Ganesha Ashtakam: श्री गणेश अष्टाकम – Complete Lyrics in Sanskrit

The Ganesha Ashtakam (श्री गणेश अष्टाकम) is a powerful devotional hymn dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles. Composed by Adi Shankaracharya, one of the greatest philosophers and spiritual leaders of India, this prayer is widely recited by devotees across the world to invoke Lord Ganesha’s blessings, especially during the beginning of any new venture or task.

Lyrics of Ganesha Ashtakam in Sanskrit

॥ अथ श्री गणेशाष्टकम् ॥

श्री गणेशाय नमः

सर्वे उचुः।

यतोऽनन्तशक्तेरनन्ताश्च जीवायतो निर्गुणादप्रमेया गुणास्ते।
यतो भाति सर्वं त्रिधा भेदभिन्नंसदा तं गणेशं नमामो भजामः॥1॥

यतश्चाविरासीज्जगत्सर्वमेतत्तथाऽब्जासनोविश्वगो विश्वगोप्ता।
तथेन्द्रादयो देवसङ्घा मनुष्याःसदा तं गणेशं नमामो भजामः॥2॥

यतो वह्निभानू भवो भूर्जलं चयतः सागराश्चन्द्रमा व्योम वायुः।
यतः स्थावरा जङ्गमा वृक्षसङ्घासदा तं गणेशं नमामो भजामः॥3॥

यतो दानवाः किन्नरा यक्षसङ्घायतश्चारणा वारणाः श्वापदाश्च।
यतः पक्षिकीटा यतो वीरूधश्चसदा तं गणेशं नमामो भजामः॥4॥

यतो बुद्धिरज्ञाननाशो मुमुक्षोर्यतःसम्पदो भक्तसन्तोषिकाः स्युः।
यतो विघ्ननाशो यतः कार्यसिद्धिःसदा तं गणेशं नमामो भजामः॥5॥

यतः पुत्रसम्पद्यतो वाञ्छितार्थोयतोऽभक्तविघ्नास्तथाऽनेकरूपाः।
यतः शोकमोहौ यतः काम एवसदा तं गणेशं नमामो भजामः॥6॥

यतोऽनन्तशक्तिः स शेषो बभूवधराधारणेऽनेकरूपे च शक्तः।
यतोऽनेकधा स्वर्गलोका हि नानासदा तं गणेशं नमामो भजामः॥7॥

यतो वेदवाचो विकुण्ठा मनोभिःसदा नेति नेतीति यत्ता गृणन्ति।
परब्रह्मरूपं चिदानन्दभूतंसदा तं गणेशं नमामो भजामः॥8॥

॥ फल श्रुति ॥

श्रीगणेश उवाच।

पुनरूचे गणाधीशःस्तोत्रमेतत्पठेन्नरः।
त्रिसन्ध्यं त्रिदिनं तस्यसर्वं कार्यं भविष्यति॥9॥

यो जपेदष्टदिवसंश्लोकाष्टकमिदं शुभम्।
अष्टवारं चतुर्थ्यां तुसोऽष्टसिद्धिरवानप्नुयात्॥10॥

यः पठेन्मासमात्रं तुदशवारं दिने दिने।
स मोचयेद्वन्धगतंराजवध्यं न संशयः॥11॥

विद्याकामो लभेद्विद्यांपुत्रार्थी पुत्रमाप्नुयात्।
वाञ्छितांल्लभतेसर्वानेकविंशतिवारतः॥12॥

यो जपेत्परया भक्तयागजाननपरो नरः।
एवमुक्तवा ततोदेवश्चान्तर्धानं गतः प्रभुः॥13॥

॥ इति श्रीगणेशपुराणे उपासनाखण्डे श्रीगणेशाष्टकं सम्पूर्णम् ॥

These lyrics are not just a set of words, but a prayer that invokes the supreme power of Lord Ganesha. Each verse praises his various forms and aspects, from his elephant head to his role as the remover of obstacles. As you recite these verses, you align your energy with the divine presence of Lord Ganesha, seeking his blessings for clarity and success in all aspects of life.

How to Recite the Ganesha Ashtakam

To chant the Ganesha Ashtakam, find a quiet space where you can focus your mind and heart. Begin by offering your prayers to Lord Ganesha, and then recite the eight verses with devotion. It is recommended to chant the Ganesha Ashtakam during the Ganesha Chaturthi festival or on any auspicious occasion, though it can be recited at any time to seek blessings.

Conclusion

The Ganesha Ashtakam is a spiritual treasure that offers peace, strength, and success. Its Sanskrit lyrics are not only a tribute to Lord Ganesha but also a tool for spiritual transformation. By chanting this prayer, you can overcome challenges, welcome new beginnings, and invite positivity into your life. Embrace the power of the Ganesha Ashtakam and experience the divine blessings of Lord Ganesha.

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