Sri Radha Krishna Ashtakam
Sri Radha Krishna Ashtakam
Sri Radha Krishna Ashtakam
shrI rAdhA kRRiShNa aShTakam
yaH shrIgovardhanAdriM sakalasurapatIMstatragogopabRRindaM
svIyaM saMrakShituM chetyamarasukhakaraM mohayan sandadhAra |
tanmAnaM khaNDayitvA vijitaripukulo nIladhArAdharAbhaH
kRRiShNo rAdhAsameto vilasatu hRRidaye so.asmadIye sadaiva || 1 ||
yaM dRRiShTvA kaMsabhUpaH svakRRitakRRitimaho saMsmaranmantrivaryAn
kiM vA pUrvaM mayedaM kRRitamiti vachanaM duHkhitaH pratyuvAcha |
Aj~napto nAradena smitayutavadanaH pUrayansarvakAmAn
kRRiShNo rAdhAsameto vilasatu hRRidaye so.asmadIye sadaiva || 2 ||
yena prodyatpratApA nRRipatikulabhavAH pANDavAH kauravAbdhiM
tIrtvA pAraM tadIyaM jagadakhilanRRiNAM dustara~ncheti jagmuH |
tatpatnIchIravRRiddhipraviditamahimA bhUtale bhUpatIshaH
kRRiShNo rAdhAsameto vilasatu hRRidaye so.asmadIye sadaiva || 3 ||
yasmai choddhRRitya pAtrAddadhiyutanavanItaM karairgopikAbhi-
rdattaM tadbhAvapUrtau vinihitahRRidayassatyamevaM tirodhAt |
muktAgu~njAvalIbhiH prachuratamaruchiH kuNDalAkrAntagaNDaH
kRRiShNo rAdhAsameto vilasatu hRRidaye so.asmadIye sadaiva || 4 ||
yasmAdvishvAbhirAmAdiha jananavidhau sarvanandAdigopAH
saMsArArtervimuktAH sakalasukhakarAH sampadaH prApureva |
itthaM pUrNenduvaktraH kalakamaladRRishaH svIyajanma stuvantaH
kRRiShNo rAdhAsameto vilasatu hRRidaye so.asmadIye sadaiva || 5 ||
yasya shrInandasUnoH vrajayuvatijanAshchAgatA bhartRRiputrAM-
styaktvA shrutvA samIpe vichakitanayanAH sapramodAH svagehe |
rantuM rAsAdilIlA manasijadalitA veNunAdaM cha ramyaM
kRRiShNo rAdhAsameto vilasatu hRRidaye so.asmadIye sadaiva || 6 ||
yasmin dRRiShTe samaste jagati yuvatayaH prANanAthavratAyA-
stA apyevaM hi nUnaM kimapi cha hRRidaye kAmabhAvaM dadhatyaH |
tatsnehAbdhiM vapushchedaviditadharaNau sUryabimbasvarUpAH
kRRiShNo rAdhAsameto vilasatu hRRidaye so.asmadIye sadaiva || 7 ||
yaH svIye gokule.asminviditanijakulodbhUtabAlaiH sameto
mAtaryevaM chakAra prasRRitatamaguNAnbAlalIlAvilAsAn |
hatvA vatsapralambadvividabakakharAngopabRRindaM jugopa
kRRiShNo rAdhAsameto vilasatu hRRidaye so.asmadIye sadaiva || 8 ||
kRRiShNArAdhAShTakaM prAtarutthAya prapaThennaraH |
ya evaM sarvadA nUnaM sa prApnoti parAM gatim || 9 ||
iti shrIraghunAthachArya virachitaM shrIrAdhAkRRiShNAShTakam |
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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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Last Updated: 2025-12-01