Yajnopavita Dharana
Yajnopavita Dharana
Yajnopavita Dharana
yajñnopavīta dhāraṇa
"gāyantaṃ trāyate iti gāyatrī"oṃ bhūrbhuva॒ssuvaḥ̭ || tathsa̭vi॒turvare᳚ṇyaṃ॒ bhargo̭ de॒vasya̭ dhīmahi | dhiyo॒ yo naḥ̭ pracodayā᳚t ||1| śarīra śuddhiślo|| apavitraḥ pavitro vā sarvāvasthāṃ᳚ gato'pivā |yaḥ smaret puṇḍarīkākṣaṃ sa bāhyābhyantaraśśuciḥ ||2| ācamanamoṃ ācamya | oṃ keśavāya svāhā | oṃ nārāyaṇāya svāhā | oṃ mādhavāya svāhā | oṃ govindāya namaḥ | oṃ viṣṇave namaḥ | oṃ madhusūdanāya namaḥ | oṃ trivikramāya namaḥ | oṃ vāmanāya namaḥ | oṃ śrīdharāya namaḥ | oṃ hṛṣīkeśāya namaḥ | oṃ padmanābhāya namaḥ | oṃ dāmodarāya namaḥ | oṃ saṅkarṣaṇāya namaḥ | oṃ vāsudevāya namaḥ | oṃ pradyumnāya namaḥ | oṃ aniruddhāya namaḥ | oṃ puruṣottamāya namaḥ | oṃ adhokṣajāya namaḥ | oṃ nārasiṃhāya namaḥ | oṃ acyutāya namaḥ | oṃ janārdhanāya namaḥ | oṃ upendrāya namaḥ | oṃ haraye namaḥ | oṃ śrīkṛṣṇāya namaḥ | oṃ śrīkṛṣṇa parabrahmaṇe namo namaḥ |3| bhūtoccāṭanauttiṣṭhantu | bhūta piśācāḥ | ye te bhūmibhārakāḥ | ye teṣāmavirodhena | brahmakarma samārabhe | oṃ bhūrbhuvassuvaḥ |4| prāṇāyāmamoṃ bhūḥ | oṃ bhuvaḥ | ogṃ suvaḥ | oṃ mahaḥ | oṃ janaḥ | oṃ tapaḥ | ogṃ sa॒tyam |oṃ tathsa̭vi॒turvare᳚ṇyaṃ॒ bhargo̭ de॒vasya̭ dhīmahi | dhiyo॒ yo naḥ̭ pracodayā᳚t ||omāpo॒ jyotī॒ raso॒'mṛtaṃ॒ brahma॒ bhū-rbhuva॒-ssuva॒rom || (tai. ara. 10-27) 5| saṅkalpammamopātta, duritakṣayadvārā, śrī parameśvara prītyarthaṃ, śubhe, śobhanemuhūrte, mahāviṣṇorājñayā, pravartamānasya adyabrahmaṇaḥ dvitīyaparārthe, śvetavarāhakalpe, vaivaśvatamanvantare, kaliyuge, prathamapāde, jambhūdvīpe, bharatavarṣe, bharatakhaṇḍe, asmin vartamāna vyāvahārika cāndramānena ------- saṃvatsare ------ 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 prītyardhaṃ mama sakala śrautasmārta nityakarmānuṣṭhāna yogyatāphalasidhyardhaṃ nūtana yajñopavītadhāraṇaṃ kariṣye |6| yajñopavīta dhāraṇayajñopavīta prāṇa pratiṣṭhāpanaṃ kariṣye|ślo|| oṃ asunīte punarasmāsu cakṣuḥ punaḥprāṇamiha no dhehi bhogam | jyokpaśyema sūryamuccaraṃ tamanumate mṛḍayā naḥ ssvasti || ṛ.ve. - 10.59.6 amṛtaṃ vai prāṇā amṛtamāpaḥ prāṇāneva yathāsthānamupahvayate |7| yajñopavīta mantramślo|| yajñopavīte tasya mantrasya parameṣṭi parabrahmarṣiḥ |paramātma devatā, devī gāyatrīcchandaḥ |yajñopavīta dhāraṇe viniyogaḥ ||8| yajñopavīta dhāraṇa mantramślo|| yajñopavītaṃ paramaṃ pavitraṃ prajāpateryatsahajaṃ purastāt |āyuṣyamagryaṃ pratimuñca śubhraṃ yajñopavītaṃ balamastu tejaḥ ||9| jīrṇa yajñopavīta visarjanaślo|| upavītaṃ chinnatantuṃ jīrṇaṃ kaśmaladūṣitaṃvisṛjāmi yaśo brahmavarco dīrghāyurastu me ||oṃ śānti śānti śāntiḥcatussāgara paryantaṃ go brāhmaṇebhyaḥ śubhaṃ bhavatu |---------- pravarānvita --------- gotrotpanna --------- śarma --------- ahaṃ bho abhivādaye |samarpaṇayasya smṛtyā ca nāmoktyā tapassandhyā kriyādiṣunyūnaṃ sampūrṇatāṃ yāti sadyo vande tamacyutam | mantrahīnaṃ kriyāhīnaṃ bhaktihīnaṃ ramāpateyatkṛtaṃ tu mayā deva paripūrṇaṃ tadastu me ||anena yajñopavīta dhāraṇena, śrī lakṣmīnārāyaṇa preraṇāya, śrī lakṣmīnārāyaṇa prīyantāṃ varado bhavatu | śrī kṛṣṇārpaṇamastu ||kāyena vācā manasendriyairvā buddhyāஉtmanā vā prakṛte ssvabhāvāt |karomi yadyatsakalaṃ parasmai śrīmannārāyaṇāyeti samarpayāmi ||
About This Stotram
Yajnopavita Dharana
Sanskrit Title: यज्ञ्नोपवीत धारण
IAST Transliteration:
Overview
