The Ganesh Stotram, also known as Sankata Nashanam Ganapati Stotram, is a revered prayer dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the god of new beginnings. Originating from the Narada Purana, this stotram is believed to eliminate problems and bestow blessings upon those who recite it with devotion. This article delves into the lyrics of the Ganesh Stotram in Sanskrit, provides an English translation, and explores its profound meaning and benefits.
The Sankata Nashanam Ganapati Stotram is a powerful prayer dedicated to Lord Ganesha. It is believed that chanting this stotram daily can free a person from all kinds of impediments and sorrows. Sage Narada explains the magnificence of Lord Ganesh in this stotram, emphasizing the importance of worshiping Him to achieve longevity and overcome challenges.
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The Lyrics and Meaning
The Ganesh Stotram consists of eight verses, each praising Lord Ganesha and highlighting the benefits of reciting His names. Here's a breakdown of the verses with their meanings:
Verse 1:
Sanskrit: प्रणम्य शिरसा देवं गौरीपुत्र विनायकम् ।
भक्तावासं स्मरेन्नित्यायुष्कामार्थसिद्धये ॥१॥
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English Translation: Prannamya Shirasaa Devam Gaurii-Putra Vinaayakam |
Bhakta-[A]avaasam Smaren-Nitya-[A]ayuss-Kaama-Artha-Siddhaye ||1||
Meaning: I Reverentially Bow down to Sri Ganesha, Who is the Deva to be Saluted first by bowing the Head, Who is the Son of Gauri, and Who is Vinayaka, Who is the Abode of the Devotees, and Who should be Remembered always for accomplishing Long Life, Health, Fulfillment of Desires and Objectives of Life.
Verse 2:
Sanskrit: प्रथमं वक्रतुण्डं च एकदन्तं द्वितीयकम् ।
तृतीयं कृष्णपिङ्गाक्षं गजवक्त्रं चतुर्थकम् ॥२॥
English Translation: Prathamam Vakra-Tunnddam Ca Eka-Dantam Dvitiiyakam |
Trtiiyam Krssnna-Pingga-Akssam Gaja-Vaktram Caturthakam ||2||
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Meaning: I Reverentially Bow down to Sri Ganesha Whose Twelve Names are as follows: First He is known as Vakratunda (literally means with Curved Trunk) and Second He is known as Ekadanta (literally means with a Single Tusk), Third He is known as Krishnapingaksha (literally means with Dark Brown Eyes) and Fourth He is known as Gajavaktra (literally means with an Elephant Face).
Verse 3:
Sanskrit: लम्बोदरं पञ्चमं च षष्ठं विकटमेव च ।
सप्तमं विघ्नराजं च धूम्रवर्ण तथाष्टमम् ॥३॥
English Translation: Lambo[a-U]daram Pan.camam Ca Ssassttham Vikattam-Eva Ca |
Saptamam Vighna-Raajam Ca Dhuumra-Varnna Tatha(a-A)assttamam ||3||
Meaning: Fifth, He is known as Lambodara (literally means with a Large Belly) and Sixth He is known as Vikata (literally means with a Huge Body), Seventh He is known as Vighnaraja (literally means the best in [removing] Obstacles) and Eighth He is known as Dhumravarna (literally means Dark or Grey-Coloured).
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Verse 4:
Sanskrit: नवमं भालचन्द्रं च दशमं तु विनायकम् ।
एकादशं गणपतिं द्वादशं तु गजाननम् ॥४॥
English Translation: Navamam Bhaala-Candram Ca Dashamam Tu Vinaayakam |
Ekaadasham Gannapatim Dvaadasham Tu Gaja-(A)ananam ||4||
Meaning: Ninth He is known as Bhalachandra (literally means with moon on the Forehead) and Tenth He is known as Vinayaka (literally means the remover [of Obstacles] ), Eleventh He is known as Ganapati (literally means the Chief of Ganas or Celestial Attendants) and Twelfth He is known as Gajanana (literally means with an Elephant Face).
