Sri Radha Krishna Ashtakam
Sri Radha Krishna Ashtakam
Sri Radha Krishna Ashtakam
śrī rādhā kṛṣṇa aṣṭakam
yaḥ śrīgovardhanādriṃ sakalasurapatīṃstatragogopabṛndaṃ
svīyaṃ saṃrakṣituṃ cetyamarasukhakaraṃ mohayan sandadhāra |
tanmānaṃ khaṇḍayitvā vijitaripukulo nīladhārādharābhaḥ
kṛṣṇo rādhāsameto vilasatu hṛdaye so'smadīye sadaiva || 1 ||
yaṃ dṛṣṭvā kaṃsabhūpaḥ svakṛtakṛtimaho saṃsmaranmantrivaryān
kiṃ vā pūrvaṃ mayedaṃ kṛtamiti vacanaṃ duḥkhitaḥ pratyuvāca |
ājñapto nāradena smitayutavadanaḥ pūrayansarvakāmān
kṛṣṇo rādhāsameto vilasatu hṛdaye so'smadīye sadaiva || 2 ||
yena prodyatpratāpā nṛpatikulabhavāḥ pāṇḍavāḥ kauravābdhiṃ
tīrtvā pāraṃ tadīyaṃ jagadakhilanṛṇāṃ dustarañceti jagmuḥ |
tatpatnīcīravṛddhipraviditamahimā bhūtale bhūpatīśaḥ
kṛṣṇo rādhāsameto vilasatu hṛdaye so'smadīye sadaiva || 3 ||
yasmai coddhṛtya pātrāddadhiyutanavanītaṃ karairgopikābhi-
rdattaṃ tadbhāvapūrtau vinihitahṛdayassatyamevaṃ tirodhāt |
muktāguñjāvalībhiḥ pracuratamaruciḥ kuṇḍalākrāntagaṇḍaḥ
kṛṣṇo rādhāsameto vilasatu hṛdaye so'smadīye sadaiva || 4 ||
yasmādviśvābhirāmādiha jananavidhau sarvanandādigopāḥ
saṃsārārtervimuktāḥ sakalasukhakarāḥ sampadaḥ prāpureva |
itthaṃ pūrṇenduvaktraḥ kalakamaladṛśaḥ svīyajanma stuvantaḥ
kṛṣṇo rādhāsameto vilasatu hṛdaye so'smadīye sadaiva || 5 ||
yasya śrīnandasūnoḥ vrajayuvatijanāścāgatā bhartṛputrāṃ-
styaktvā śrutvā samīpe vicakitanayanāḥ sapramodāḥ svagehe |
rantuṃ rāsādilīlā manasijadalitā veṇunādaṃ ca ramyaṃ
kṛṣṇo rādhāsameto vilasatu hṛdaye so'smadīye sadaiva || 6 ||
yasmin dṛṣṭe samaste jagati yuvatayaḥ prāṇanāthavratāyā-
stā apyevaṃ hi nūnaṃ kimapi ca hṛdaye kāmabhāvaṃ dadhatyaḥ |
tatsnehābdhiṃ vapuścedaviditadharaṇau sūryabimbasvarūpāḥ
kṛṣṇo rādhāsameto vilasatu hṛdaye so'smadīye sadaiva || 7 ||
yaḥ svīye gokule'sminviditanijakulodbhūtabālaiḥ sameto
mātaryevaṃ cakāra prasṛtatamaguṇānbālalīlāvilāsān |
hatvā vatsapralambadvividabakakharāngopabṛndaṃ jugopa
kṛṣṇo rādhāsameto vilasatu hṛdaye so'smadīye sadaiva || 8 ||
kṛṣṇārādhāṣṭakaṃ prātarutthāya prapaṭhennaraḥ |
ya evaṃ sarvadā nūnaṃ sa prāpnoti parāṃ gatim || 9 ||
iti śrīraghunāthacārya viracitaṃ śrīrādhākṛṣṇāṣṭakam |
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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
Related Stotrams
- Sri Krishna Ashtakam
- Sri Radha Ashtakam
- Gopala Ashtakam
- Madhurashtakam
Last Updated: 2025-12-01