Sri Halasyesha Ashtakam

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Shree haalaasyeshaasht'akam'

Kund'odara uvaacha |
Shailaadheeshasutaasahaaya sakalaamnaayaantavedya prabho
Shoolograagravidaaritaandhakasuraaraateendravakshasthala |
Kaalaateeta kalaavilaasa kushala traayeta te santatam'
Haalaasyesha kri'paakat'aakshalaharee maamaapadaamaaspadam || 1 ||

Kolaachchhachchhadaroopamaadhava surajyaisht'hyaatidooraanghrika
Neelaardhaanga niveshanirjaradhuneebhaasvajjat'aamand'ala |
Kailaasaachalavaasa kaarmukahara traayeta te santatam'
Haalaasyesha kri'paakat'aakshalaharee maamaapadaamaaspadam || 2 ||

Phaalaakshaprabhavaprabhanjanasakha prodyatsphulingachchhat'aa-
-toolaanangakachaarusam'hanana sanmeenekshanaavallabha |
Shailaadipramukhairganaih' stutagana traayeta te santatam'
Haalaasyesha kri'paakat'aakshalaharee maamaapadaamaaspadam || 3 ||

Maalaakalpitamaaludhaanaphanasanmaanikyabhaasvattano
Moolaadhaara jagattrayasya murajinnetraaravindaarchita |
Saaraakaarabhujaasahasra girisha traayeta te santatam'
Haalaasyesha kri'paakat'aakshalaharee maamaapadaamaaspadam || 4 ||

Baalaadityasahasrakot'isadri'shodyadvegavatyaapagaa-
-velaabhoomivihaaranisht'ha vibudhasrotasvineeshekhara |
Baalaavarnyakavitvabhoomisukhada traayeta te santatam'
Haalaasyesha kri'paakat'aakshalaharee maamaapadaamaaspadam || 5 ||

Keelaalaavanipaavakaanilanabhashchandraarkayajvaakri'te
Keelaanekasahasrasankulashikhastambhasvaroopaamita |
Chol'aadeesht'agri'haanganaavibhavada traayeta te santatam'
Haalaasyesha kri'paakat'aakshalaharee maamaapadaamaaspadam || 6 ||

Leelaarthaanjalimekameva charataam' saamraajyalakshmeeprada
Sthoolaasheshacharaacharaatmaka jagat sthoonaasht'amoorte guro |
Taalaankaanuja phalgunapriyakara traayeta te santatam'
Haalaasyesha kri'paakat'aakshalaharee maamaapadaamaaspadam || 7 ||

Haalaasyaagatadevadaityamunisangeetaapadaanakvana-
-ttoolaakot'imanoharaanghrikamalaanandaapavargaprada |
Shreeleelaakara padmanaabhavarada traayeta te santatam'
Haalaasyesha kri'paakat'aakshalaharee maamaapadaamaaspadam || 8 ||

Leelaanaadaramohatah' kapat'ato yadvaa kadambaat'avee-
-haalaasyaadhipateesht'amasht'akamidam' sarvesht'asandohanam |
Haalaapaanaphalaanvihaaya santatam' sankeertayanteeha ye
Te laakshaardrapadaabalaabhirakhilaan bhogaan labhante sadaa || 9 ||

Iti shreehaalaasyamahaatmye kund'odarakri'tam' shreehaalaasyeshaasht'akam |

Meaning

The Halasyeshashtakam is a deeply devotional hymn composed by Kundoḍara Rishi in praise of Lord Halasyanatha — the dancing form of Lord Shiva in Madurai (Halasya Kshetra). Each verse appeals for Shiva’s compassionate glance, portrayed as a divine stream of grace capable of destroying difficulties.

The hymn describes Shiva as:
• The slayer of Andhakasura
• The cosmic lord beyond time
• The bearer of Ganga on His matted locks
• The destroyer of Kama through the fire from His third eye
• The foundation of all three worlds
• The embodiment of infinite knowledge and divine play

The constant plea:
“O Halasyesha! May your wave of compassionate glance protect me from all sorrows.”

Benefits:

• Protection during journeys and life struggles
• Removal of obstacles, sins, inner negativity
• Blessings of prosperity, clarity, and spiritual uplift
• Attainment of Shiva’s grace and inner peace
• Said to fulfill desires and grant auspicious outcomes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sri Halasyesha Ashtakam?

Sri Halasyesha Ashtakam is a devotional hymn of eight verses composed by Kundoḍara Rishi in praise of Lord Shiva, specifically His dancing form (Halasyesha) residing in the Halasya Kshetra of Madurai. It seeks Shiva's compassionate glance.

When and how should one recite Sri Halasyesha Ashtakam?

This stotra should be recited daily in the morning or evening after bathing, with a pure mind, meditating on Lord Shiva. Reciting it on Mondays or during Shiva festivals like Shivaratri is considered particularly auspicious and beneficial.

What are the benefits of reciting Sri Halasyesha Ashtakam?

Reciting it bestows Lord Shiva's grace, removes all kinds of dangers, obstacles, and sins. It helps overcome internal enemies like ego and fear, leading to prosperity, inner peace, and protection during life's journey.

Who should recite Sri Halasyesha Ashtakam?

Anyone with devotion to Lord Shiva can recite this stotra, especially those facing difficulties in life, seeking inner peace, protection, and spiritual upliftment. It is beneficial for all sincere devotees.

How many times should one recite Sri Halasyesha Ashtakam?

Typically, reciting it 11, 21, 51, or 108 times is considered highly effective. Even a single daily recitation with devotion can bring auspicious results and Shiva's blessings.

What is the origin of Sri Halasyesha Ashtakam?

This stotra was composed by the great sage Kundoḍara Rishi. It is associated with the famous Halasya Kshetra in Madurai, where it praises the dancing form of Lord Shiva, known as Halasyesha.

Sri Halasyesha Ashtakam

Meaning

Frequently Asked Questions

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