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Introduction to Narayana Stotram
Narayana Stotram is one of the most powerful and melodious devotional stotrams in praise of Sri Narayana (Sri Maha Vishnu), the Supreme Protector and Sustainer of the Universe.
Composed by Jagadguru Sri Adi Sankaracharya, this sacred stotram beautifully glorifies Divine incarnations and qualities of Sri Narayana with a focus on His heroic deeds in Sri Rama and Sri Krishna avataras.
Regular listening or chanting of Narayana Stotram cleanses the past karmic impurities, removes worldly distress and provides everlasting peace, success and spiritual harmony in our homes. It fills the mind with divine energy and develops unwavering faith in the Supreme Being. Ultimately it gives divine protection.
- Stotram Name: Narayana Stotram
- Deity: Sri Narayana (Sri Maha Vishnu)
- Language: Sanskrit
- Traditional Attribution: Sri Adi Sankaracharya
- Theme: In praise of Sri Narayana
- Benefits of Chanting: Peace, devotion, divine protection, spiritual elevation
- Ideal Time to Chant: Mornings or Evenings
Who is Narayana?
Narayana is the Ultimate Cosmic Energy, the Supreme Sustainer and Protector of the Universe. The name "Narayana" is a combination of two Sanskrit words Nara (water / ocean) and ayana (the ultimate resting place). Thus, Narayana means "the One who rests in the Ocean waters."
In Hindu scriptures, Narayana is one of the 1000 names of Sri Maha Vishnu, who incarnates on Earth whenever righteousness declines. Narayana is worshipped to seek divine protection, peace, prosperity, and spiritual liberation.
A Sacred Shield for the Modern Era: Narayana Stotram is not merely a devotional stotram, but is a distinct shield composed by Sri Adi Sankaracharya to protect the mind from modern chaos. Its rhythmic chanting acts as a cosmic purifier that removes negative energy, calms down the central nervous system, and invokes divine protection.
Narayana Stotram Lyrics in Telugu
నారాయణ నారాయణ జయ గోవింద హరే.
నారాయణ నారాయణ జయ గోపాల హరే ॥ 1 ॥
కరుణా పారావార వరుణాలయ గంభీర నారాయణ.
నవనీరద సంకాశ కృత కలికల్మష నాశన నారాయణ ॥ 2 ॥
యమునా తీర విహార ధృత కౌస్తుభ మణిహార నారాయణ.
పీతాంబర పరిధాన సుర కల్యాణనిధాన నారాయణ ॥ 3 ॥
మంజుల గుంజాభూష మాయా మానుష వేష నారాయణ.
రాధాధర మధురసిక రజనీకర కులతిలక నారాయణ ॥ 4 ॥
మురళీగాన వినోద వేదస్తుత భూపాద నారాయణ.
వారిజ భూషా భరణ రాజీవ రుక్మిణి రమణ నారాయణ ॥ 5 ॥
(బర్హి నిబర్హాపీడ నటనాటక ఫణిక్రీడ నారాయణ ॥)
జలరుహ దళనిభ నేత్ర జగదారంభక సూత్ర నారాయణ.
పాతక రజనీ సంహార కరుణాలయ మాముద్ధర నారాయణ ॥ 6 ॥
అఘబకక్షయ కంసారే కేశవ కృష్ణ మురారే నారాయణ.
హాటకనిభ పీతాంబర అభయం కురుమే మావర నారాయణ ॥ 7 ॥
దశరథరాజకుమార దానవమద సంహార నారాయణ.
గోవర్ధనగిరి రమణ గోపీమానస హరణ నారాయణ ॥ 8 ॥
సరయూతీర విహార సజ్జన ఋషిమందార నారాయణ.
విశ్వామిత్ర మఖత్ర వివిధ పరాసు చరిత్ర నారాయణ ॥ 9 ॥
ధ్వజ వజ్రాంకుశపాద ధరణీసుత సహమోద నారాయణ.
జనకసుతా ప్రతిపాల జయ జయ సంస్మృతిలీల నారాయణ ॥ 10 ॥
దశరథ వాగ్ధృతిభార దండక వనసంచార నారాయణ.
ముష్టిక చాణూర సంహార ముని మానసంహార నారాయణ ॥ 11 ॥
వాలి నిగ్రహ శౌర్య వర సుగ్రీవ హితార్య నారాయణ.
