Introduction to Narayana Stotram
Narayana Stotram is one of the most powerful and melodious devotional stotram 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, develops unwavering faith in the Supreme Being and removes the worldy impurities from the mind. Ultimately it gives divine protection.
- Name of the Stotram: 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 in the Hindu Vaishnava tradition. He is 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, the Cosmic Preserver who incarnates on Earth whenever righteousness declines. Narayana is worshipped to seek divine protector who grants peace, prosperity, and spiritual liberation.
A Sacred Shield for the Modern Era: Narayana Stotram is not merely a devotional stotram, but is an 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: Complete Lyrics and Meanings
Telugu Lyrics
నారాయణ నారాయణ జయ గోవింద హరే |
నారాయణ నారాయణ జయ గోపాల హరే ॥
English Transliteration
Nārāyaṇa Nārāyaṇa Jaya Gōvinda Harē |
Nārāyaṇa Nārāyaṇa Jaya Gōpāla Harē ||
Meaning
Victory to Sri Narayana, who manifests as Sri Govinda, the Protector of the world and Sri Gopala, the Protector of the cows.
Telugu Lyrics
కరుణాపారావార వరుణాలయ గంభీర నారాయణ |
నవనీరదసంకాశ కృతకలికల్మషనాశన నారాయణ ॥
English Transliteration
Karuṇāpārāvāra Varuṇālayagambhīra Nārāyaṇa |
Navaneerada Samkaasa Kruta Kalikalmasha naasa Narayana ||
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.
Telugu Lyrics
యమునాతీర విహార ధృతకౌస్తుభమణిహార నారాయణ |
పీతాంబరపరిధాన సురకల్యాణనిధాన నారాయణ ॥
English Transliteration
Yamunateera Vihara Dhruta Koustumbhamani haara Narayana |
Peetambara Paridhaana Surakalyana Nidhana Narayana ||
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.
Telugu Lyrics
మంజులగుంజాభూష మాయామానుషవేష నారాయణ |
రాధాధర మధురసిక రజనీకరకులతిలక నారాయణ ॥
English Transliteration
Manjula Kunjaabhoosha Maaya Maanusha vesha Narayana |
Raadhadhara Madhurasika Rajanikara Kulatilaka Narayana ||
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.
Telugu Lyrics
మురళీగానవినోద వేదస్తుతభూపాద నారాయణ |
వారిజ భూషాభరణ రాజీవ రుక్మిణి రమణ నారాయణ ॥
English Transliteration
Muraligaana Vinoda Vedastuta Bhoopada Narayana |
Vaarija Bhooshabharana Rajeeva Rukmini Ramana Narayana ||
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.
Telugu Lyrics
మురళీగానవినోద వేదస్తుతభూపాద నారాయణ |
వారిజ భూషాభరణ రాజీవ రుక్మిణి రమణ నారాయణ ॥
English Transliteration
Muraligaana Vinoda Vedastuta Bhoopada Narayana |
Vaarija Bhooshabharana Rajeeva Rukmini Ramana Narayana ||
Meaning
The one who enjoys playing the divine flute and whose holy feet are praised by the Vedas is Narayana.
The one who is adorns lotus garland and is adored by the Rukmini Devi (the incarnation of Lotus-seated Lakshmi Devi), is Naryana.
Telugu Lyrics
జలరుహదళనిభనేత్ర జగదారంభకసూత్ర నారాయణ |
పాతకరజనీసంహార కరుణాలయ మాముద్ధర నారాయణ ॥
English Transliteration
Jalaruha Dalanibha Netra Jagadaarambhaka Sootra Narayana |
Paataka Rajanisamhaara Karunaalaya Maamudhara Narayana ||
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.
Telugu Lyrics
అఘబకక్షయకంసారే కేశవ కృష్ణ మురారే నారాయణ |
హాటకనిభపీతాంబర అభయం కురుమే మావర నారాయణ ॥
English Transliteration
Aghabakshaya Kamsaare Kesava Krushna Muraare Narayana |
Haataka Nibha Peetambara Abhayam Kurume Maavaara Narayana ||
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.
Telugu Lyrics
దశరథరాజకుమార దానవమదసంహార నారాయణ |
గోవర్ధనగిరి రమణ గోపీమానసహరణ నారాయణ ॥
English Transliteration
Dasaradha Raajakumaara Daanavamada Samhaara Narayana |
Govardhana Giri Ramana Gopi Maanasa Harana Narayana ||
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.
Telugu Lyrics
సరయూతీరవిహార సజ్జనఋషిమందార నారాయణ |
విశ్వామిత్రమఖత్ర వివిధపరాసుచరిత్ర నారాయణ ॥
English Transliteration
Sarayuteera Vihara Sajjana Rushi (Muni) Mandara Narayana |
Viswamitra Makhatra Vividha Paraasu Charitra Narayana ||
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.