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Durga Apaduddharaka Stotram in Sanskrit

Dedicated to Durga.

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ॐ
1
दुर्गे स्मृता हरसि भीतिमशेषजन्तोः स्वस्थैः स्मृता मतिमतीव शुभां ददासि। दारिद्र्यदुःखभयहारिणि का त्वदन्या सर्वोपकारकरणाय सदार्द्रचित्ता॥१॥
2
सर्वमङ्गलमाङ्गल्ये शिवे सर्वार्थसाधिके। शरण्ये त्र्यम्बके गौरि नारायणि नमोऽस्तु ते॥२॥
3
सृष्टिस्थितिविनाशानां शक्तिभूते सनातनि। गुणाश्रये गुणमये नारायणि नमोऽस्तु ते॥३॥
4
शरणागतदीनार्तपरित्राणपरायणे। सर्वस्यार्तिहरे देवि नारायणि नमोऽस्तु ते॥४॥
5
सर्वस्वरूपे सर्वेशे सर्वशक्तिसमन्विते। भयभ्यस्त्राहि नो देवि दुर्गे देवि नमोऽस्तु ते॥५॥
6
रोगानशेषानपहंसि तुष्टा रुष्टा तु कामान् सकलानभीष्टान्। त्वामाश्रितानां न विपन्नराणां त्वामाश्रिता ह्याश्रयतां प्रयान्ति॥६॥
7
सर्वबाधाप्रशमनं त्रैलोक्यस्याखिलेश्वरि। एवमेव त्वया कार्यमस्मद्वैरिविनाशनम्॥७॥
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या श्रीः स्वयं सुकृतिनां भवनेष्वलक्ष्मीः पापात्मनां कृतधियां हृदयेषु बुद्धिः। श्रद्धा सतां कुलजनप्रभवस्य लज्जा त्वां तां नताः स्म परिपालय देवि विश्वम्॥८॥
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देहि सौभाग्यमारोग्यं देहि मे परमं सुखम्। रूपं देहि जयं देहि यशो देहि द्विषो जहि॥९॥
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विन्ध्यस्थितानां देवि त्वं विन्ध्यवासिनि। चण्डिके चण्डमुण्डानां हन्त्री त्वं देवि नमोऽस्तु ते॥१०॥

Meaning & Translation

Verse 1
O Durga, when remembered, you remove all fear from every creature. When remembered by those who are healthy, you grant extremely auspicious intellect. O remover of poverty, sorrow, and fear, who else but you has a heart always compassionate for doing good to all?
Verse 2
O auspicious among all auspicious, O Shivaa, who accomplishes all purposes. O refuge of all, O three-eyed one, O Gauri, O Narayani, salutations to you.
Verse 3
O eternal one, who is the power behind creation, preservation, and destruction. O abode of qualities, full of qualities, O Narayani, salutations to you.
Verse 4
O one devoted to protecting the distressed and suffering who seek refuge. O Devi, remover of all pain, O Narayani, salutations to you.
Verse 5
O one who is the form of all, O ruler of all, endowed with all powers. Protect us from all fears, O Devi, O Durga Devi, salutations to you.
Verse 6
When pleased, you destroy all diseases. When displeased, you destroy all desired wishes. Those who take refuge in you do not face calamities; indeed, those who take refuge in you become a refuge for others.
Verse 7
O sovereign of the three worlds, who pacifies all obstacles. In the same way, you should destroy our enemies.
Verse 8
You are Lakshmi herself in the homes of the virtuous, and ill-fortune in the homes of the wicked. You are intellect in the hearts of the wise, faith in the good, and modesty in those of noble birth. To you, O Devi, we bow; protect the universe.
Verse 9
Grant good fortune, grant health, grant me supreme happiness. Grant beauty, grant victory, grant fame, destroy my enemies.
Verse 10
O Devi, you reside in the Vindhya mountains, O Vindhyavasini. O Chandika, destroyer of Chanda and Munda, O Devi, salutations to you.

✨Spiritual Benefits

Chanting the Durga Apaduddharaka Stotram regularly bestows immense blessings from Goddess Durga. Devotees experience protection from all forms of danger, fear, and negative influences. It grants courage, strength, and resilience to overcome life's challenges and adversaries. The Stotram is also believed to remove poverty, sorrow, and diseases, leading to improved health, prosperity, and overall well-being. Spiritually, it fosters a deeper connection with the Divine Mother, leading to inner peace, wisdom, and ultimately, liberation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits of chanting Durga Stotra?

Chanting Durga Stotram brings protection from all dangers, removes obstacles, grants courage, strength, prosperity, good health, and spiritual liberation. It invokes the divine mother's blessings for overall well-being and victory over negative forces. Specifically, the Durga Apaduddharaka Stotram is known for alleviating distress and granting refuge.

What are the benefits of chanting Durga Suktam?

The Durga Suktam, a Vedic hymn, is primarily chanted for invoking Goddess Durga's blessings for protection, prosperity, and removal of adversities. It is believed to purify the environment, grant spiritual power, and fulfill desires, especially during fire rituals (havans). It is a powerful hymn for invoking the fiery aspect of the Goddess.

Where can I find Durga Stotra Sanskrit documents?

Durga Stotra Sanskrit documents can be found in various ancient scriptures like the Markandeya Purana (which contains the Devi Mahatmyam), Rudrayamala Tantra, and numerous Puranas. Many devotional websites and books also provide the Sanskrit text along with transliteration and translation. Popular stotrams include Durga Apaduddharaka Stotram, Argala Stotram, Kilaka Stotram, and Devi Kavacham.

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