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Sri Lalita Stotram

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shree lalitaa stotram'

praadurbabhoova paramam' tejah' punjamanoopamam |
kot'isooryaprateekaasham' chandrakot'isusheetalam || 1 ||

tanmadhyame samudabhoochchakraakaaramanuttamam |
tanmadhyame mahaadevimudayaarkasamaprabhaam || 2 ||

jagadujjeevanaakaaraam' brahmavishnushivaatmikaam |
saundaryasaaraseemaantaamaanandarasasaagaraam || 3 ||

japaakusumasankaashaam' daad'imeekusumaambaraam |
sarvaabharanasam'yuktaam' shri'ngaaraikarasaalayaam || 4 ||

kri'paataarangitaapaanga nayanaaloka kaumudeem |
paashaankushekshukodand'a panchabaanalasatkaraam || 5 ||

taam' vilokya mahaadeveem' devaah' sarve sa vaasavaah' |
pranemurmuditaatmaano bhooyo bhooyo'khilaatmikaam || 6 ||

|| iti shree lalitaa stotram ||

Meaning

Sri Lalita Stotram describes the divine manifestation of Lalita Tripurasundari — the radiant Mother who embodies creation, preservation, and dissolution.
She appears as a mass of supreme light, equal to a thousand suns in brilliance and a thousand moons in coolness. Within that light, the Sri Chakra takes form, and in its center shines the Goddess, holding her five divine weapons — noose, goad, sugarcane bow, arrows, and the parrot of wisdom.

The gods bow before her, recognizing her as the supreme consciousness pervading all beings.

Essence:
Reciting this hymn invokes her grace — clarity of mind, serenity, prosperity, eloquence, and spiritual awakening.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sri Lalita Stotram?
Sri Lalita Stotram is a concise yet powerful hymn praising the divine form, glory, and power of Adi Shakti Lalita Tripurasundari Devi. It describes the Goddess's manifestation, beauty, and compassion.
When and how should one recite this stotram?
This stotram can be recited daily in the morning after bathing, with a pure mind. Reciting it on Fridays and during Navaratri is especially fruitful. It is best to light a lamp before a deity's image and then recite.
What are the benefits of reciting Sri Lalita Stotram?
Reciting this stotram brings mental peace, inner joy, increased knowledge, intelligence, protection, and strengthens willpower. It grants devotees holistic development and fearlessness.
Who can recite Sri Lalita Stotram?
Anyone with devotion to Goddess Lalita can recite this stotram. It is particularly beneficial for women, those seeking spiritual growth, or individuals facing challenges in life.
How many times should this stotram be recited?
This stotram can be recited daily at least once, or three, seven, or eleven times. Regular recitation yields more significant benefits and spiritual progress.
What is the origin or source of Sri Lalita Stotram?
Sri Lalita Stotram is generally found as part of larger hymns like Lalita Sahasranama or as a standalone hymn. Its glory is based on descriptions found in Puranas and Agama texts.

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