Shree Maha Ganesha Pancharatnam
Sree Maha Ganesha Pancharatnam is a highly revered Sanskrit stotra composed by the great Hindu philosopher and saint, Adi Shankaracharya. It is a powerful devotional hymn dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the deity of wisdom, intellect, and success. The name Pancharatnam means “Five Jewels,” referring to the five verses in the hymn, each of which is considered a spiritual gem filled with deep meaning and divine energy.
Significance and Purpose
This hymn is recited by devotees to seek Lord Ganesha’s blessings for success, wisdom, and the removal of obstacles in life. The stotra is known for its lyrical beauty and profound meaning, and it is often chanted during Ganesh Chaturthi, daily prayers, and before the commencement of any important work or endeavor.
Benefits of Chanting Sree Maha Ganesha Pancharatnam
Chanting Sree Maha Ganesha Pancharatnam regularly is believed to bring several spiritual and material benefits:
✔ Removes obstacles and hardships in life.
✔ Enhances wisdom, intellect, and clarity of thought.
✔ Brings prosperity, success, and peace.
✔ Strengthens devotion and spiritual connection with Lord Ganesha.
✔ Purifies the mind and removes negative energies.
Sree Maha Ganesha Pancharatnam In English
mudākarātta mōdakaṃ sadā vimukti sādhakam ।
kaḻādharāvataṃsakaṃ vilāsilōka rakṣakam ।
anāyakaika nāyakaṃ vināśitēbha daityakam ।
natāśubhāśu nāśakaṃ namāmi taṃ vināyakam ॥ 1 ॥
natētarāti bhīkaraṃ navōditārka bhāsvaram ।
namatsurāri nirjaraṃ natādhikāpadudḍharam ।
surēśvaraṃ nidhīśvaraṃ gajēśvaraṃ gaṇēśvaram ।
mahēśvaraṃ tamāśrayē parātparaṃ nirantaram ॥ 2 ॥
samasta lōka śaṅkaraṃ nirasta daitya kuñjaram ।
darētarōdaraṃ varaṃ varēbha vaktramakṣaram ।
kṛpākaraṃ kṣamākaraṃ mudākaraṃ yaśaskaram ।
manaskaraṃ namaskṛtāṃ namaskarōmi bhāsvaram ॥ 3 ॥
akiñchanārti mārjanaṃ chirantanōkti bhājanam ।
purāri pūrva nandanaṃ surāri garva charvaṇam ।
prapañcha nāśa bhīṣaṇaṃ dhanañjayādi bhūṣaṇam ।
kapōla dānavāraṇaṃ bhajē purāṇa vāraṇam ॥ 4 ॥
nitānta kānti danta kānti manta kānti kātmajam ।
achintya rūpamanta hīna mantarāya kṛntanam ।
hṛdantarē nirantaraṃ vasantamēva yōginām ।
tamēkadantamēva taṃ vichintayāmi santatam ॥ 5 ॥
mahāgaṇēśa pañcharatnamādarēṇa yō’nvaham ।
prajalpati prabhātakē hṛdi smaran gaṇēśvaram ।
arōgatāmadōṣatāṃ susāhitīṃ suputratām ।
samāhitāyu raṣṭabhūti mabhyupaiti sō’chirāt ॥ 6 ॥
Sree Maha Ganesha Pancharatnam is a powerful hymn that encapsulates the glory and divine grace of Lord Ganesha. Its poetic beauty, deep meaning, and spiritual significance make it a cherished prayer for devotees.