మాం మురళీకర ధీవర పాలయ పాలయ శ్రీధర నారాయణ ॥ 12 ॥
జలనిధి బంధన ధీర రావణ కంఠవిదారణ నారాయణ.
తాటక మర్దన రామ నటగుణ వివిధ ధనాఢ్య నారాయణ ॥ 13 ॥
గౌతమపత్నీ పూజన కరుణా ఘనావ లోకన నారాయణ.
సంభ్రమ సీతాహార సాకేతపుర విహార నారాయణ ॥ 14 ॥
అచలోద్ధృత చంచత్కర భక్తానుగ్రహ తత్పర నారాయణ |
నైగమ గానవినోద రక్షిత సుప్రహ్లాద నారాయణ ॥ 15 ॥
ఇతి శ్రీమచ్ఛంకరాచార్య విరచిత నారాయణ స్తోత్రం సంపూర్ణం ॥
Narayana Stotram Lyrics in English
Nārāyaṇa Nārāyaṇa Jaya Gōvinda Harē.
Nārāyaṇa Nārāyaṇa Jaya Gōpāla Harē ॥ 1 ॥
Meaning: Victory to Sri Narayana, who manifests as Sri Govinda, the Protector of the world and Sri Gopala, the Protector of the cows.
Karuṇāpārāvāra Varuṇālaya Gambhīra Nārāyaṇa.
Navaneerada Samkaasa Kruta Kalikalmasha naasa Narayana ॥ 2 ॥
Meaning: The one whose infinite mercy is like the majestic depth of the boundless ocean is Narayana. The dark complexioned one who is the destroyer of the sins of the Kali Yuga is Narayana.
Yamunateera Vihara Dhruta Koustumbhamani haara Narayana.
Peetambara Paridhaana Surakalyana Nidhana Narayana ॥ 3 ॥
Meaning: The one who played along the banks of the River Yamuna and wears the chain made of the Kaustubha gem is Narayana. The one who is beautifully dressed in yellow silk garments and looks after the well-being for the Suras (Devatas) is Narayana.
Manjula Kunjaabhoosha Maaya Maanusha vesha Narayana.
Raadhadhara Madhurasika Rajanikara Kulatilaka Narayana ॥ 4 ॥
Meaning: The one who is adorned with lovely garlands of Gunja flowers and is in a human form through Your illusory powers is Narayana. The one who enjoys the sweet love of Radha and shines like the jewel of lunar dynasty, is Narayana.
Muraligaana Vinoda Vedastuta Bhoopada Narayana.
Vaarija Bhooshabharana Rajeeva Rukmini Ramana Narayana ॥ 5 ॥
Meaning: The one who enjoys playing the divine flute and whose holy feet are praised by the Vedas is Narayana. The one who is adored by the Rukmini Devi (the incarnation of Lotus-seated Lakshmi Devi), is Naryana.
Jalaruha Dalanibha Netra Jagadaarambhaka Sootra Narayana.
Paataka Rajanisamhaara Karunaalaya Maamudhara Narayana ॥ 6 ॥
Meaning: The one whose eyes are like lotus petals and the one who is the main string of the creation for this Universe is Narayana. The one who is the destroyer of the sins and the one whose mercy is on us is Narayana.
Aghabakshaya Kamsaare Kesava Krushna Muraare Narayana.
Haataka Nibha Peetambara Abhayam Kurume Maavaara Narayana ॥ 7 ॥
Meaning: He who is the slayer of demons Aghasura, Bakasura and Kamsa is the Supreme Keshava, Krishna, and Murari is Narayana. Narayana, He who dressed in golden yellow silk cloth, shower your blessings on us.
Dasaradha Raajakumaara Daanavamada Samhaara Narayana.
Govardhana Giri Ramana Gopi Maanasa Harana Narayana ॥ 8 ॥
Meaning: He who incarnated as the prince of King Dasaratha and He who slayed the arrogance of demons is Naryana. The one who lifted the Govardhana Mountain and captivated the minds of the Gopis, is Narayana.
Sarayuteera Vihara Sajjana Rushi (Muni) Mandara Narayana.
Viswamitra Makhatra Vividha Paraasu Charitra Narayana ॥ 9 ॥
Meaning: The one who strolled along the banks of River Sarayu River and fulfilled the wishes of holy sages, is Naryana. The one who protected the Yagna (sacrifice) of Sage Vishwamitra is Narayana.
Dhwaja Vajraamkusa Paada Dharanisuta Sahamoda Narayana.
