Stotras & Devotional Mantras

Hanuman Chalisa

हनुमान चालीसा

The 40-verse devotional poem to Lord Hanuman by Tulsidas — the most-recited Hindu devotional text, prayed for strength, courage, and removal of obstacles.

Ram Raksha Stotra

राम रक्षा स्तोत्र

A 38-verse protective hymn (kavacha) invoking Lord Rama's grace upon every part of the body. Composed by Budha Kaushika and recited daily for protection from harm, fear, and obstacles.

Vishnu Sahasranama

विष्णु सहस्रनाम

The 1000 names of Lord Vishnu, spoken by Bhishma in the Mahabharata — one of the most beloved Vaishnava texts, recited by millions for liberation, peace of mind, and Vishnu's grace.

Lakshmi Sahasranama

लक्ष्मी सहस्रनाम

The 1000 names of Goddess Mahalakshmi from the Skanda Purana — recited especially on Fridays, Diwali, and Sharad Purnima for prosperity, abundance, and the grace of Devi Lakshmi.

Kanakadhara Stotra

कनकधारा स्तोत्र

A 21-verse hymn to Goddess Lakshmi composed by Adi Shankaracharya — said to have caused a rain of golden gooseberries (kanaka-dhara) when first sung. The most popular Lakshmi stotra for prosperity.

Karagre Vasate Lakshmi — Morning Prayer

कराग्रे वसते लक्ष्मीः

The traditional morning prayer recited at the moment of waking — looking at one's palms before stepping out of bed. Invokes Lakshmi, Saraswati, and Govinda to bless the day.

Lalita Sahasranama

ललिता सहस्रनाम

The 1000 names of Goddess Lalita Tripurasundari from the Brahmanda Purana — the foundational text of the Sri Vidya tradition. Recited daily in Devi temples and homes across India.

Durga Saptashati (Devi Mahatmyam)

दुर्गा सप्तशती / देवी माहात्म्यम्

700 verses from the Markandeya Purana glorifying Goddess Durga's three great victories. The principal scripture of Devi worship — recited at every major Devi temple during Navaratri.

Mahishasura Mardini Stotra (Aigiri Nandini)

महिषासुर मर्दिनी स्तोत्र

A 21-verse hymn to Goddess Durga as the slayer of the buffalo-demon Mahishasura — popularly known as "Aigiri Nandini" after its first words. Iconic during Navaratri and Durga Puja.

Aditya Hridayam

आदित्य हृदयम्

The "Heart of the Sun" — taught by sage Agastya to Lord Rama on the battlefield before his final battle with Ravana. A powerful hymn to Surya for victory, vitality, and removal of obstacles.

Shiva Tandava Stotra

शिव ताण्डव स्तोत्र

A 17-verse hymn composed by Ravana in praise of Lord Shiva's cosmic dance (tandava) — celebrated for its powerful, rhythmic Sanskrit that mirrors the dance itself.

Shiva Mahimna Stotra

शिव महिम्नः स्तोत्र

A 43-verse philosophical hymn to Shiva's glory composed by the Gandharva Pushpadanta — famous for its inclusive vision: "as rivers flow to the same ocean, all paths lead to You."

Shiva Panchakshara Stotra

शिव पञ्चाक्षर स्तोत्र

Five verses on Lord Shiva, each beginning with one syllable of the panchakshari mantra "Na-Ma-Shi-Va-Ya" — composed by Adi Shankaracharya.

Mahamrityunjaya Mantra

महामृत्युञ्जय मन्त्र

The "great death-conquering mantra" addressed to Tryambaka (Shiva) — recited for healing, longevity, and liberation from the fear of death.

Lakshmi Narasimha Karavalamba Stotram

लक्ष्मीनृसिंह करावलम्ब स्तोत्रम्

A 17-verse cry of surrender to Lord Narasimha — composed by Adi Shankaracharya. Each verse ends "give me the support of your hand", making it one of the most emotionally charged Vaishnava hymns.

Annapurna Stotra

अन्नपूर्णा स्तोत्र

A 12-verse hymn to Goddess Annapurna — the divine mother of Kashi who feeds the universe — composed by Adi Shankaracharya. Recited daily before meals in many traditional households.

Skanda Sashti Kavacham

स्कन्द षष्ठी कवचम्

A protective armour-hymn to Lord Murugan (Subrahmanya/Skanda) composed by Devaraya Swamigal — recited especially during Skanda Sashti and on Tuesdays for protection from harm and victory over difficulties.

Ganesha Atharvashirsha

गणेश अथर्वशीर्ष

A short Upanishad of the Atharva Veda identifying Lord Ganesha with Brahman, the absolute. The principal scripture of the Ganapatya tradition — recited at every Ganesh Chaturthi.

Vakratunda Mahakaya — Ganesha Vandana

वक्रतुण्ड महाकाय

The universal opening invocation to Lord Ganesha — recited before any auspicious beginning, prayer, or undertaking.

Guru Stotram

गुरु स्तोत्रम्

Verses in praise of the spiritual teacher (Guru) — including the universally-recited "Gurur Brahma Gurur Vishnu" and "Akhanda Mandalakaram". The principal recitation on Guru Purnima.

Gayatri Mantra

गायत्री मन्त्र

The most universal Vedic mantra — recited by millions of Hindus daily for clarity of intellect and inner illumination. Personified as Goddess Gayatri, the Vedamata (Mother of the Vedas).

Ya Kundendu Tushara — Saraswati Vandana

या कुन्देन्दु तुषार

The classic invocation to Goddess Saraswati — recited by students before study, exams, and any beginning of learning.