Ayyappa Dhyana Ashtakam In English
Ayyappa Dhyana Ashtakam is a sacred hymn dedicated to Lord Ayyappa, a revered deity in Hinduism, particularly worshipped in South India. Lord Ayyappa is believed to be the son of Lord Shiva and Mohini (the female form of Lord Vishnu). He is known as Hariharasuta (Son of Hari and Hara), Dharma Shasta, and Manikanta. The famous Sabarimala Temple in Kerala is dedicated to Him, where millions of devotees visit every year, especially during the Mandala Puja season.
The Ayyappa Dhyana Ashtakam is a powerful devotional composition that praises the divine qualities and attributes of Lord Ayyappa. “Dhyana” means meditation, and “Ashtakam” refers to a set of eight verses. This hymn is recited by devotees to invoke Lord Ayyappa’s blessings for spiritual growth, protection, and inner strength.
Ayyappa Dhyana Ashtakam In English
Namaami Dharmashaastaaram Yogapeet’hasthitam Vibhum.
Prasannam Nirmalam Shaantam Satyadharmavratam Bhaje.
Aashyaamakomalavishaalatanum Vichitra-
Vaaso Vasaanamarunotpalavaamahastam.
Uttungaratnamukut’am Kut’ilaagrakesham
Shaastaaramisht’avaradam Sharanam Prapadye.
Hariharashareerajanmaa Marakatamanibhangamechakachchhaayah’.
Vijayatu Devah’ Shaastaa Sakalajagachchittamohineemoortih’.
Paarshvasthaapatyadaaram Vat’avit’apitalanyastasimhaasanastham.
Shyaamam Kaalaambaram Cha Shritakarayugalaadarshachintaamanim Cha.
Shastree Nistrimshabaanaasanavishikhadhri’tam Raktamaalyaanulepam
Vande Shaastaarameed’yam Ghanakut’ilabri’hatkuntalodagramaulim.
Snigdhaaraalavisaarikuntalabharam Simhaasanaadhyaasinam
Sphoorjatpatrasukli’ptakund’alamatheshvishvaasabhri’ddordvayam.
Neelakshaumavasam Naveenajaladashyaamam Prabhaasatyaka-
Svaayatpaarshvayugam Suraktasakalaakalpam Smaredaaryakam.
Kodand’am Sasharam Bhujena Bhujagendraabhogabhaasaa Vahan
Vaamena Kshurikaam Vipakshadalane Pakshena Dakshena Cha.
Kaantyaa Nirjitaneeradah’ Purabhidah’ Kreed’atkiraataakri’teh’
Putro’smaakamanalpanirmalayashaah’ Nirmaatu Sharmaanisham.
Kaal’aambhodakalaabhakomalatanum Baalenduchood’am Vibhum
Baalaarkaayutarochisham Sharalasatkodand’abaanaanvitam.
Veerashreeramanam Ranotsukamishadraktaambubhooshaanjalim
Kaalaaraatisutam Kiraatavapusham Vande Param Daivatam.
Saadhyam Svapaarshvena Vibuddhya Gaad’ham
Nipaatayantam Khalu Saadhakasya.
Paadaabjayormand’adharam Trinetram
Bhajema Shaastaaramabheesht’asiddhyai.
Benefits of Reciting Ayyappa Dhyana Ashtakam
- Spiritual Protection: Shields devotees from negativity and evil influences.
- Inner Peace: Brings calmness, patience, and mental clarity.
- Success and Prosperity: Helps in overcoming obstacles and achieving success in life.
- Devotional Growth: Deepens one’s connection with Lord Ayyappa and strengthens faith.
- Removal of Past Sins: Cleanses the mind and soul from past karma.
- Preparation for Sabarimala Pilgrimage: Reciting this Ashtakam before visiting Sabarimala enhances devotion and spiritual discipline.
How to Chant Ayyappa Dhyana Ashtakam
- Purity of Mind and Body: Take a bath before chanting and maintain a pure state of mind.
- Morning or Evening: It is best to chant early in the morning or during evening prayers.
- With Devotion: Recite with full faith and surrender to Lord Ayyappa.
- Lighting a Lamp: Offer a ghee lamp and incense while chanting for a divine atmosphere.
- Observing Vratham: Devotees preparing for the Sabarimala pilgrimage can include this chant in their daily prayers.
