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Sri Margabandhu Stotram

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Shree maargabandhu stotram'

Shambho mahaadeva deva
Shiva shambho mahaadeva devesha shambho
Shambho mahaadeva deva ||

Phaalaavanamratkireet'am'
Phaalanetraarchishaa dagdhapancheshukeet'am |
Shoolaahataaraatikoot'am'
Shuddhamardhenduchood'am' bhaje maargabandhum || 1 ||

Shambho mahaadeva deva
Shiva shambho mahaadeva devesha shambho
Shambho mahaadeva deva ||

Ange viraajadbhujangam'
Abhragangaatarangaabhiraamottamaangam |
Omkaaravaat'eekurangam'
Siddhasam'sevitaanghrim' bhaje maargabandhum || 2 ||

Shambho mahaadeva deva
Shiva shambho mahaadeva devesha shambho
Shambho mahaadeva deva ||

Nityam' chidaanandaroopam'
Nihnutaasheshalokeshavairiprataapam |
Kaartasvaraagendrachaapam'
Kri'ttivaasam' bhaje divyasanmaargabandhum || 3 ||

Shambho mahaadeva deva
Shiva shambho mahaadeva devesha shambho
Shambho mahaadeva deva ||

Kandarpadarpaghnameesham'
Kaalakant'ham' mahesham' mahaavyomakesham |
Kundaabhadantam' suresham'
Kot'isooryaprakaasham' bhaje maargabandhum || 4 ||

Shambho mahaadeva deva
Shiva shambho mahaadeva devesha shambho
Shambho mahaadeva deva ||

Mandaarabhooterudaaram'
Mandaraagendrasaaram' mahaagauryadooram |
Sindooradooraprachaaram'
Sindhuraajaatidheeram' bhaje maargabandhum || 5 ||

Shambho mahaadeva deva
Shiva shambho mahaadeva devesha shambho
Shambho mahaadeva deva ||

Appayyayajvendra geetam'
Stotraraajam' pat'hedyastu bhaktyaa prayaane |
Tasyaarthasiddhim' vidhatte
Maargamadhye'bhayam' chaashutosho maheshah' || 6 ||

Shambho mahaadeva deva
Shiva shambho mahaadeva devesha shambho
Shambho mahaadeva deva ||

Iti shree maargabandhu stotram ||

Meaning

The Margabandhu Stotram praises Lord Shiva as the divine guide and protector of all life’s journeys — physical, mental, and spiritual. Shiva is invoked as the One who destroys obstacles, illuminates the right path, removes dangers, and stands by the devotee in every step of travel. His radiant crown, the third eye that burns impurities, the trident symbolizing protection, the serpent ornaments, and the flow of Ganga signify His supreme guardianship.

The hymn describes Shiva as ever-auspicious, blissful, fearless, and more powerful than all cosmic forces. Reciting this stotra before journeys or important undertakings brings safety, clarity, courage, and success. The concluding verse declares that Shiva quickly grants success in one’s mission and removes fears during travel to anyone who chants this stotra with devotion.

Benefits:

• Safe and obstacle-free travel
• Protection during journeys and difficult situations
• Success in ventures, exams, meetings, interviews
• Removal of fear, anxiety, and negative energies
• Divine guidance and clarity in life’s path

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sri Margabandhu Stotram?
Sri Margabandhu Stotram is a powerful hymn dedicated to Lord Shiva, praising Him as the divine guide and protector in all journeys of life. It helps in overcoming physical, mental, and spiritual obstacles.
When and how should one recite Sri Margabandhu Stotram?
This stotram should be recited with devotion before embarking on a journey, starting a new venture, or making important life decisions. Chanting it with a pure mind, meditating on Lord Shiva, is ideal.
What are the benefits of chanting Sri Margabandhu Stotram?
Chanting this stotram provides protection during travel, removes obstacles, brings success in endeavors, alleviates fear and anxiety, and offers divine guidance in life. It grants peace and courage.
Who can recite Sri Margabandhu Stotram?
Anyone with faith and devotion to Lord Shiva can recite this stotram. There are no specific restrictions based on gender, caste, or age.
How many times should one chant this stotram?
It is generally recommended to chant at least once or three times daily. Specifically, before a journey or an important task, it can be chanted 11, 21, or 108 times.
What is the origin or source of Sri Margabandhu Stotram?
Sri Margabandhu Stotram was composed by the great Advaita scholar and philosopher Sri Appayya Dikshitar. It is one of his many devotional works.

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