Verse 5:
Sanskrit: द्वादशैतानि नामानि त्रिसन्ध्यं यः पठेन्नरः ।
न च विघ्नभयं तस्य सर्वसिद्धिश्च जायते ॥५॥
English Translation: Dvaadashai[a-E]taani Naamaani Tri-Sandhyam Yah Patthen-Narah |
Na Ca Vighna-Bhayam Tasya Sarva-Siddhish-Ca Jaayate ||5||
Meaning: He Who recites these Twelve Names of Sri Ganesha during the three junctions of the day (Dawn, Noon and Evening), To him, there will be no Fear of Obstacles and all accomplishments will happen (by the Grace of Sri Ganesha).
Verse 6:
Sanskrit: विद्यार्थी लभते विद्यां धनार्थी लभते धनम् ।
पुत्रार्थी लभते पुत्रान्मोक्षार्थी लभते गतिम् ॥६॥
English Translation: Vidya[a]-Arthii Labhate Vidyaam Dhana-Arthii Labhate Dhanam |
Putra-Arthii Labhate Putraan-Mokssa-Arthii Labhate Gatim ||6||
Meaning: By reciting Whose Twelve Names the seekers of Knowledge will obtain Knowledge and the seekers of Wealth will obtain Wealth, The seekers of Son will obtain Son and the seekers of Moksha (Liberation) will obtain that state.
Verse 7:
Sanskrit: जपेद् गणपतिस्तोत्रं षड्भिर्मासैः फलं लभेत् ।
संवत्सरेण सिद्धिं च लभते नात्र संशयः ॥७॥
English Translation: Japed Gannapati-Stotram Ssaddbhir-Maasaih Phalam Labhet |
Samvatsarenna Siddhim Ca Labhate Na-Atra Samshayah ||7||
Meaning: By reciting this Hymn of Sri Ganapati for six months, one will start getting the fruits, And by reciting for one year, one will obtain the desired result, there is no doubt in this.
Verse 8:
Sanskrit: अष्टाभ्यो ब्राह्मणेभ्यश्च लिखित्वा यः समर्पयेत् ।
तस्य विद्या भवेत्सर्वा गणेशस्य प्रसादतः ॥८॥
English Translation: Assttaabhyo Braahmannebhyash-Ca Likhitvaa Yah Samarpayet |
Tasya Vidyaa Bhavet-Sarvaa Ganneshasya Prasaadatah ||8||
Meaning: He who offers this Hymn to eight Brahmins after writing this, all his knowledge will be blessed by the grace of Ganesha.
Lord Ganesha’s different names should be called out including Vakratund, Ekdant, Krishna Pingaksh, Gajvakra, Lambodar, Chata Vikat, Vighna Rajendra, Dhumravarna, Bhalchandra, Vinayak, Ganpati etc. These twelve names should be worshiped in all three time periods of the day. This frees a person from any sort of fear.
Benefits of Reciting the Ganesh Stotram
Reciting the Ganesh Stotram is considered highly beneficial. Here are some of the advantages:
- Removal of Obstacles: It helps in overcoming challenges and obstacles in life.
- Fulfillment of Desires: It aids in fulfilling one's desires and wishes.
- Acquisition of Knowledge: Seekers of knowledge can attain wisdom and understanding.
- Attainment of Wealth: Those seeking prosperity can gain wealth and abundance.
- Blessings of Progeny: Couples desiring children can be blessed with offspring.
- Path to Liberation: It guides individuals on the path to Moksha or liberation.
How to Recite the Ganesh Stotram
To maximize the benefits of the Ganesh Stotram, consider the following guidelines:
- Timing: Recite the stotram during the three junctions of the day - dawn, noon, and evening.
- Cleanliness: Ensure you are clean in body and mind before reciting.
- Devotion: Recite with utmost devotion and faith in Lord Ganesha.
- Regularity: Make it a daily practice for best results.
The Significance of Lord Ganesha
Lord Ganesha is revered as the embodiment of wisdom, prosperity, and good fortune. He is the first deity worshiped before any new endeavor, ensuring success and removing any potential obstacles. His worship fulfills all desires. A person looking for money becomes rich, a person looking for knowledge acquires it and a person looking for salvation attains it.
It is believed that this stotram starts providing results within six months.