Yagnopavita Dharana
Yagnopavita Dharana
Yagnopavita Dharana
yajñopavīta dhāraṇa
"gāyanta-ntrāyate iti gāyatrī"
o-mbhūrbhuva॒ssuvaḥ̭ ||
tathsa̭vi॒turvare᳚ṇya॒-mbhargo̭ de॒vasya̭ dhīmahi |
dhiyo॒ yo naḥ̭ pracodayā᳚t ||
1| śarīra śuddhi
ślo|| apavitraḥ pavitro vā sarvāvasthā᳚-ṅgato-'pivā |
ya-ssmare-tpuṇḍarīkākṣaṃ sa bāhyābhyantaraśśuciḥ ||
2| ācamanam
oṃ ācamya | o-ṅkeśavāya svāhā | o-nnārāyaṇāya svāhā | o-mmādhavāya svāhā | o-ṅgovindāya namaḥ | oṃ-viṣṇave namaḥ | o-mmadhusūdanāya namaḥ | o-ntrivikramāya namaḥ | oṃ-vāmanāya namaḥ | oṃ śrīdharāya namaḥ | oṃ hṛṣīkeśāya namaḥ | o-mpadmanābhāya namaḥ | o-ndāmodarāya namaḥ | oṃ saṅkarṣaṇāya namaḥ | oṃ-vā~sudevāya namaḥ | o-mpradyumnāya namaḥ | oṃ aniruddhāya namaḥ | o-mpuruṣottamāya namaḥ | oṃ adhokṣajāya namaḥ | o-nnārasiṃhāya namaḥ | oṃ acyutāya namaḥ | o-ñjanārdhanāya namaḥ | oṃ upendrāya namaḥ | oṃ haraye namaḥ | oṃ śrīkṛṣṇāya namaḥ | oṃ śrīkṛṣṇa parabrahmaṇe namo namaḥ |
3| bhūtoccāṭana
uttiṣṭhantu | bhūta piśācāḥ | ye te bhūmibhārakāḥ |
ye teṣāmavirodhena | brahmakarma samārabhe | o-mbhūrbhuvassuvaḥ |
4| prāṇāyāmam
o-mbhūḥ | o-mbhuvaḥ | ogṃ suvaḥ | o-mmahaḥ | o-ñjanaḥ | o-ntapaḥ | ogṃ sa॒tyam |
o-ntathsa̭vi॒turvare᳚ṇyaṃ॒ bhargo̭ de॒vasya̭ dhīmahi |
dhiyo॒ yo naḥ̭ pracodayā᳚t ||
omāpo॒ jyotī॒ raso॒-'mṛta॒-mbrahma॒ bhū-rbhuva॒-ssuva॒rom || (tai. ara. 10-27)
5| saṅkalpam
mamopātta, duritakṣayadvārā, śrī parameśvara prītyartham, śubhe, śobhanemuhūrte, mahāviṣṇorājñayā, pravartamānasya adyabrahmaṇaḥ dvitīyaparārthe, śvetavarāhakalpe, vaivaśvatamanvantare, kaliyuge, prathamapāde, jambhūdvīpe, bharatavarṣe, bharatakhaṇḍe, asmin vartamāna vyāvahārika cāndramānena ------- saṃva~tsare ------ ayane ------- ṛtau ------- māse ------- pakṣe ------- tidhau ------ vāsare -------- śubhanakṣatre (bhārata deśaḥ - jambū dvīpe, bharata varṣe, bharata khaṇḍe, meroḥ dakṣiṇa/uttara digbhāge; amerikā - krauñca dvīpe, ramaṇaka varṣe, aindrika khaṇḍe, sapta samudrāntare, kapilāraṇye) śubhayoge śubhakaraṇa evaṅguṇa viśeṣaṇa viśiṣṭhāyāṃ śubhatithau śrīmān -------- gotrasya ------- nāmadheyasya (vivāhitānām - dharmapatnī sametasya) śrīmataḥ gotrasya mamopāttaduritakṣayadvārā śrīparamesvara prītyardha-mmama sakala śrautasmārta nityakarmānuṣṭhāna yogyatāphalasidhyardha-nnūtana yajñopavītadhāraṇa-ṅkariṣye |
6| yajñopavīta dhāraṇa
yajñopavīta prāṇa pratiṣṭhāpana-ṅkariṣye|
ślo|| oṃ asunīte punarasmāsu cakṣuḥ punaḥprāṇamiha no dhehi bhogam |
jyokpaśyema sūryamuccara-ntamanumate mṛḍayā na-sssvasti || ṛ.ve. - 10.59.6
amṛtaṃ-vai~ prāṇā amṛtamāpaḥ prāṇāneva yathāsthānamupahvayate |
7| yajñopavīta mantram
ślo|| yajñopavīte tasya mantrasya parameṣṭi parabrahmarṣiḥ |
paramātma devatā, devī gāyatrīcchandaḥ |
yajñopavīta dhāraṇe viniyogaḥ ||
8| yajñopavīta dhāraṇa mantram
ślo|| yajñopavīta-mparama-mpavitra-mprajāpateryatsahaja-mpurastāt |
āyuṣyamagrya-mpratimuñca śubhraṃ-ya~jñopavīta-mbalamastu tejaḥ ||
9| jīrṇa yajñopavīta visarjana
ślo|| upavīta-ñchinnatantu-ñjīrṇa-ṅkaśmaladūṣitaṃ
visṛjāmi yaśo brahmavarco dīrghāyurastu me ||
oṃ śānti śānti śāntiḥ
catussāgara paryanta-ṅgo brāhmaṇebhya-śśubha-mbhavatu |
---------- pravarānvita --------- gotrotpanna --------- śarma --------- aha-mbho abhivādaye |
samarpaṇa
yasya smṛtyā ca nāmoktyā tapassandhyā kriyādiṣu
nyūnaṃ sampūrṇatāṃ-yā~ti sadyo vande tamacyutam |
mantrahīna-ṅkriyāhīna-mbhaktihīnaṃ ramāpate
