Sukra Ashtottara Sata Nama Stotram
Sukra Ashtottara Sata Nama Stotram
शुक्र अष्टोत्तर शत नाम स्तोत्रम्
शुक्रः शुचिः शुभगुणः शुभदः शुभलक्षणः ।
शोभनाक्षः शुभ्ररूपः शुद्धस्फटिकभास्वरः ॥ 1 ॥
दीनार्तिहारको दैत्यगुरुः देवाभिवन्दितः ।
काव्यासक्तः कामपालः कविः कल्याणदायकः ॥ 2 ॥
भद्रमूर्तिर्भद्रगुणो भार्गवो भक्तपालनः ।
भोगदो भुवनाध्यक्षो भुक्तिमुक्तिफलप्रदः ॥ 3 ॥
चारुशीलश्चारुरूपश्चारुचन्द्रनिभाननः ।
निधिर्निखिलशास्त्रज्ञो नीतिविद्याधुरन्धरः ॥ 4 ॥
सर्वलक्षणसम्पन्नः सर्वावगुणवर्जितः ।
समानाधिकनिर्मुक्तः सकलागमपारगः ॥ 5 ॥
भृगुर्भोगकरो भूमिसुरपालनतत्परः ।
मनस्वी मानदो मान्यो मायातीतो महाशयः ॥ 6 ॥
बलिप्रसन्नोऽभयदो बली बलपराक्रमः ।
भवपाशपरित्यागो बलिबन्धविमोचकः ॥ 7 ॥
घनाशयो घनाध्यक्षो कम्बुग्रीवः कलाधरः ।
कारुण्यरससम्पूर्णः कल्याणगुणवर्धनः ॥ 8 ॥
श्वेताम्बरः श्वेतवपुश्चतुर्भुजसमन्वितः ।
अक्षमालाधरोऽचिन्त्यो अक्षीणगुणभासुरः ॥ 9 ॥
नक्षत्रगणसञ्चारो नयदो नीतिमार्गदः ।
वर्षप्रदो हृषीकेशः क्लेशनाशकरः कविः ॥ 10 ॥
चिन्तितार्थप्रदः शान्तमतिः चित्तसमाधिकृत् ।
आधिव्याधिहरो भूरिविक्रमः पुण्यदायकः ॥ 11 ॥
पुराणपुरुषः पूज्यः पुरुहूतादिसन्नुतः ।
अजेयो विजितारातिर्विविधाभरणोज्ज्वलः ॥ 12 ॥
कुन्दपुष्पप्रतीकाशो मन्दहासो महामतिः ।
मुक्ताफलसमानाभो मुक्तिदो मुनिसन्नुतः ॥ 13 ॥
रत्नसिंहासनारूढो रथस्थो रजतप्रभः ।
सूर्यप्राग्देशसञ्चारः सुरशत्रुसुहृत् कविः ॥ 14 ॥
तुलावृषभराशीशो दुर्धरो धर्मपालकः ।
भाग्यदो भव्यचारित्रो भवपाशविमोचकः ॥ 15 ॥
गौडदेशेश्वरो गोप्ता गुणी गुणविभूषणः ।
ज्येष्ठानक्षत्रसम्भूतो ज्येष्ठः श्रेष्ठः शुचिस्मितः ॥ 16 ॥
अपवर्गप्रदोऽनन्तः सन्तानफलदायकः ।
सर्वैश्वर्यप्रदः सर्वगीर्वाणगणसन्नुतः ॥ 17 ॥
एवं शुक्रग्रहस्यैव क्रमादष्टोत्तरं शतम् ।
सर्वपापप्रशमनं सर्वपुण्यफलप्रदम् ।
यः पठेच्छृणुयाद्वापि सर्वान् कामानवाप्नुयात् ॥ 18 ॥
इति श्री शुक्र अष्टोत्तरशतनाम स्तोत्रम् ।
About This Stotram
Sukra Ashtottara Sata Nama Stotram
Sanskrit Title: शुक्र अष्टोत्तर शत नाम स्तोत्रम्
IAST Transliteration:
Overview
This stotram is significant as it enumerates 108 sacred names of Shukra, the celestial embodiment of the planet Venus. In Vedic astrology, Shukra governs aspects of love, beauty, wealth, pleasure, arts, and material well-being. Reciting this stotram is believed to appease Shukra, mitigate any negative astrological influences associated with its position in one's horoscope, and invoke its positive blessings. The repetition of 108 names is a traditional practice in Hinduism for deep meditation and invoking divine energy. Each name is considered a manifestation of Shukra's divine attributes and powers, and by chanting them, the devotee aims to connect with these energies for personal growth and fulfillment.
Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Deity | Shukra |
| Author | Unknown |
| Type | Ashtottara Shatanamavali Stotram |
| Category | Stotram |
| Number of Verses | 18 |
| Origin | The Sukra Ashtottara Sata Nama Stotram is a devotional hymn dedicated to Shukra, the planet Venus, who is also considered the guru of the Asuras (demons) in Hindu mythology. Such stotrams are typically composed as independent works of devotional literature, often found in Tantric or Puranic traditions, or as part of larger compilations of hymns. Its precise origin within a specific scripture like the Puranas or Agamas is not immediately evident from the provided information, but it is a common practice to have 'Ashtottara Shatanamavali' (lists of 108 names) for various deities and celestial bodies to facilitate worship and meditation. The composition likely emerged from the tradition of Sanskrit devotional literature aimed at invoking the blessings of planetary deities for well-being and prosperity. |
Benefits of Recitation
- Removes obstacles related to Shukra's malefic influence in astrology.
- Bestows wealth, prosperity, and material comforts.
- Enhances artistic talents, creativity, and eloquence.
- Promotes good relationships, love, and marital harmony.
- Grants wisdom, knowledge, and spiritual understanding.
Best Time to Recite
Fridays (Shukravara), especially during the Shukra Hora (an astrological period of the day ruled by Venus). It can also be recited during the Shukra Dasha or Antardasha in one's astrological chart, or whenever one seeks to enhance Shukra-related aspects of life.
Historical Context
The composition of Ashtottara Shatanamavali stotrams is a long-standing tradition in Hindu devotional literature. While the exact period of composition for this specific stotram is unknown, such hymns have been prevalent for centuries, evolving alongside the development of astrological sciences and devotional practices in India. They are often attributed to ancient sages or compiled by later scholars and devotees. The language used (Sanskrit) and the structure of the hymn are consistent with classical devotional compositions. The mention of 'Vedic Tithi' in the existing information suggests it is part of a collection of Vedic and spiritual knowledge, indicating its placement within a broader corpus of Hindu religious texts.
Alternate Names
- Shukra Ashtottara Shatanamavali
- Shukra Namavali
Related Stotrams
- Shukra Kavacham
- Shukra Gayatri Mantra
- Navagraha Stotram
Last Updated: 2025-12-01