Sri Garuda Dandakam

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Shree garud'a dand'akam'

Shreemaan venkat'anaathaaryah' kavitaarkikakesaree |
Vedaantaachaaryavaryo me sannidhattaam' sadaahri'di ||

Namah' pannaganaddhaaya vaikunt'havashavartine |
Shrutisindhusudhotpaadamandaraaya garutmate ||

Garud'amakhilavedaneed'aadhirood'ham' dvishatpeed'anotkant'hitaakunt'ha vaikunt'hapeet'heekri'ta skandhameed'e svaneed'aa gatipreetarudraa sukeertistanaabhoga gaad'hopagood'ham' sphuratkant'aka vraata vedhavyathaa vepamaana dvijihvaadhipaa kalpavishphaaryamaana sphat'aavaat'ikaa ratnarochishchhat'aa raajineeraajitam' kaantikallolinee raajitam || 1 ||

Jaya garud'a suparna darveekaraahaara devaadhipaa haarahaarin divaukaspati kshiptadambhol'i dhaaraakinaa kalpakalpaanta vaatoola kalpodayaanalpa veeraayitodyat chamatkaara daityaari jaitradhvajaaroha nirdhaaritotkarsha sankarshanaatman garutman marutpanchakaadheesha satyaadimoorte na kashchit samaste namaste punaste namah' || 2 ||

Nama idamajahat saparyaaya paryaayaniryaata pakshaanilaasphaalanodvelapaathodhi veechee chapet'aahataa gaadha paataal'a bhaankaara sankruddha naagendra peed'aa sri'neebhaava bhaasvannakhashrenaye chand'a tund'aaya nri'tyadbhujangabhruve vajrine dam'sht'rayaa tubhyamadhyaatmavidyaa vidheyaa vidheyaa bhavaddaasyamaapaadayethaa dayethaashcha me || 3 ||

Manuranugata pakshivaktra sphurattaarakastaavakashchitrabhaanupriyaa shekharastraayataam' nastrivargaapavarga prasootih' paravyomadhaaman valadveshidarpa jvaladvaalakhilya pratijnyaavateerna sthiraam' tattvabuddhim' paraam' bhaktidhenum' jaganmoolakande mukunde mahaanandadogdhreem' dadheethaa mudhaa kaamaheenaamaheenaamaheenaantaka || 4 ||

Shat'trim'shadganacharano naraparipaat'eenaveenagumbhaganah' |
Vishnurathadand'ako'yam' vighat'ayatu vipakshavaahineevyooham || 5 ||

Vichitrasiddhidah' so'yam' venkat'eshavipashchitaa |
Garud'adhvajatoshaaya geeto garud'adand'akah' || 6 ||

Kavitaarkikasim'haaya kal'yaanagunashaaline |
Shreemate venkat'eshaaya vedaantagurave namah' ||

Shreemate nigamaantamahaadeshikaaya namah' |

Iti shree garud'a dand'akam |

Meaning

The Garuda Dandakam by Sri Vedanta Desika is a powerful hymn praising the supreme might, speed, radiance, and protective nature of Garuda—the divine carrier of Lord Vishnu. It begins with salutations to the great Acharya and then invokes Garuda, the destroyer of serpents, the one who abides in Vaikuntha, and the Mandara-like force that churns the ocean of Vedic knowledge. Garuda is described as ascending on the wings made of Vedic mantras, crushing enemies with unmatched force, and carrying the throne of Vaikuntha on his mighty shoulders.

The hymn vividly portrays Garuda’s form: his dazzling jewels, blazing nails, serpent-slaying beak, and the thunderous motion of his wings that shake the worlds. His presence terrifies the serpent kings, and his radiance illuminates all realms. He is celebrated as the undefeated warrior, the lord of the five winds, the essence of satya and dharma, and the one who embodies the highest spiritual truth.

The devotee surrenders completely, asking Garuda to destroy poison, fear, enemies, sins, ignorance, and inner obstacles. Garuda is invoked as the giver of spiritual knowledge, the protector against venom and negative energies, and the one who grants firm wisdom, devotion, liberation, and supreme joy. The stotram concludes by offering the fruits of recitation—victory over enemies, removal of dangers, spiritual elevation, and fulfillment of righteous desires.

Benefits:
• Immense protection from poison, snakes, negative forces, and fear
• Victory in challenges, legal matters, competitions, and conflicts
• Strengthens courage, clarity, and spiritual knowledge
• Removes obstacles and grants success in travel and endeavors
• Deepens devotion, discipline, and connection to Lord Vishnu

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sri Garuda Dandakam?

Sri Garuda Dandakam is a powerful hymn composed by Sri Vedanta Desika, praising the immense might, speed, and protective nature of Lord Garuda, the divine carrier of Lord Vishnu. It describes Garuda as the embodiment of the Vedas and a supreme protector against all adversities.

When and how should one recite Sri Garuda Dandakam?

This Dandakam can be recited on auspicious days, especially on Naga Panchami, or daily. It is best recited after bathing and purification, facing east, with devotion and remembering Lord Garuda. It is chanted for mental peace and protection.

What are the main benefits of reciting this stotram?

Reciting the Garuda Dandakam provides powerful protection from poison, snake fear, negative energies, and enemies. It enhances courage, mental strength, success in journeys, and spiritual knowledge.

Who should recite Sri Garuda Dandakam?

Those suffering from fear of poison, troubled by enemies, affected by negative energies, seeking to enhance courage and self-confidence, and devotees aspiring for spiritual progress can recite this stotram.

How many times is it appropriate to recite Sri Garuda Dandakam?

While there is no fixed number, reciting it at least once daily, or 11, 21, or 108 times, is believed to be more effective. The number of recitations can be determined based on your time and devotion.

What is the origin or author of this Dandakam?

Sri Garuda Dandakam was composed by the great Vaishnava Acharya and poet Sri Vedanta Desika in the 13th century. He was a devout follower of Lord Vishnu and authored numerous devotional hymns.

Sri Garuda Dandakam

Shree garud'a dand'akam'

Meaning

Frequently Asked Questions

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