yatkṛta-ntu mayā deva paripūrṇa-ntadastu me ||
anena yajñopavīta dhāraṇena, śrī lakṣmīnārāyaṇa preraṇāya, śrī lakṣmīnārāyaṇa prīyantāṃ-va~rado bhavatu |
śrī kṛṣṇārpaṇamastu ||
kāyena vācā manasendriyairvā buddhyāஉtmanā vā prakṛte ssvabhāvāt |
karomi yadyatsakala-mparasmai śrīmannārāyaṇāyeti samarpayāmi ||
About This Stotram
Yagnopavita Dharana
Sanskrit Title: यज्ञोपवीत धारण
IAST Transliteration:
Overview
The Yagnopavita Dharana stotram holds immense significance in Hindu tradition, particularly for Dvija (twice-born) individuals. The Yagnopavita, or sacred thread, symbolizes a commitment to Vedic studies, righteous living, and adherence to dharma. This stotram, by its very nature, guides the wearer through the ritual of donning the sacred thread, emphasizing the spiritual and physical purity required. It connects the wearer to the lineage of Vedic seers and the divine principles they espoused. The verses often invoke deities and mantras that purify the body and mind, preparing the individual for spiritual pursuits and societal responsibilities. Reciting this stotram is an act of consecration, reinforcing the sacredness of the Yagnopavita and the vows associated with it.
Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Deity | Unknown |
| Author | Unknown |
| Type | Stotram |
| Category | Stotram |
| Number of Verses | 8 |
| Origin | The provided text indicates that this stotram is associated with the 'Yagnopavita Dharana' (wearing the sacred thread). While the exact origin scripture is not explicitly stated, the content suggests it is part of Vedic rituals and practices. The inclusion of the Gayatri Mantra and verses related to purification ('Sharira Shuddhi') and Achamana (sipping water for purification) points to its roots in the Vedic tradition. It is likely a compilation or a specific hymn used during the Upanayana ceremony (initiation into the Brahmacharya ashrama) or for the daily ritual of wearing the Yagnopavita. The mention of 'Vedic Tithi' as a source suggests it's from a collection of Vedic knowledge. |
Benefits of Recitation
- Spiritual purification
- Observance of Vedic rituals
- Attainment of purity (external and internal)
- Blessings for righteous conduct
- Connection to Vedic traditions
Best Time to Recite
During the Upanayana Sanskara (sacred thread ceremony), daily Yagnopavita Dharana, and other purification rituals.
Historical Context
The Yagnopavita Dharana is a fundamental ritual in Hinduism, deeply rooted in the Vedic period. The Upanayana ceremony, where the Yagnopavita is first bestowed, marks a significant transition in a boy's life, initiating him into formal education and spiritual discipline. The hymns and mantras associated with this ritual have been passed down through oral tradition and are documented in various Vedic texts and their ancillary literature. The composition of specific stotrams for this purpose likely evolved over time, with different sampradayas (traditions) and scholars contributing to their compilation. The lack of a specific author and the general nature of the verses suggest it might be a widely accepted and practiced hymn rather than a singular composition by a renowned sage.
Related Stotrams
- Gayatri Mantra
- Achamana Mantras
- Purification Mantras
Last Updated: 2025-12-01