Sri Panchayudha Stotram
Sri Panchayudha Stotram
श्री पञ्चायुध स्तोत्रम्
स्फुरत्सहस्रारशिखातितीव्रं
सुदर्शनं भास्करकोटितुल्यम् ।
सुरद्विषां प्राणविनाशि विष्णोः
चक्रं सदाऽहं शरणं प्रपद्ये ॥ 1 ॥
विष्णोर्मुखोत्थानिलपूरितस्य
यस्य ध्वनिर्दानवदर्पहन्ता ।
तं पाञ्चजन्यं शशिकोटिशुभ्रं
शङ्खं सदाऽहं शरणं प्रपद्ये ॥ 2 ॥
हिरण्मयीं मेरुसमानसारां
कौमोदकीं दैत्यकुलैकहन्त्रीम् ।
वैकुण्ठवामाग्रकराग्रमृष्टां
गदां सदाऽहं शरणं प्रपद्ये ॥ 3 ॥
यज्ज्यानिनादश्रवणात्सुराणां
चेतांसि निर्मुक्तभयानि सद्यः ।
भवन्ति दैत्याशनिबाणवर्षैः
शार्ङ्गं सदाऽहं शरणं प्रपद्ये ॥ 4 ॥
रक्षोऽसुराणां कठिनोग्रकण्ठ-
-च्छेदक्षरत्क्षोणित दिग्धसारम् ।
तं नन्दकं नाम हरेः प्रदीप्तं
खड्गं सदाऽहं शरणं प्रपद्ये ॥ 5 ॥
इमं हरेः पञ्चमहायुधानां
स्तवं पठेद्योऽनुदिनं प्रभाते ।
समस्त दुःखानि भयानि सद्यः
पापानि नश्यन्ति सुखानि सन्ति ॥ 6 ॥
वने रणे शत्रु जलाग्निमध्ये
यदृच्छयापत्सु महाभयेषु ।
पठेत्विदं स्तोत्रमनाकुलात्मा
सुखीभवेत्तत्कृत सर्वरक्षः ॥ 7 ॥
सचक्रशङ्खं सगदासिशार्ङ्गं
पीताम्बरं कौस्तुभ-वत्स-चिह्नम् । [कौस्तुभ-वत्स-लाञ्छितम्]
श्रिया समेतोज्ज्वल शोभिताङ्गं
विष्णुं सदाऽहं शरणं प्रपद्ये ॥
जले रक्षतु वाराहः स्थले रक्षतु वामनः ।
अटव्यां नारसिंहश्च सर्वतः पातु केशवः ॥
इति पञ्चायुध स्तोत्रम् ॥
About This Stotram
Sri Panchayudha Stotram
Sanskrit Title: श्री पञ्चायुध स्तोत्रम्
IAST Transliteration:
Overview
The Sri Panchayudha Stotram is highly significant in Hindu devotional practices, particularly for devotees of Lord Vishnu. It extols the five divine weapons of Vishnu: Sudarshana Chakra (discus), Panchajanya Shankha (conch shell), Kaumodaki Gada (mace), Nandaka Sharanga (bow), and the sword. Each weapon represents a specific power and attribute of Vishnu, such as his destructive power against evil (Chakra), his call to righteousness (Shankha), his might and strength (Gada), his aim and precision in upholding Dharma (Sharanga), and his ability to sever ignorance (sword). By meditating on and reciting this stotram, devotees invoke the protective and benevolent energies of Lord Vishnu, seeking his blessings for victory over adversity, courage, and spiritual progress. The stotram serves as a powerful tool for mental focus and spiritual connection, offering solace and strength.
Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Deity | Lord Vishnu |
| Author | Unknown |
| Type | Stotram |
| Category | Stotram |
| Number of Verses | 7 |
| Origin | The origin of the Sri Panchayudha Stotram is not definitively traced to a single, ancient scriptural text like the Vedas or Puranas. It is generally considered a Puranic or Tantric composition, likely compiled or popularized by later scholars and devotees. The concept of Panchayudha (five divine weapons) is deeply rooted in Vaishnavism, representing the five principal weapons wielded by Lord Vishnu. This stotram is likely a devotional hymn that emerged within the broader tradition of Puranic literature and devotional practices, aiming to invoke the blessings of Vishnu through his divine armaments. Its exact period of composition is uncertain, but such hymns often gained prominence during the medieval period when devotional movements flourished. |
Benefits of Recitation
- Protection from enemies and negative forces
- Attainment of courage and strength
- Removal of obstacles and difficulties
- Spiritual upliftment and divine grace
- Fulfillment of desires and well-being
Best Time to Recite
Morning, evening, or whenever one feels the need for protection, courage, and divine intervention. It can also be recited during auspicious occasions or before undertaking challenging tasks.
Historical Context
The concept of Panchayudha is ancient and integral to Vaishnavism, appearing in various Puranic texts and iconography. Lord Vishnu is often depicted holding these five weapons, symbolizing his omnipotence and role as the preserver. While the exact historical context of this specific stotram's composition is unknown, it likely emerged from the rich tradition of Puranic literature and devotional hymns that flourished in India, particularly during the medieval period. These hymns were composed by various scholars and devotees to popularize the worship of specific deities and their attributes. The stotram reflects the devotional fervor and the theological understanding of Vishnu's divine powers as embodied in his weapons.
Alternate Names
- Panchayudha Stotram
Related Stotrams
- Vishnu Sahasranama
- Narayana Stotram
- Sudharshana Ashtakam
Last Updated: 2025-12-01