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Sri Kamakshi Ashtakam

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shree kaamaakshyasht'akam'

shreekaancheepuravaasineem' bhagavateem' shreechakramadhye sthitaam'
kalyaaneem' kamaneeyachaarumakut'aam' kausumbhavastraanvitaam' |
shreevaaneeshachipoojitaanghriyugalaam' chaarusmitaam' suprabhaam'
kaamaakksheem' karunaamayeem' bhagavateem' vande paraam' devataam' ||1||

maalaamauktikakandharaam' shashimukheem' shambhupriyaam' sundareem'
sharvaaneem' sharachaapamand'itakaraam' sheetaam'shubimbaananaam' |
veenaagaanavinodakelirasikaam' vidyutprabhaabhaasuraam'
kaamaaksheem' karunaamayeem' bhagavateem' vande paraam' devataam' ||2||

shyaamaam' chaarunitambineem' gurubhujaam' chandraavatam'saam' shivaam'
sharvaalingitaneelachaaruvapusheem' shaantaam' pravaalaadharaam' |
baalaam' baalatamaalakaantiruchiraam' baalaarkabimbojjvalaam'
kaamaaksheem' karunaamayeem' bhagavateem' vande paraam' devataam' ||3||

leelaakalpitajeevakot'inivahaam' chidroopineem' shankareem'
brahmaaneem' bhavarogataapashamaneem' bhavyaatmikaam' shaashvateem' |
deveem' maadhavasodareem' shubhakareem' panchaakshareem' paavaneem'
kaamaaksheem' karunaamayeem' bhagavateem' vande paraam' devataam' ||4||

vaamaam' vaarijalochanaam' hariharabrahmendrasampoojitaam'
kaarunyaamri'tavarshineem' gunamayeem' kaatyaayaneem' chinmayeem' |
deveem' shumbhanishoodineem' bhagavateem' kaameshvareem' devataam'
kaamaaksheem' karunaamayeem' bhagavateem' vande paraam' devataam' ||5||

kaantaam' kaanchanaratnabhooshitagalaam' saubhaagyamuktipradaam'
kaumaareem' tripuraantakapranayineem' kaadambineem' chand'ikaam' |
deveem' shankarahri'tsarojanilayaam' sarvaaghahantreem' shubhaam'
kaamaaksheem' karunaamayeem' bhagavateem' vande paraam' devataam' ||6||

shaantaam' chanchalachaarunetrayugalaam' shailendrakanyaam' shivaam'
vaaraaheem' danujaantakeem' trinayaneem' sarvaatmikaam' maadhaveem' |
saumyaam' sindhusutaam' sarojavadanaam' vaagdevataamambikaam'
kaamaaksheem' karunaamayeem' bhagavateem' vande paraam' devataam' ||7||

chandraarkaanalalochanaam' gurukuchaam' saundaryachandrodayaam'
vidyaam' vindhyanivaasineem' puraharapraanapriyaam' sundareem' |
mugdhasmerasameekshanena satatam' sammohayanteem' shivaam'
kaamaaksheem' karunaamayeem' bhagavateem' vande paraam' devataam' ||8||

iti shreekaamaakshyasht'akam' sampoornam' |

Meaning

    1.    The Goddess of Kanchipuram:
Salutations to Kamakshi, dwelling in Kanchipuram within the sacred Sri Chakra — auspicious, graceful, adorned in red silks, worshipped by Saraswati and Indrani, ever radiant with a gentle smile and boundless compassion.
    2.    Embodiment of Beauty:
Wearing pearl garlands, moon-faced and serene, beloved of Shiva, holding a bow of flowers. She delights in the music of the veena, glowing like lightning, the fountain of artistic inspiration.
    3.    The Divine Youth:
Dark as tamala blossoms, with a tender form embraced by Shiva, calm, red-lipped, and radiant like the rising sun. She is both youthful and eternal, embodying beauty and wisdom.
    4.    Source of Conscious Creation:
She creates countless beings through divine play. The eternal Shankari, destroyer of worldly suffering, sister of Vishnu, embodiment of the five sacred syllables — pure and liberating.
    5.    Ocean of Compassion:
Worshipped by Brahma, Vishnu, and Indra, she showers nectar-like grace, slays demons like Shumbha and Nishumbha, and reigns as Kameshwari — supreme consciousness personified.
    6.    Giver of Prosperity and Liberation:
Adorned with golden ornaments, she grants both worldly fortune and spiritual liberation. She dwells in the heart of Shiva and manifests as Chandika, the fierce yet benevolent protector.
    7.    Peaceful and Powerful:
Daughter of the mountain king, three-eyed, slayer of demons, gentle as the ocean, radiant as the goddess of speech and wisdom, the eternal mother of the universe.
    8.    The Enchanting Mother:
Her eyes shine with the brilliance of the sun, moon, and fire. Beloved of Shiva, she resides in Vindhya hills, ever smiling, captivating the hearts of devotees through her compassion and charm.

Summary:

The Sri Kamakshyashtakam is an eight-verse hymn extolling the glory of Goddess Kamakshi — the divine embodiment of wisdom, grace, compassion, and beauty. It portrays her as the mother of creation, the consort of Shiva, and the bestower of peace, knowledge, and liberation. Reciting this hymn daily invokes her protective grace, bringing harmony, prosperity, and spiritual fulfillment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sri Kamakshi Ashtakam?
Sri Kamakshi Ashtakam is a sacred hymn of eight verses (Ashtakam) dedicated to Goddess Sri Kamakshi, who resides in Kanchipuram. It describes the divine beauty, power, and compassion of the Goddess.
When and how should one recite Sri Kamakshi Ashtakam?
One can recite this stotra daily in the morning or evening after bathing, with a pure mind. It is best to sit before an image or idol of the Goddess and recite it with devotion.
What are the benefits of reciting Sri Kamakshi Ashtakam?
Reciting it bestows spiritual upliftment, fulfillment of desires, removal of evil forces, acquisition of knowledge and wisdom, and ultimately liberation (moksha). It also brings peace of mind.
Who should recite Sri Kamakshi Ashtakam?
Anyone can recite this stotra, irrespective of caste or gender. It is especially beneficial for those seeking spiritual progress, wishing to overcome difficulties, and desiring the grace of the Goddess.
How many times should one recite Sri Kamakshi Ashtakam?
Typically, it can be recited once daily during regular worship. For specific benefits, one may recite it 11, 21, or 108 times, or continuously for a certain number of days.
What is the origin or source of Sri Kamakshi Ashtakam?
Sri Kamakshi Ashtakam is an ancient hymn, and its exact author is not clearly known. However, it is believed to be associated with Adi Shankaracharya or other great saints of the Shakta tradition.

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