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Sri Anantha Padmanabha Mangala Stotram

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Shree anantapadmanaabha mangal'a stotram'

Shriyah'kaantaaya kal'yaananidhaye nidhaye'rthinaam |
Shreesheshashaayine anantapadmanaabhaaya mangal'am || 1 ||

Syaanandoorapureebhaagyabhavyaroopaaya vishnave |
Aanandasindhave anantapadmanaabhaaya mangal'am || 2 ||

Hemakoot'avimaanaantah' bhraajamaanaaya haarine |
Harilakshmeesametaaya padmanaabhaaya mangal'am || 3 ||

Shreevaikunt'haviraktaaya shankhateerthaambudheh' tat'e |
Ramayaa ramamaanaaya padmanaabhaaya mangal'am || 4 ||

Ashesha chidachidvastusheshine sheshashaayine |
Asheshadaayine anantapadmanaabhaaya mangal'am || 5 ||

Yatpadam' paramam' sevyam' sadaa pashyanti soorayah' |
Senaapatimukhaastasmai padmanaabhaaya mangal'am || 6 ||

Chuturmukheshvaramukhaih' putrapautraadishaaline |
Samastaparivaaraaya padmanaabhaaya mangal'am || 7 ||

Divaakarayateeshaanayogihri'tpadmabhaanave |
Parasmai brahmane anantapadmanaabhaaya mangal'am || 8 ||

Paraankushaprabandhoktiprathitaaya paramaatmane |
Poornaaya mahate anantapadmanaabhaaya mangal'am || 9 ||

Vanchibhoopashiroratnarashmineeraajitaanghraye |
Vaanchhitaakhiladaayaastu padmanaabhaaya mangal'am || 10 ||

Sarvaavayavasaundarya sauvarnasushamaa jushe |
Sadaa sammohanaayaastu padmanaabhaaya mangal'am || 11 ||

Yogeshvaraaya kri'shnaaya narasim'haaya yogine |
Yogamudraabhiraamaaya padmanaabhaaya mangal'am || 12 ||

Anantapuranaathaaya nirantaradayaamuche |
Anantapadmanaabhaaya nityashreeh' nityamangal'am || 13 ||

Iti shree anantapadmanaabha mangal'a stotram |

Meaning

This Mangala-stotram venerates Lord Vishnu as Ananta-Padmanabha — the infinite-one whose feet rest upon the lotus and who is the auspicious refuge of devotees. The verses paint a majestic vision: the Lord reclining on Ananta (Shesha), dwelling in Vaikuntha’s golden chambers, accompanied by Lakshmi, and presiding over the oceans of bliss. His lotus-feet are praised as the supreme object of worship whose sight delights even the sun and sages.

The hymn explains that those who behold and serve that supreme lotus-feet — kings and sages, yogins and ordinary devotees, sons and progeny — receive fulfillment of desires, protection, and all auspicious benefits. As sovereign of the world and shelter of all beings, Anantapadmanabha is the source of prosperity, inner peace, and spiritual attainment. Recitation or meditation upon this Mangala is presented as a means to invoke continuous grace, auspiciousness, and devotion that leads one toward Vaikuntha.

Benefits:
• Invokes auspiciousness, prosperity, and divine protection
• Strengthens devotion, mental peace, and spiritual clarity
• Grants wellbeing for family, progeny, and worldly success
• Supports yogic practices and leads toward liberation (Vaikuntha)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sri Anantha Padmanabha Mangala Stotram?
It is an auspicious prayer dedicated to Lord Vishnu in his Anantha Padmanabha form. This stotram describes the divine attributes of the Lord and the benevolent results he bestows upon his devotees.
When should one recite this stotram?
It is best to recite this stotram daily in the morning or evening, especially on Thursdays and during Vaishnava festivals. Reciting it before commencing any auspicious work is considered beneficial.
What are the benefits of reciting this stotram?
Recitation brings wealth, prosperity, mental peace, family happiness, divine protection, good health, and fulfillment of desires. It also aids in spiritual upliftment.
Who can recite this stotram?
Anyone with devotion to Lord Anantha Padmanabha can recite this stotram. It is particularly beneficial for those seeking wealth, progeny, peace, and liberation.
How many times should this stotram be recited?
One can recite it at least once daily, or 3, 5, 11, or 108 times with devotion. Devotion and faith are more important than the number of recitations.
What is the origin or source of this stotram?
This Mangala stotram emerged from the Vaishnava tradition of Hinduism, particularly as part of the worship at the Sri Anantha Padmanabha Swamy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram. While the specific author is not widely known, it has been prevalent since ancient times.

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