Shiva Shakti Kruta Ganadhisha Stotram
The Shiva Shakti Kruta Ganadhisha Stotram is a sacred Sanskrit hymn dedicated to Lord Ganesha, one of the most revered deities in Hinduism, known as the remover of obstacles and the god of beginnings. This stotram (hymn of praise) is unique because it is believed to have been composed or uttered by Lord Shiva and Goddess Shakti together, as indicated by the phrase “Shiva Shakti Kruta” The stotram is part of the rich tradition of devotional literature in Hinduism, often chanted during Ganesha worship, particularly on occasions like Ganesh Chaturthi, Sankashti Chaturthi, or during daily prayers.
Shiva Shakti Kruta Ganadhisha Stotram
śrīśaktiśivāvūcatuḥ |
namastē gaṇanāthāya gaṇānāṁ patayē namaḥ |
bhaktipriyāya dēvēśa bhaktēbhyaḥ sukhadāyaka || 1 ||
svānandavāsinē tubhyaṁ siddhibuddhivarāya ca |
nābhiśēṣāya dēvāya ḍhuṇḍhirājāya tē namaḥ || 2 ||
varadābhayahastāya namaḥ paraśudhāriṇē |
namastē sr̥ṇihastāya nābhiśēṣāya tē namaḥ || 3 ||
anāmayāya sarvāya sarvapūjyāya tē namaḥ |
saguṇāya namastubhyaṁ brahmaṇē nirguṇāya ca || 4 ||
brahmabhyō brahmadātrē ca gajānana namō:stu tē |
jyēṣṭhāya cādipūjyāya jyēṣṭharājāya tē namaḥ || 5 ||
mātrē pitrē ca sarvēṣāṁ hērambāya namō namaḥ |
anādayē ca vighnēśa vighnakartrē namō namaḥ || 6 ||
vighnahartrē svabhaktānāṁ lambōdara namō:stu tē |
tvadīyabhaktiyōgēna yōgīśāḥ śāntimāgatāḥ || 7 ||
kiṁ stuvō yōgarūpaṁ taṁ praṇamāvaśca vighnapa |
tēna tuṣṭō bhava svāminnityuktvā taṁ praṇēmatuḥ || 8 ||
tāvutthāpya gaṇādhīśa uvāca tau mahēśvarau |
śrīgaṇēśa uvāca |
bhavatkr̥tamidaṁ stōtraṁ mama bhaktivivardhanam || 9 ||
bhaviṣyati ca saukhyasya paṭhatē śr̥ṇvatē pradam |
bhuktimuktipradaṁ caiva putrapautrādikaṁ tathā |
dhanadhānyādikaṁ sarvaṁ labhatē tēna niścitam || 10 ||
iti śivaśaktikr̥taṁ śrīgaṇādhīśastōtraṁ sampūrṇam |
The Shiva Shakti Kruta Ganadhisha Stotram is found in various traditional texts and compilations of Ganesha stotras, such as the Ganesha Stotra Nidhi and other Puranic or Tantric sources. The attribution to Shiva and Shakti underscores the unity of masculine and feminine divine energies in the creation of this hymn, symbolizing the balance of power (Shakti) and consciousness (Shiva). This collaboration emphasizes Ganesha’s supreme position as the firstborn of Shiva and Shakti (Parvati), revered as the leader of the Ganas (divine attendants of Shiva).
The stotram is typically presented in Sanskrit with transliterations and translations available in various languages, including English, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Hindi, to make it accessible to devotees worldwide.
Significance and Benefits
The Shiva Shakti Kruta Ganadhisha Stotram holds immense spiritual and practical significance for devotees. Its recitation is believed to confer the following benefits:
- Removal of Obstacles: As Ganesha is Vighnaharta (remover of obstacles), chanting this stotram helps clear hurdles in personal, professional, and spiritual endeavors.
- Granting Wisdom and Success: Ganesha’s association with Siddhi (success) and Buddhi (intellect) makes this hymn ideal for students, professionals, and seekers of knowledge.
- Spiritual Upliftment: The stotram’s focus on Ganesha’s transcendental nature aids in meditation and spiritual growth, leading to inner peace.
- Divine Protection: Invoking Ganesha’s protective qualities ensures safety from negative energies and adversities.
- Harmony and Prosperity: The hymn fosters harmony in relationships and attracts prosperity by aligning the devotee with divine energies.
- Connection with Shiva and Shakti: As a hymn attributed to Shiva and Shakti, it strengthens the devotee’s connection to the divine couple and their son, Ganesha.
The stotram is particularly potent when chanted with devotion, especially during Pradosh Kaal, early mornings, or during Ganesha-centric festivals.
