Sri Krishna Krita Sri Shiva Stotram

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Shree shiva stotram (shreekri'shna kri'tam)

Shreekri'shna uvaacha –
Pranamya devyaa girisham' sabhaktyaa
Svaatmanyadhaatmaana masauvichintya |
Namo'stu te shaashvata sarvayone
Brahmaadhipam' tvaam' munayo vadanti || 1 ||

Tvameva sattvam' cha rajastamashcha
Tvaameva sarvam' pravadanti santah' |
Tatastvamevaasi jagadvidhaayaka-
Stvameva satyam' pravadanti vedaah' || 2 ||

Tvam' brahmaa hariratha vishvayoniragni-
Ssam'hartaa dinakara mand'alaadhivaasah' |
Praanastvam' hutavaha vaasavaadibheda-
Stvaamekam' sharanamupaimi devameesham || 3 ||

Saankhyaastvaamagunamathaahurekaroopam'
Yogastvaam' satatamupaasate hri'distham |
Devaastvaamabhidadhateeha rudramagnim'
Tvaamekam' sharanamupaimi devameesham || 4 ||

Tvatpaade kusumamathaapi patramekam'
Datvaasau bhavati vimukta vishvabandhah' |
Sarvaagham' pranudati siddhayogajusht'am'
Smri'tvaa te padayugal'am' bhavatprasaadaat || 5 ||

Yasyaa sheshavibhaagaheena mamalam' hri'dyantaraavasthitam'
Tattvam' jyotiranantamekamamaram' satyam' param' sarvagam |
Sthaanam' praahuranaadimadhyanidhanam' yasmaadidam' jaayate
Nityam' tvaamanuyaami satyavibhavam' vishveshvaram' tam' shivam || 6 ||

Om namo neelakant'haaya trinetraaya cha ram'hase |
Mahaadevaaya te nityameeshaanaaya namo namah' || 7 ||

Namah' pinaakine tubhyam' namo dand'aaya mund'ine |
Namaste vajrahastaaya digvastraaya kapardine || 8 ||

Namo bhairavanaathaaya haraaya cha nishangine |
Naagayajnyopaveetaaya namaste vahni tejase || 9 ||

Namo'stu te gireeshaaya svaahaakaaraaya te namah' |
Namo muktaat't'ahaasaaya bheemaaya cha namo namah' || 10 ||

Namaste kaamanaashaaya namah' kaalapramaathine |
Namo bhairavaroopaaya kaalaroopaaya dam'sht'rine || 11 ||

Namo'stu te tryambakaaya namaste kri'ttivaasane |
Namo'mbikaadhipataye pashoonaam' pataye namah' || 12 ||

Namaste vyomaroopaaya vyomaadhipataye namah' |
Naranaareeshareeraaya saankhya yogapravartine || 13 ||

Namo daivatanaathaaya namo daivatalingine |
Kumaaragurave tubhyam' devadevaaya te namah' || 14 ||

Namo yajnyaadhipataye namaste brahmachaarine |
Mri'gavyaadhaa'dhipataye brahmaadhipataye namah' || 15 ||

Namo bhavaaya vishvaaya mohanaaya namo namah' |
Yogine yogagamyaaya yogamaayaaya te namah' || 16 ||

Namo namo namastubhyam' bhooyo bhooyo namo namah' |
Mahyam' sarvaatmanaa kaamaan prayachchha parameshvara || 17 ||

Evam' hi bhaktyaa deveshamabhisht'ooya cha maadhavah' |
Papaata paadayorvipraa devadevasya dand'avat || 18 ||

Utthaapya bhagavaan somah' kri'shnam' keshinishoodanam |
Babhaashe madhuram' vaakyam' meghagambheeranissvanam || 19 ||

Iti shreekoormapuraane shreekri'shnakri'ta shivastotram |

Meaning

In this hymn from the Kurma Purana, Lord Krishna Himself praises Lord Shiva with deep devotion. He begins by bowing to Shiva, meditating upon Him within his heart, and recognizing Him as the eternal cause of all beings. Krishna declares that sages call Shiva the supreme origin, the source of Brahma, and the lord of the universe.

Shiva is the embodiment of sattva, rajas, and tamas. All creation arises through Him. The Vedas proclaim Shiva as the eternal truth and the ruler of the cosmos. Krishna acknowledges Shiva as Brahma, Vishnu, Agni, Surya, Prana, and all elemental powers — the single divine essence pervading everything.

Sankhya philosophers praise Shiva as the attributeless supreme, while yogis meditate on Him within the heart. The gods worship Him as Rudra and Agni. Krishna surrenders completely, saying, “I take refuge in You alone, O Lord of Lords.”

A single flower offered to Shiva destroys all bondage and washes away all sins. His lotus feet grant liberation and fulfillment. Krishna praises Shiva as the endless, self-luminous, immortal truth — the source from which all existence arises and into which all dissolves.

Subsequent verses worship Shiva’s various forms: Neelakantha, Tryambaka, Bhairava, Kapalika, Trident-holder, Destruction of Kama, the Lord of Time, Pashupati, Yogeshwara, and the supreme who transcends Maya. Krishna repeatedly bows, requesting Shiva to grant all auspicious desires with compassion.

Finally, Krishna prostrates at Shiva’s feet, and Shiva, lifting him gently, blesses him with words as deep as thunder.

Benefits:
    •    Removes sins, fears, karmic burdens
    •    Grants divine protection, peace, and strength
    •    Enhances devotion, clarity, and spiritual growth
    •    Fulfills righteous desires with Shiva’s grace
    •    Deepens connection to both Shiva and Krishna tattva

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sri Shiva Stotram (Sri Krishna Kritam)?

This is a sacred hymn found in the Bhagavata Purana, where Lord Krishna himself praises Lord Shiva with utmost devotion and reverence. It primarily extols Shiva's omnipresence, infinite power, and various divine forms.

When and how should one recite this Stotram?

This Stotram can be recited daily in the morning or evening after bathing with a pure mind. Reciting it on auspicious days for Shiva, such as Mondays or Shivaratri, is considered more fruitful. It is best to sit before an image or Lingam of Shiva while reciting.

What are the main benefits of reciting Sri Krishna Krita Shiva Stotram?

Reciting this Stotram bestows Shiva's grace, absolution from sins, liberation from worldly bonds, increase in knowledge, courage, peace of mind, and fulfillment of all desires. It also provides protection from negative energies and brings positivity into life.

Who can recite this Stotram?

Any devout individual, irrespective of gender, can recite this Stotram. Those seeking Shiva's blessings, aspiring for spiritual progress, or desiring strength to overcome life's challenges can benefit from its recitation.

How many times should this Stotram be recited for best results?

You can recite it once, three times, or eleven times a day, as per your convenience. Regular daily recitation yields better results. Devotion and sincerity are more important than the number of repetitions.

What is the origin or source of this Stotram?

This Stotram originates from the Bhagavata Purana. Lord Krishna composed this hymn to praise Lord Shiva during his penance, signifying Krishna's ultimate devotion to Shiva.

Sri Krishna Krita Sri Shiva Stotram

Meaning

Frequently Asked Questions

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