Jagannathastakam
श्री जगन्नाथाष्टकम्|Śrī Jagannāthāṣṭakam|Eight Verses in Praise of Lord Jagannath
Also known as: Jagannath Ashtakam · Jagannathashtakam · Jagannatha Ashtakam
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कदाचित्कालिन्दीतटविपिनसङ्गीतकरवो मुदा गोपीनारीवदनकमलास्वादमधुपः । रमाशम्भुब्रह्मामरपतिगणेशार्चितपदो जगन्नाथः स्वामी नयनपथगामी भवतु मे ॥ १ ॥ भुजे सव्ये वेणुं शिरसि शिखिपिंछं कटितटे दुकूलं नेत्रान्ते सहचरकटाक्षं विदधते । सदा श्रीमद्वृन्दावनवसतिलीलापरिचयो जगन्नाथः स्वामी नयनपथगामी भवतु मे ॥ २ ॥ महाम्भोधेस्तीरे कनकरुचिरे नीलशिखरे वसन् प्रासादान्तस्सहजबलभद्रेण बलिना । सुभद्रामध्यस्थस्सकलसुरसेवावसरदो जगन्नाथः स्वामी नयनपथगामी भवतु मे ॥ ३ ॥ कृपापारावारास्सजलजलदश्रेणिरुचिरो रमावाणीसौमस्सुरदमलपद्मोद्भवमुखैः । सुरेन्द्रैराराध्यः श्रुतिगणशिखागीतचरितो जगन्नाथः स्वामी नयनपथगामी भवतु मे ॥ ४ ॥ रथारूढो गच्छन् पथि मिलितभूदेवपटलैः स्तुतिप्रादुर्भावं प्रतिपद मुपाकर्ण्य सदयः । दयासिन्धुर्बन्धुस्सकलजगता सिन्धुसुतया जगन्नाथः स्वामी नयनपथगामी भवतु मे ॥ ५ ॥ परब्रह्मापीडः कुवलयदलोत्फुल्लनयनो निवासी नीलाद्रौ निहितचरणोऽनन्तशिरसि । रसानन्दो राधासरसवपुरालिङ्गनसखो जगन्नाथः स्वामी नयनपथगामी भवतु मे ॥ ६ ॥ न वै प्रार्थ्यं राज्यं न च कनकतां भोगविभवं न याचेऽहं रम्यां निखिलजनकाम्यां वरवधूम् । सदा काले काले प्रमथपतिना गीतचरितो जगन्नाथः स्वामी नयनपथगामी भवतु मे ॥ ७ ॥ हर त्वं संसारं द्रुततरमसारं सुरपते हर त्वं पापानां विततिमपरां यादवपते । अहो दीनानाथं निहितमचलं निश्चितपदं जगन्नाथः स्वामी नयनपथगामी भवतु मे ॥ ८ ॥ जगन्नाथाष्टकं पुण्यं यः पठेत् प्रयतः शुचिः । सर्वपापविशुद्धात्मा विष्णुलोकं स गच्छति ॥ ९ ॥
कदाचित्कालिन्दीतटविपिनसङ्गीतकरवो मुदा गोपीनारीवदनकमलास्वादमधुपः । रमाशम्भुब्रह्मामरपतिगणेशार्चितपदो जगन्नाथः स्वामी नयनपथगामी भवतु मे ॥ १ ॥ भुजे सव्ये वेणुं शिरसि शिखिपिंछं कटितटे दुकूलं नेत्रान्ते सहचरकटाक्षं विदधते । सदा श्रीमद्वृन्दावनवसतिलीलापरिचयो जगन्नाथः स्वामी नयनपथगामी भवतु मे ॥ २ ॥ महाम्भोधेस्तीरे कनकरुचिरे नीलशिखरे वसन् प्रासादान्तस्सहजबलभद्रेण बलिना । सुभद्रामध्यस्थस्सकलसुरसेवावसरदो जगन्नाथः स्वामी नयनपथगामी भवतु मे ॥ ३ ॥ कृपापारावारास्सजलजलदश्रेणिरुचिरो रमावाणीसौमस्सुरदमलपद्मोद्भवमुखैः । सुरेन्द्रैराराध्यः श्रुतिगणशिखागीतचरितो जगन्नाथः स्वामी नयनपथगामी भवतु मे ॥ ४ ॥ रथारूढो गच्छन् पथि मिलितभूदेवपटलैः स्तुतिप्रादुर्भावं प्रतिपद मुपाकर्ण्य सदयः । दयासिन्धुर्बन्धुस्सकलजगता सिन्धुसुतया जगन्नाथः स्वामी नयनपथगामी भवतु मे ॥ ५ ॥ परब्रह्मापीडः कुवलयदलोत्फुल्लनयनो निवासी नीलाद्रौ निहितचरणोऽनन्तशिरसि । रसानन्दो राधासरसवपुरालिङ्गनसखो जगन्नाथः स्वामी नयनपथगामी भवतु मे ॥ ६ ॥ न वै प्रार्थ्यं राज्यं न च कनकतां भोगविभवं न याचेऽहं रम्यां निखिलजनकाम्यां वरवधूम् । सदा काले काले प्रमथपतिना गीतचरितो जगन्नाथः स्वामी नयनपथगामी भवतु मे ॥ ७ ॥ हर त्वं संसारं द्रुततरमसारं सुरपते हर त्वं पापानां विततिमपरां यादवपते । अहो दीनानाथं निहितमचलं निश्चितपदं जगन्नाथः स्वामी नयनपथगामी भवतु मे ॥ ८ ॥ जगन्नाथाष्टकं पुण्यं यः पठेत् प्रयतः शुचिः । सर्वपापविशुद्धात्मा विष्णुलोकं स गच्छति ॥ ९ ॥