Janakasuta Pratipaala Jaya Jaya Samskruta Leela Narayana ॥ 10 ॥
Meaning: Narayana!, whose feet bear the markings of a flag and thunderbolt, bringing bliss to Sita (daughter of Earth). Victory to the protector of Sita Devi (the daughter of Janaka), whose cosmic history is a pure divine play.
Dasaradha Vagdhruti Bhaara Dandakavana Sanchara Narayana.
Mushtika Chaanoora Samhaara Munimaanasa Vihara Narayana ॥ 11 ॥
Meaning: Narayana!, who honored the promise of King Dasaratha by wandering through the Dandaka forest. He who eliminated the ruthless wrestlers Mushtika and Chanura, and dwells within the hearts of sages.
Vaali Nigraha Sourya vara Sugreeva Hitaarya Narayana.
Maam Muralikara Dheevara Palaya Palaya Sridhara Narayana ॥ 12 ॥
Meaning: Narayana! who displayed valor in subduing Vali and stood as a noble benefactor to Sugriva. Oh expert flute player! protect me, guide me. O! Sridhara, the resting place of Sri Maha Lakshmi.
Jalanidhi Bandhana Dheera Raavanakanta Nidaana Narayana.
Taataka Mardhana Rama Nataguna Vividha Dhanaadya Narayana ॥ 13 ॥
Meaning: The courageous Narayaa! who bridged the great ocean and severed the proud heads of demon king Ravana. (Sri Rama) who vanquished the demoness Tataka and is rich in multi-faceted divine virtues.
Gowtama Patni Poojana Karoona Ghanaavalokana Narayana.
Sambhrama Seetakaara Sanketapura Vihara Narayana ॥ 14 ॥
Meaning: Narayana!, who redeemed Ahalya (wife of Sage Gautama) from the curse and casts glances dripping with deep mercy. He, who brought immense joy to Sita Devi and ruled over the holy city of Ayodhya (Saketa).
Achalodhruta Chanchatkara Bhaktanugraha Tatpara Narayana.
Naigama Ganavinoda Rakshita Suprahlada Narayana ॥ 15 ॥
Iti Sri Chchankaraachaarya Virachita Naraayana Stotram Sampoornam.
Meaning: Narayana! the One whose powerful hands lifted the mountain and who is always eager to bless true devotees. He who takes delight in the chanting of Vedas and protects Prahlada like a shield.
Benefits of Chanting Narayana Stotram
The benefits of chanting Narayana Stotram are innumerable. Howerver, it has to chanted with purity of mind and in proper rhythm and proper pronounciation of syllables.
Spiritual and Karmic Benefits
Regular chanting of the stotram with devotion helps in actively reducing the accumulated bad karmic effects and the toxic impurities of Kali Yuga. When the chanter is fully involved / immersed in regular chanting of Narayana Stotram, it acts as a cognitive light and sharpens the inner wisdom. Thereby one can have self-realisation / god-realisation, the Ultimate Truth of life.
Material and Protective Benefits
Regular chanting of Narayana Stotram helps in financial growth, family prosperity, and overall life comfort. The Sanskrit syllables generate high-frequency positive vibes that cleanse the environment at home and drive out the negative vibes, if any. Thereby it forms an impenetrable divine protective shield like and aura around the chanter. It helps in reducing external enemies and sudden life dangers.
Physical and Psychological Benefits of Chanting Narayana Stotram
The rhythmic chanting of the verses calms down the central nervous system and deeply relaxes the brain, thus lowering the stress hormones. Thereby it stablises the unpredictable mood shifts and helps the practitioner in coming out of negative traps like anger, ego etc. Moreover, the frequencies of sound while chanting boosts the Prana Shakti and helps in increased vitality and health.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who composed the Narayana Stotram?
Jagadguru Sri Adi Shankaracharya
2. What is the best time to chant this prayer?
Early morning (Brahma Muhurtam) is the best time for getting maximum benefits. However, chanting at any time of the day is considered good.
3. Do I need an initiation to recite it?
You need not get a formal initiation for chanting Narayana Stotram. However, you need to be spiritually disciplined and focus on correct pronounciation of each and every syllable and rhythm.
Conclusion
Narayana Stotram is one of the most powerful stotrams that stands as a timeless bridge connecting human consciousness with the cosmic protector, Sri Maha Vishnu. Regular chanting of the stotram or on special festive occasions like Vaikuntha Ekadasi helps in divine protection.
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