Shri Rudrashtakam
Devotion, salvation, purity, peace, grace, protection, desire fulfillment
Namamishamishan Nirvanarupam,
Vibhum Vyapakam Brahma Vedasvarupam.
Nijam Nirgunam Nirvikalpam Nirihaṁ,
Chidakashamakashvasam Bhajeham.
Nirakaramomkaramulam Turiyam,
Gira Gyan Gotitamisham Girisham.
Karalam Mahakal Kalam Kripalam,
Gunagar Sansarparam Natoham.
Tusharadri Sankash Gauram Gambhiram,
Manobhut Koti Prabha Shri Shariram.
Sphuranmauli Kallolini Charu Ganga,
Lasadbhalabalendu Kanthe Bhujanga.
Chalatkundalam Bhru Sunetram Vishalam,
Prasannanana Nilakanth Dayalam.
Mrigadhishacharmambaram Mundamalam,
Priyam Shankar Sarvanatham Bhajami.
Prachandam Prakrishtam Pragalbham Paresham,
Akhandam Ajam Bhanukotiprakasham.
Trayah Shul Nirnulanam Shulapanim,
Bhajeham Bhavanipatim Bhavagamyam.
Kalatit Kalyan Kalpantakari,
Sada Sajjananandadata Purari.
Chidanandasandoh Mohapahari,
Prasid Prasid Prabho Manmathari.
Na Yavad Umanath Padaravindam,
Bhajantih Loke Pare Va Naranam.
Na Tavat Sukham Shanti Santapanasham,
Prasid Prabho Sarvabhutadhivasam.
Na Janami Yogam Japam Naiv Pujam,
Natoham Sada Sarvada Shambhu Tubhyam.
Jara Janma Dukhaugh Tatapyamanam,
Prabho Pahi Apannam Ish Shambho.
॥ Shlok ॥
Rudrashtakamidam Proktam Viprena Haratoshaye,
Ye Pathanti Nara Bhaktya Tesham Shambhuh Prasidati.
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About Shri Rudrashtakam
"Shri Rudrashtakam" is a famous eight-verse Sanskrit hymn composed by Sage Tulsidas in the Ramcharitmanas, offered in deep devotion to Lord Shiva (Rudra). It describes the formless, cosmic, compassionate, and powerful attributes of Mahadeva for meditation, spiritual peace, and divine protection.
Detailed Breakdown & Spiritual Significance:
1. Embodiment of Liberation & Brahman: I bow to Lord Ishana, the embodiment of Nirvana, all-pervading, the supreme Brahman, and the essence of the Vedas.
2. Formless & Pure Consciousness: I worship Lord Shiva who is self-existent, devoid of material attributes, free from doubt, desireless, and dwelling in the sky of pure consciousness.
3. Root of Omkara & Lord of Mountains: I bow to the formless Lord, the origin of Omkara, beyond speech, knowledge, and senses, the supreme ruler of all and Lord of Girisha (Himalayas).
4. Formidable Mahakala & Compassionate: I bow to the fierce yet compassionate Lord who is the Lord of Time (Mahakala), the abode of all virtues, and who ferries devotees across the ocean of worldly existence.
5. Snow-white Luster & Divine Form: I worship Him who is white like the snow-capped mountains, deep and profound, possessing the radiant luster of millions of Kamadevas.
6. Ganga & Serpent Adornments: On His head flows the beautiful river Ganga, His forehead is adorned with the crescent moon, and His neck is encircled by sacred serpents.
7. Gracious Form & Neelakantha: Adorned with swinging earrings, beautiful eyebrows, wide merciful eyes, a smiling face, and a blue throat, He is the merciful Lord of all.
8. Tiger Skin & Master of Creation: Wearing tiger skin, a garland of skulls, beloved to all, and the master of the universe—I worship Lord Shankara.
9. Fierce, Unborn & Brilliant: I worship the powerful, supreme, unborn Lord who shines with the brilliance of millions of suns.
10. Destroyer of Threefold Miseries: Armed with the Trident (Trishula) that uproots all three kinds of miseries, I worship the Lord of Goddess Bhavani who is attainable through pure love.
11. Beyond Kalas & Bestower of Joy: Beyond time, bestower of auspiciousness, destroyer of the universe at the end of cycles, conqueror of Tripura, He always grants joy to virtuous souls.
12. Ocean of Bliss & Destroyer of Illusion: Ocean of eternal bliss, destroyer of ignorance and desires, O Lord who conquered Kamadeva, be pleased upon me!
13. Lotus Feet as Supreme Refuge: Until a human worshipping Lord Shiva takes refuge at the lotus feet of Uma's Lord, they will find no true happiness, peace, or freedom from suffering.
14. Surrender & Absolute Refuge: I know no yoga, japa, or elaborate rituals; I simply bow down to You eternally, O Lord Shambhu! Save me from the afflictions of old age, birth, and sorrows.
15. Phalashruti (Fruit of Recitation): This Rudrashtakam was composed by the wise devotee to please Lord Shiva. Whoever recites it with devotion, Lord Shambhu becomes pleased with them.