Sometimes, on the banks of the Yamuna, in the forest groves, He creates melodious music. He is like a bumblebee tasting the lotus-like faces of the joyful Gopi women. His feet are worshipped by Lakshmi, Shiva, Brahma, Indra, and Ganesha. May that Lord Jagannath be the object of my vision. (1) In His left hand, He holds a flute; on His head, He wears peacock feathers; on His hips, fine silken cloth. From the corners of His eyes, He casts sidelong glances at His companions. Always revealing His pastimes in the divine abode of Vrindavan, May that Lord Jagannath be the object of my vision. (2) Residing on the shore of the great ocean, on the beautiful golden Nilachala Hill, within the temple. He is accompanied by His powerful brother Balabhadra, with Subhadra in the middle. He grants the opportunity for service to all demigods. May that Lord Jagannath be the object of my vision. (3) He is an ocean of mercy, beautiful like a row of dark rain clouds. He is the source of joy for Lakshmi and Saraswati, His face like a spotless, fully bloomed lotus. He is worshipped by the best of demigods, and His glories are sung by the Upanishads. May that Lord Jagannath be the object of my vision. (4) As He rides on His chariot, proceeding along the path, He compassionately listens at every step. To the outpouring of praises from the assembled Brahmanas. He is an ocean of compassion, the friend of all worlds, accompanied by the daughter of the ocean (Lakshmi). May that Lord Jagannath be the object of my vision. (5) He is the crown jewel of the Supreme Brahman, His eyes wide like fully bloomed blue lotus petals. Residing on Nilachala, His feet placed on the head of Ananta (Shesha). He is immersed in the bliss of divine love, a companion in embracing Radha's loving form. May that Lord Jagannath be the object of my vision. (6) I do not pray for a kingdom, nor for gold, jewels, or wealth. Nor do I ask for a beautiful wife desired by all people. My only prayer is that Sri Jagannathadeva, whose splendid glories are always sung by Shiva, Be the constant object of my vision. (7) O Lord of the demigods, quickly remove this worthless worldly existence. O Lord of the Yadus, destroy this boundless multitude of my sins. Ah, He has surely placed His unwavering feet upon the fallen and the shelterless. May that Lord Jagannath be the object of my vision. (8) The virtuous and pure soul who recites this sacred Jagannathastakam. Becomes cleansed of all sins and attains the abode of Vishnu. (9)
The translation aims for a literal yet poetic rendition of the Sanskrit, preserving the devotional sentiment and imagery. Special attention is given to maintaining stanza breaks.
