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Shanmukha Dandakam

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Shree shanmukha dand'akam

Shreepaarvateeputra, maam' paahi valleesha, tvatpaadapankeja sevaarato'ham', tvadeeyaam' nutim' devabhaashaagataam' kartumaarabdhavaanasmi, sankalpasiddhim' kri'taartham' kuru tvam .

Bhaje tvaam' sadaanandaroopam', mahaanandadaataaramaadyam', paresham', kalatrollasatpaarshvayugmam', varenyam', viroopaakshaputram', suraaraadhyameesham', raveendvagninetram', dvishad'baahu sam'shobhitam', naaradaagastyakanvaatrijaabaalivaalmeekivyaasaadi sankeertitam', devaraat'putrikaalingitaangam', viyadvaahineenandanam', vishnuroopam', mahogram', udagram', suteeksham', mahaadevavaktraabjabhaanum', padaambhojasevaa samaayaata bhaktaal'i sam'rakshanaayatta chittam', umaa sharva gangaagni shat'kri'ttikaa vishnu brahmendra dikpaala sampootasadyatna nirvartitotkri'sht'a sushreetapoyajnya sam'labdharoopam', mayooraadhirood'ham', bhavaambhodhipotam', guham' vaarijaaksham', gurum' sarvaroopam', nataanaam' sharanyam', budhaanaam' varenyam', suvijnyaanavedyam', param', paaraheenam', paraashaktiputram', jagajjaala nirmaana sampaalanaahaaryakaaram', suraanaam' varam', susthiram', sundaraangam', svabhaaktaantarangaabja sanchaarasheelam', susaundaryagaambheerya susthairyayuktam', dvishad'baahu sankhyaayudha shreniramyam', mahaantam', mahaapaapadaavaagni megham', amogham', prasannam', achintya prabhaavam', supoojaa sutri'ptam', namalloka kalpam', akhand'a svaroopam', sutejomayam', divyadeham', bhavadhvaantanaashaayasooryam', daronmeelitaambhojanetram', suraaneeka sampoojitam', lokashastam', suhastaadhri'taanekashastram', niraalambamaabhaasamaatram' shikhaamadhyavaasam', param' dhaamamaadyantaheenam', samastaaghahaaram', sadaanandadam', sarvasampatpradam', sarvarogaapaham', bhaktakaaryaarthasampaadakam', shaktihastam', sutaarunyalaavanyakaarunyaroopam', sahasraarka sankaasha sauvarnahaaraal'i sam'shobhitam', shanmukham', kund'alaanaam' viraajatsukaantyam' chittergand'abhaagaih' susam'shobhitam', bhaktapaalam', bhavaaneesutam', devameesham', kri'paavaarikallola bhaasvatkat'aaksham', bhaje sharvaputram', bhaje kaartikeyam', bhaje paarvateyam', bhaje paapanaasham', bhaje baahuleyam', bhaje saadhupaalam', bhaje sarparoopam', bhaje bhaktilabhyam', bhaje ratnabhoosham', bhaje taarakaarim', darasmeravaktram', shikhistham', suroopam', kat'inyasta hastam', kumaaram', bhaje'ham' mahaadeva, sam'saarapankaabdhi sammagnamajnyaaninam' paapabhooyisht'hamaarge charam' paapasheelam', pavitram' kuru tvam' prabho, tvatkri'paaveekshanairmaam' praseeda, praseeda prapannaartihaaraaya sam'siddha, maam' paahi valleesha, shreedevasenesha, tubhyam' namo deva, devesha, sarvesha, sarvaatmakam', sarvaroopam', param' tvaam' bhaje'ham' bhaje'ham' bhaje'ham .

Iti shree shanmukha dand'akam ..

Meaning

Sri Shanmukha Dandakam is a deep devotional surrender to Lord Kartikeya in His six-faced Shanmukha form. The hymn praises His divine beauty, cosmic power, compassion, wisdom, and His role as protector and destroyer of ignorance.

Meaning (Balanced):
The devotee begins by praying, “O son of Parvati, O Lord of Valli and Devasena, I am devoted to Your lotus feet. Grant me the strength to compose Your praise and fulfil my spiritual resolve.”

The stotra vividly describes Shanmukha as the embodiment of bliss, the radiant son of Shiva-Parvati, worshipped by great sages such as Narada, Agastya, Kanva, Valmiki and Vyasa.

He is portrayed as Vishnu-like in cosmic form, fierce in destroying negativity, yet infinitely tender towards devotees. Mounted on the peacock, the Lord rescues those drowning in the ocean of worldly life, removing sins and inner darkness.

The hymn highlights His brilliance surpassing thousands of suns, His weapons that destroy evil, His eternal form free from beginning or end, and His compassionate glances that uplift devotees.

In the final prayer, the devotee begs for purification, release from ignorance, fulfilment of righteous desires, and constant divine protection from Shanmukha.

Summary:
A powerful hymn of surrender declaring Lord Shanmukha as protector, guide, purifier, and granter of liberation and prosperity.

Benefits

• Removes inner darkness, confusion, bad habits, karmic load
• Grants courage, clarity, stability, and spiritual direction
• Protects from negative forces and unseen obstacles
• Supports success in education, career, and personal goals
• Purifies the mind and strengthens devotion
• Brings peace, prosperity, and divine grace to the home

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sri Shanmukha Dandakam?
Sri Shanmukha Dandakam is a powerful devotional hymn dedicated to Lord Kartikeya in his six-faced (Shanmukha) form. It describes the Lord's divine attributes, valor, and compassion towards his devotees, invoking his blessings for protection and spiritual growth.
When and how should one recite Sri Shanmukha Dandakam?
This Dandakam can be recited daily in the morning after bathing, with a pure mind. Reciting it on Tuesdays, Fridays, or on the Sashti tithi (sixth lunar day) is considered particularly auspicious. It is important to recite it with complete devotion and sincerity.
What are the main benefits of reciting Sri Shanmukha Dandakam?
Recitation of this Dandakam removes ignorance, karmic burdens, fears, and uncertainties. It enhances stability in devotion, courage, and self-confidence, while also providing protection from difficulties. It aids in success in endeavors, academic progress, and inner purification.
Who should recite Sri Shanmukha Dandakam?
Devotees of Lord Kartikeya, those seeking liberation from ignorance and fear, individuals aspiring for inner peace and spiritual advancement, and those wishing for the protection of children and family harmony can recite this hymn.
How many times should Sri Shanmukha Dandakam be recited?
You can recite it once or thrice daily, as per your convenience. For special benefits, it can be recited 11, 21, 54, or 108 times. Regular recitation is generally more effective than sporadic recitations.
What is the origin of Sri Shanmukha Dandakam?
Sri Shanmukha Dandakam is a traditional Pauranic hymn that has been chanted by devotees since ancient times to glorify Lord Kartikeya. While the specific author is not clearly known, it is an integral part of the devotional tradition dedicated to Lord Murugan.

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