The Yajnopavita Dharana Stotram holds significant spiritual and ritualistic importance in Hinduism, particularly for Brahmins, Kshatriyas, and Vaishyas who undergo the Upanayana ceremony. The Yajnopavita, or sacred thread, symbolizes the wearer's initiation into Vedic studies and responsibilities, signifying a commitment to righteous living, spiritual discipline, and the performance of prescribed duties. This stotram, by its very nature, guides the wearer through the sacred act of adorning the Yajnopavita, often accompanied by mantras and prayers. The recitation of verses like the Gayatri Mantra and purification mantras ensures that the act is performed with utmost sanctity and spiritual awareness. It reinforces the spiritual identity of the wearer and serves as a constant reminder of their dharma (duty) and connection to the divine. The act of wearing the Yajnopavita, facilitated by such stotrams, is believed to bestow spiritual protection and enhance one's capacity for performing sacred rites.
Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Deity | Unknown |
| Author | Unknown |
| Type | Stotram |
| Category | Ritualistic Hymn |
| Number of Verses | 8 |
| Origin | The provided text snippet indicates that this stotram is associated with the ritual of wearing the Yajnopavita (sacred thread). The initial verses include the Gayatri Mantra and verses for purification and Achamana (sipping water for ritual cleansing), which are fundamental to Vedic rituals and daily observances. While the specific origin of this collection of verses as a standalone 'Yajnopavita Dharana Stotram' is not explicitly stated, it draws heavily from established Vedic practices and mantras. It is likely a compilation or a specific recitation sequence used during the Yajnopavita ceremony or for daily Yajnopavita maintenance, rather than a single, ancient, authored stotram from a specific scripture like the Puranas or Upanishads. The mention of 'Vedic Tithi' suggests it's part of a broader collection of Vedic knowledge and practices. |
Benefits of Recitation
- Purification of body and mind
- Spiritual merit through adherence to Vedic injunctions
- Preparation for Vedic rituals
- Attainment of purity for daily observances
- Blessings associated with the sacred thread
Best Time to Recite
During the Upanayana ceremony (initiation rite for wearing the Yajnopavita), and daily after bathing or before performing any religious or sacred rituals, especially in the morning.
Historical Context
The practice of wearing the Yajnopavita is ancient, rooted in Vedic tradition. The Upanayana ceremony, where the Yajnopavita is first bestowed, is a samskara (sacrament) described in Vedic texts. While the core mantras and rituals associated with it are ancient, specific stotrams or compilations for the 'Dharana' (wearing) might have evolved over time. This particular collection, as presented, appears to be a practical guide for the ritual, incorporating essential Vedic chants. The 'Vedic Tithi' source suggests it's part of a modern compilation aimed at preserving and disseminating Vedic knowledge and practices, rather than a text from a specific ancient scripture authored by a known sage. The exact period of its compilation as a distinct 'stotram' is unknown, but its content is deeply rooted in timeless Vedic traditions.
Alternate Names
- Yajnopavita Mantras
- Sacred Thread Wearing Hymn
Related Stotrams
- Gayatri Stotram
- Purification Mantras
- Achamana Mantras
- Sandhya Vandanam
Last Updated: 2025-12-01