principal forms of the Divine Mother in Hinduism. Kali represents the fierce, destructive aspect of the divine, but also the ultimate reality that transcends all forms. She is the destroyer of ego, ignorance, and evil, paving the way for spiritual growth and liberation. Reciting this stotram is believed to invoke her protective energies, bestow courage, and help devotees overcome their inner and outer obstacles. The stotram often describes her terrifying yet benevolent form, emphasizing her role as the supreme power that annihilates negativity and bestows blessings upon her sincere devotees. It is a means to connect with the primal, untamed energy of the universe and seek her grace for protection and spiritual advancement.
Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Deity | Kali |
| Author | Unknown |
| Type | Stotram |
| Category | Stotram |
| Number of Verses | 15 |
| Origin | The origin of this specific Sri Maha Kali Stotram is not explicitly mentioned in the provided text. It is presented as a standalone devotional hymn. While many Kali stotrams exist within various Puranas, Tantras, and compilations of devotional literature, without further textual evidence or scholarly attribution, its precise scriptural origin remains unknown. It is likely a popular hymn that has circulated independently or as part of a larger collection of Kali worship texts. |
Benefits of Recitation
- Protection from negative energies and enemies
- Attainment of courage and strength
- Removal of obstacles and fears
- Fulfillment of desires
- Spiritual liberation and enlightenment
Best Time to Recite
Mornings, evenings, during Navaratri, Kali Puja, or whenever one feels the need for protection and strength.
Historical Context
The exact historical context and date of composition for this particular Sri Maha Kali Stotram are unknown. Goddess Kali has a long and rich history in Hindu traditions, with her worship evolving over centuries, particularly prominent in Tantric traditions and Bengal. Many Kali stotrams are found in various Puranas (like the Markandeya Purana, which contains the Devi Mahatmyam), Tantras, and later devotional compilations. This stotram, with its 15 verses and focus on Kali's fierce yet benevolent form, is characteristic of devotional literature aimed at invoking her protective and transformative powers. The author is unknown, which is common for many popular hymns that have been passed down through oral tradition or compiled in later eras.
Alternate Names
- Sri Mahakali Stotram
Related Stotrams
- Sri Kali Sahasranama Stotram
- Maha Kali Kavacham
- Dakshina Kali Stotram
Last Updated: 2025-12-01