Sri Radha Krishna Ashtakam
Sri Radha Krishna Ashtakam
zrI rAdhA kRSNa aSTakam
yaH zrIgovardhanAdriM sakalasurapatIMstatragogopabRndaM
svIyaM saMrakSituM cetyamarasukhakaraM mohayan sandadhAra |
tanmAnaM khaNDayitvA vijitaripukulo nIladhArAdharAbhaH
kRSNo rAdhAsameto vilasatu hRdaye so'smadIye sadaiva || 1 ||
yaM dRSTvA kaMsabhUpaH svakRtakRtimaho saMsmaranmantrivaryAn
kiM vA pUrvaM mayedaM kRtamiti vacanaM duHkhitaH pratyuvAca |
AjJapto nAradena smitayutavadanaH pUrayansarvakAmAn
kRSNo rAdhAsameto vilasatu hRdaye so'smadIye sadaiva || 2 ||
yena prodyatpratApA nRpatikulabhavAH pANDavAH kauravAbdhiM
tIrtvA pAraM tadIyaM jagadakhilanRNAM dustaraJceti jagmuH |
tatpatnIcIravRddhipraviditamahimA bhUtale bhUpatIzaH
kRSNo rAdhAsameto vilasatu hRdaye so'smadIye sadaiva || 3 ||
yasmai coddhRtya pAtrAddadhiyutanavanItaM karairgopikAbhi-
rdattaM tadbhAvapUrtau vinihitahRdayassatyamevaM tirodhAt |
muktAguJjAvalIbhiH pracuratamaruciH kuNDalAkrAntagaNDaH
kRSNo rAdhAsameto vilasatu hRdaye so'smadIye sadaiva || 4 ||
yasmAdvizvAbhirAmAdiha jananavidhau sarvanandAdigopAH
saMsArArtervimuktAH sakalasukhakarAH sampadaH prApureva |
itthaM pUrNenduvaktraH kalakamaladRzaH svIyajanma stuvantaH
kRSNo rAdhAsameto vilasatu hRdaye so'smadIye sadaiva || 5 ||
yasya zrInandasUnoH vrajayuvatijanAzcAgatA bhartRputrAM-
styaktvA zrutvA samIpe vicakitanayanAH sapramodAH svagehe |
rantuM rAsAdilIlA manasijadalitA veNunAdaM ca ramyaM
kRSNo rAdhAsameto vilasatu hRdaye so'smadIye sadaiva || 6 ||
yasmin dRSTe samaste jagati yuvatayaH prANanAthavratAyA-
stA apyevaM hi nUnaM kimapi ca hRdaye kAmabhAvaM dadhatyaH |
tatsnehAbdhiM vapuzcedaviditadharaNau sUryabimbasvarUpAH
kRSNo rAdhAsameto vilasatu hRdaye so'smadIye sadaiva || 7 ||
yaH svIye gokule'sminviditanijakulodbhUtabAlaiH sameto
mAtaryevaM cakAra prasRtatamaguNAnbAlalIlAvilAsAn |
hatvA vatsapralambadvividabakakharAngopabRndaM jugopa
kRSNo rAdhAsameto vilasatu hRdaye so'smadIye sadaiva || 8 ||
kRSNArAdhASTakaM prAtarutthAya prapaThennaraH |
ya evaM sarvadA nUnaM sa prApnoti parAM gatim || 9 ||
iti zrIraghunAthacArya viracitaM zrIrAdhAkRSNASTakam |
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About This Stotram
Sri Radha Krishna Ashtakam
Sanskrit Title: श्री राधा कृष्ण अष्टकम्
IAST Transliteration:
Overview
The Sri Radha Krishna Ashtakam is a devotional hymn that celebrates the divine love and union of Radha and Krishna, considered the epitome of divine love in Vaishnavism. The Ashtakam, by its very structure of eight verses (plus often a concluding verse), aims to encapsulate the essence of their divine play (lila) and their transcendental relationship. Reciting this Ashtakam is believed to invoke the presence and blessings of Radha and Krishna, fostering a deep sense of devotion (bhakti) in the devotee. It is particularly significant for those who worship Krishna as the Supreme Lord and Radha as his eternal consort, representing the soul's yearning for the divine. The verses often describe their divine forms, their playful interactions, and the ecstatic love they share, aiming to transport the devotee to the spiritual realm of Vrindavan and experience their divine presence.
Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Deity | Krishna |
| Author | Unknown |
| Type | Ashtakam |
| Category | Ashtakam |
| Number of Verses | 9 |
| Origin | The origin of the Sri Radha Krishna Ashtakam is not definitively traced to a specific ancient scripture or text. Ashtakams are devotional hymns, often composed by various saints and scholars over centuries to praise specific deities. This particular Ashtakam, focusing on the divine couple Radha and Krishna, likely emerged from the Bhakti movement, a rich tradition of devotional poetry and practice in India. Its composition is attributed to the general devotional outpouring towards Radha and Krishna, rather than a singular, documented source text. |
Benefits of Recitation
- Attains devotion to Radha and Krishna
- Receives blessings of the divine couple
- Purifies the mind and heart
- Removes obstacles in life
- Achieves spiritual fulfillment
Best Time to Recite
Morning, Evening, during Radha Ashtami, Janmashtami, and other Vaishnava festivals, or whenever one feels inspired by devotion.
Historical Context
The historical context of the Sri Radha Krishna Ashtakam is rooted in the Bhakti movement, which flourished in India from the medieval period onwards. While the exact date and author are unknown, such Ashtakams were composed by various saints, poets, and scholars who were deeply devoted to Radha and Krishna. These hymns served as a powerful medium for expressing devotional sentiments and spreading the worship of the divine couple. The emphasis on Radha's prominence alongside Krishna is a hallmark of certain Vaishnava traditions, particularly Gaudiya Vaishnavism, which places Radha as the supreme goddess and Krishna's eternal consort. The composition likely reflects the prevalent devotional practices and philosophical underpinnings of these traditions.
Alternate Names
- Sri Radha Krishna Ashtakam
- Radha Krishna Ashtakam
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- Sri Krishna Ashtakam
- Sri Radha Ashtakam
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Last Updated: 2025-12-01