Sudarshana Ashtakam (Vedantacharya Krutam)
Sudarshana Ashtakam (Vedantacharya Krutam)
Sudarshana Ashtakam (Vedantacharya Krutam)
sudarshana aShTakam (vedAntAchArya kRRitam)
pratibhaTashreNibhIShaNa varaguNastomabhUShaNa
janibhayasthAnatAraNa jagadavasthAnakAraNa |
nikhiladuShkarmakarshana nigamasaddharmadarshana
jaya jaya shrIsudarshana jaya jaya shrIsudarshana || 1 ||
shubhajagadrUpamaNDana surajanatrAsakhaNDana
shatamakhabrahmavandita shatapathabrahmanandita |
prathitavidvatsapakShita bhajadahirbudhnyalakShita
jaya jaya shrIsudarshana jaya jaya shrIsudarshana || 2 ||
nijapadaprItasadgaNa nirupathisphItaShaDguNa
nigamanirvyUDhavaibhava nijaparavyUhavaibhava |
harihayadveShidAraNa harapuraploShakAraNa
jaya jaya shrIsudarshana jaya jaya shrIsudarshana || 3 ||
sphuTataTijjAlapinjara pRRithutarajvAlapanjara
parigatapratnavigraha parimitapraj~nadurgraha |
praharaNagrAmamaNDita parijanatrANapaNDita
jaya jaya shrIsudarshana jaya jaya shrIsudarshana || 4 ||
bhuvananetastrayImaya savanatejastrayImaya
niravadhisvAduchinmaya nikhilashaktejaganmaya |
amitavishvakriyAmaya shamitavishvagbhayAmaya
jaya jaya shrIsudarshana jaya jaya shrIsudarshana || 5 ||
mahitasampatsadakShara vihitasampatShaDakShara
ShaDarachakrapratiShThita sakalatattvapratiShThita |
vividhasaNkalpakalpaka vibudhasaNkalpakalpaka
jaya jaya shrIsudarshana jaya jaya shrIsudarshana || 6 ||
pratimukhAlIDhabandhura pRRithumahAhetidantura
vikaTamAlApariShkRRita vividhamAyAbahiShkRRita |
sthiramahAyantrayantrita dRRiDhadayAtantrayantrita
jaya jaya shrIsudarshana jaya jaya shrIsudarshana || 7 ||
danujavistArakartana danujavidyAvikartana
janitamisrAvikartana bhajadavidyAnikartana |
amaradRRiShTasvavikrama samarajuShTabhramikrama
jaya jaya shrIsudarshana jaya jaya shrIsudarshana || 8 ||
dvichatuShkamidaM prabhUtasAraM
paThatAM ve~NkaTanAyakapraNItam |
viShame.api manorathaH pradhAvan
na vihanyeta rathA~NgadhuryaguptaH || 9 ||
iti shrI vedAntAchAryasya kRRitiShu sudarshanAShTakam |
About This Stotram
Sudarshana Ashtakam (Vedantacharya Krutam)
Sanskrit Title: सुदर्शन अष्टकम् (वेदान्ताचार्य कृतम्)
IAST Transliteration:
Overview
The Sudarshana Ashtakam is a powerful hymn dedicated to the Sudarshana Chakra, the divine discus weapon of Lord Vishnu. The Sudarshana Chakra is not merely a weapon but a symbol of divine power, cosmic order, and the ultimate destroyer of evil. Reciting this Ashtakam is believed to invoke the protective and destructive energies of the Sudarshana Chakra, thereby safeguarding the devotee from all forms of harm, both physical and spiritual. It is considered a potent tool for overcoming obstacles, vanquishing enemies (internal and external), and purifying the mind and soul. The verses often highlight the Sudarshana's role in upholding Dharma and its omnipresence, making it a significant devotional practice for those seeking divine intervention and spiritual advancement.
Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Deity | Sudarshana Chakra |
| Author | Vedantacharya |
| Type | Ashtakam |
| Category | Ashtakam |
| Number of Verses | 9 |
| Origin | The origin of this specific Sudarshana Ashtakam is attributed to Vedantacharya. While the exact scripture or text from which it is extracted is not explicitly stated in the provided information, Ashtakams are typically devotional hymns composed to praise a specific deity. The context suggests it is a standalone composition rather than a chapter from a larger Purana or Upanishad. The composition date is uncertain, but Vedantacharya is a prominent figure in Vaishnavism, particularly associated with the Sri Vaishnava tradition, suggesting a likely period of composition within the medieval era of Indian religious literature. |
Benefits of Recitation
- Protection from enemies and negative forces
- Removal of obstacles and difficulties
- Attainment of spiritual knowledge and wisdom
- Granting of prosperity and well-being
- Liberation from the cycle of birth and death
Best Time to Recite
Morning (Brahma Muhurta) and evening are considered auspicious times for reciting this stotram. It can also be recited during times of distress, before undertaking important tasks, or on specific Vaishnava festivals.
Historical Context
Vedantacharya, also known as Vedanta Desika, was a prolific Tamil Vaishnava philosopher, poet, and saint who lived in the 13th-14th century CE. He was a central figure in the Sri Vaishnava tradition and authored numerous works in Sanskrit and Tamil. His compositions are known for their philosophical insights and devotional fervor. This Sudarshana Ashtakam, attributed to him, reflects the deep reverence and understanding of the Sudarshana Chakra within the Vaishnava tradition. The Ashtakam form itself is a popular genre of Sanskrit devotional poetry, characterized by eight verses, often praising a specific deity.
Alternate Names
- Sudarshana Ashtakam by Vedanta Desika
Related Stotrams
- Sudarshana Shatakam
- Sudarshana Kavacham
- Vishnu Sahasranama
Last Updated: 2025-12-01