The Śrī Jagannāthāṣṭakam is a revered Sanskrit devotional hymn composed by the illustrious 8th-century CE philosopher and theologian, Adi Shankaracharya. Shankaracharya, the principal exponent of the Advaita Vedanta school of Hindu philosophy, is celebrated for his extensive travels across India, establishing monastic centers (mathas) and composing numerous hymns (stotrams) to various deities, thereby revitalizing the Sanatana Dharma. He visited Puri, Odisha, where he established the Govardhan Math, one of the four cardinal monastic institutions. It is during this visit that he is believed to have composed the Jagannathastakam, expressing his profound devotion to Lord Jagannath, the presiding deity of Puri. The hymn beautifully describes Lord Jagannath's divine attributes, his pastimes in Vrindavan, and his majestic presence in Puri, often associating him with Krishna. Culturally, the Jagannathastakam holds immense significance, particularly in Odisha and among Vaishnava traditions worldwide. It is regularly recited as part of daily prayers and during major festivals associated with Lord Jagannath, such as the world-famous Ratha Yatra (Chariot Festival), Snana Yatra (Bathing Festival), and Chandana Yatra. The hymn encapsulates the essence of Bhakti (devotion) and surrender, emphasizing the Lord's mercy and his role as the remover of sins and bestower of liberation. Its recitation is believed to purify the heart and lead the devotee to Vishnuloka, the abode of Lord Vishnu. In terms of performance, the Jagannathastakam is primarily a chanted or sung hymn. It is commonly recited individually by devotees during their personal worship or collectively in temples and spiritual gatherings. While no specific instruments are strictly mandated, it can be accompanied by traditional Indian instruments like harmonium, tabla, and kartals in a kirtan or bhajan style. The hymn's melodic structure lends itself to various devotional singing styles, making it accessible to a wide audience. It is a staple in the devotional repertoire of many Hindu traditions, especially those with a strong connection to Lord Jagannath, such as the Gaudiya Vaishnavas, who revere Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu's ecstatic recitation of this very hymn. Today, the Jagannathastakam continues to be a cornerstone of devotional practice, symbolizing the enduring spiritual legacy of Adi Shankaracharya and the timeless appeal of Lord Jagannath. Its verses offer a profound meditation on the divine, fostering a sense of connection, peace, and spiritual aspiration. Efforts for its preservation involve its continued teaching, recitation in temples, publication in devotional literature, and digital archiving, ensuring that future generations can access and benefit from this sacred composition. It remains a powerful expression of devotion, transcending sectarian boundaries and uniting devotees in their love for the Lord of the Universe.
Historical Background
Composed by Adi Shankaracharya (c. 8th-9th century CE) during his visit to Puri, Odisha. He established the Govardhan Math in Puri, one of the four cardinal monastic centers of Advaita Vedanta. The hymn gained further prominence through its recitation by Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu (15th-16th century CE), a central figure in the Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition, during his stay in Puri.
Cultural Significance
The Jagannathastakam is a profound expression of devotion to Lord Jagannath, symbolizing the universal and inclusive nature of the deity. It reinforces the spiritual connection between the devotee and the Lord, particularly in the context of Puri's rich spiritual heritage. Its continued recitation helps preserve Sanskrit language and traditional Hindu devotional practices, inspiring countless devotees to seek spiritual purification and liberation.
Usage & Performance Context
Recited daily by devotees, chanted in temples, especially during morning and evening rituals (Mangala Arati, Sandhya Arati). Prominently featured during major festivals like Ratha Yatra, Snana Yatra, and Chandana Yatra in Puri. Used for personal meditation and communal singing.
