Shri Mahalakshmi Ashtakam
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Shru Shubh ॥ Shri Labh ॥ Shri Ganeshay Namah ॥
Namastestu Mahamaye Shri Pithe Surpujite ।
Shankh Chakr Gada Haste Mahalakshmi Namostute ॥ 1 ॥
Namaste Garudarudhe Kolasur Bhayankari ।
Sarv Paap Hare Devi Mahalakshmi Namostute ॥ 2 ॥
Sarvangye Sarvavarade Sarvadusht Bhayankari ।
Sarv Duhkh Hare Devi Mahalakshmi Namostute ॥ 3 ॥
Siddhibuddhiprade Devi Bhuktimukti Pradayini ।
Mantramurte Sada Devi Mahalakshmi Namostute ॥ 4 ॥
Adyantrahithe Devi Adyashakti Maheshwari ।
Yogaje Yogsambhute Mahalakshmi Namostute ॥ 5 ॥
Sthula Sukhma Maharaudre Mahashakti Mahodare ।
Mahapap Hare Devi Mahalakshmi Namostute ॥ 6 ॥
Padmasana Sthite Devi Parabrahma Swarupini ।
Parmesi Jaganmarta Mahalakshmi Namostute ॥ 7 ॥
Shwetambardhare Devi Nanalankar Bhushite ।
Jagastasthe Jaganmarta Mahalakshmi Namostute ॥ 8 ॥
Mahalakshmishtakastotranya: Pathet Bhaktimanarah ।
Sarvsiddhimavapnotti Rajya Prapanoti Sarvada ॥ 9 ॥
Ek Kale Pathennityam Mahapapvinasanam ।
Dwabikalam Yah: Pathennityam Dhana Dhanyam Samanwitah ॥ 10 ॥
Trikalam Yah: Pathennityam Mahashatruvinashnam ।
Mahalakshmi Bhavenityam Prasanna Varada Shubha ॥ 11 ॥
॥ Itindrakruta Shrimahalakshyamstakstavah Sampurnah ॥
- Ath Sri Indrakrit Shri Mahalakshmi Ashtak Sampurnam
Shri Mahalakshmi Ashtakam About
Shri Mahalakshmi Ashtakam is a revered Sanskrit hymn dedicated to Goddess Mahalakshmi, the embodiment of wealth, prosperity, and auspiciousness. Known to be composed by the great sage Adi Shankaracharya, this stotra consists of eight powerful verses that praise the divine attributes of the goddess and invoke her blessings.
Meaning
The hymn describes Goddess Mahalakshmi as the supreme divine mother who removes all sorrows and brings all kinds of prosperity and well-being. It highlights her symbols like the conch, discus, and mace, signifying her power and protection. The stotra emphasizes devotion to the goddess for attaining spiritual growth, material success, and liberation.
Benefits
- Brings wealth, prosperity, and good fortune
- Removes obstacles and negative influences
- Provides spiritual growth and mental peace
- Grants protection and blessings
- Leads to overall well-being and success
Significance
Shri Mahalakshmi Ashtakam is widely recited during festivals like Diwali and Navratri to invoke the blessings of the Goddess for wealth and prosperity. It is cherished by devotees who seek material and spiritual upliftment through her divine grace.