Sri Datta Aparadha Kshamapana Stotram

Sri Dattatreya Aparadha Kshamapana Stotram is a devotional hymn of repentance and surrender before Lord Dattatreya. It expresses deep humility, seeking forgiveness for both known and unknown mistakes, and prays for spiritual upliftment, wisdom, protection, and prosperity.

Meaning (Balanced Summary):
The devotee begins by bowing to Dattatreya — the Supreme Self, the Lord of all gods, the One beyond comprehension — and pleads to forgive every conscious and unconscious transgression.

He admits his ignorance, forgetfulness and delusion, acknowledging that he foolishly sought other shelters despite Dattatreya being the true refuge. He recognizes that no sinner is as fallen as himself, and no savior is as compassionate as Dattatreya.

He prays for unshakeable devotion, purity of mind, remembrance of the Guru, destruction of diseases, worldly and spiritual success. He seeks mastery of speech, fulfillment of desires, removal of fear and suffering.

The final verses invoke universal peace — peace in earth, sky, directions, waters, herbs, and divine forces — ending with a prayer for complete wellbeing.

English Benefits

• Removes sins and emotional burdens
• Helps cultivate humility, repentance and inner purity
• Grants Guru’s grace, clarity and mental strength
• Brings peace, protection and healing
• Supports success in life, prosperity and family welfare
• Removes fear, obstacles and negative influences
• Enhances spiritual growth and devotion to Dattatreya