श्री जगन्नाथाष्टकम् आदि शंकराचार्य द्वारा रचित एक अत्यंत पूजनीय संस्कृत भक्ति स्तोत्र है, जिनकी रचना 8वीं शताब्दी ईस्वी में हुई थी। आदि शंकराचार्य, जो अद्वैत वेदांत दर्शन के प्रमुख प्रतिपादक थे, भारत भर में मठों की स्थापना और विभिन्न देवी-देवताओं को समर्पित स्तोत्रों की रचना के लिए प्रसिद्ध हैं, जिससे सनातन धर्म का पुनरुत्थान हुआ। उन्होंने ओडिशा के पुरी का दौरा किया, जहाँ उन्होंने चार प्रमुख मठों में से एक, गोवर्धन मठ की स्थापना की। माना जाता है कि इसी यात्रा के दौरान उन्होंने पुरी के अधिष्ठाता देवता भगवान जगन्नाथ के प्रति अपनी गहरी भक्ति व्यक्त करते हुए जगन्नाथाष्टकम् की रचना की थी। यह स्तोत्र भगवान जगन्नाथ के दिव्य गुणों, वृंदावन में उनकी लीलाओं और पुरी में उनकी राजसी उपस्थिति का सुंदर वर्णन करता है, अक्सर उन्हें भगवान कृष्ण से जोड़ता है। सांस्कृतिक रूप से, जगन्नाथाष्टकम् का विशेष महत्व है, खासकर ओडिशा में और दुनिया भर की वैष्णव परंपराओं में। इसका नियमित रूप से दैनिक पूजा के हिस्से के रूप में और भगवान जगन्नाथ से जुड़े प्रमुख त्योहारों, जैसे विश्व प्रसिद्ध रथ यात्रा, स्नान यात्रा और चंदन यात्रा के दौरान पाठ किया जाता है। यह स्तोत्र भक्ति और शरणागति के सार को समाहित करता है, भगवान की कृपा और पापों को दूर करने तथा मोक्ष प्रदान करने वाले के रूप में उनकी भूमिका पर जोर देता है। ऐसा माना जाता है कि इसके पाठ से हृदय शुद्ध होता है और भक्त भगवान विष्णु के निवास स्थान विष्णुलोक को प्राप्त करता है। प्रदर्शन के संदर्भ में, जगन्नाथाष्टकम् मुख्य रूप से एक मंत्र या गाया जाने वाला भजन है। इसका पाठ आमतौर पर भक्त व्यक्तिगत पूजा के दौरान या मंदिरों और आध्यात्मिक सभाओं में सामूहिक रूप से करते हैं। यद्यपि कोई विशेष वाद्ययंत्र अनिवार्य नहीं हैं, इसे कीर्तन या भजन शैली में हारमोनियम, तबला और करताल जैसे पारंपरिक भारतीय वाद्ययंत्रों के साथ गाया जा सकता है। इस स्तोत्र की मधुर संरचना विभिन्न भक्ति गायन शैलियों के लिए उपयुक्त है, जिससे यह व्यापक दर्शकों के लिए सुलभ हो जाता है। यह कई हिंदू परंपराओं के भक्ति प्रदर्शनों की सूची में एक मुख्य आधार है, विशेष रूप से भगवान जगन्नाथ से गहरे संबंध रखने वालों के लिए, जैसे गौड़ीय वैष्णव, जो श्री चैतन्य महाप्रभु द्वारा इस भजन के भावपूर्ण पाठ का सम्मान करते हैं। आज भी, जगन्नाथाष्टकम् भक्ति साधना का एक महत्वपूर्ण आधार बना हुआ है, जो आदि शंकराचार्य की स्थायी आध्यात्मिक विरासत और भगवान जगन्नाथ की शाश्वत अपील का प्रतीक है। इसके श्लोक दिव्य पर एक गहन ध्यान प्रदान करते हैं, जिससे संबंध, शांति और आध्यात्मिक आकांक्षा की भावना बढ़ती है। इसके संरक्षण के प्रयासों में इसका निरंतर शिक्षण, मंदिरों में पाठ, भक्ति साहित्य में प्रकाशन और डिजिटल संग्रह शामिल हैं, यह सुनिश्चित करते हुए कि आने वाली पीढ़ियां इस पवित्र रचना तक पहुंच सकें और इससे लाभ उठा सकें। यह भक्ति की एक शक्तिशाली अभिव्यक्ति बनी हुई है, जो सांप्रदायिक सीमाओं को पार करती है और भक्तों को ब्रह्मांड के भगवान के प्रति उनके प्रेम में एकजुट करती है।
Who composed the Jagannathastakam?
The Jagannathastakam was composed by the revered 8th-century CE Indian philosopher and theologian, Adi Shankaracharya, the principal proponent of Advaita Vedanta.
What is the significance of Jagannathastakam?
This hymn expresses profound devotion to Lord Jagannath, describing his divine attributes and pastimes. Its recitation is believed to purify sins, grant spiritual merit, and lead the devotee to Vishnuloka (the abode of Vishnu).
When is Jagannathastakam typically recited?
Jagannathastakam is recited daily by devotees during personal worship and chanted in temples, especially during morning and evening rituals. It is also prominently featured during major festivals like Ratha Yatra in Puri.
Where is Lord Jagannath primarily worshipped?
Lord Jagannath is primarily worshipped in the Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha, India. This temple is one of the four sacred Char Dham pilgrimage sites in Hinduism.
Are there other important figures associated with Jagannathastakam?
Yes, Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, a 15th-16th century saint and founder of Gaudiya Vaishnavism, is known to have ecstatically recited the Jagannathastakam during his time in Puri, further popularizing its devotional appeal.
Region
Odisha, India
Language
Sanskrit (Devanagari)
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