Sri Subrahmanya Ashtakam (Karavalamba Stotram)

No ratings

0 views

shree subrahmanya asht'akam' (karaavalamba stotram')

He svaaminaatha karunaakara deenabandho
Shreepaarvateeshamukhapankajapadmabandho |
Shreeshaadidevaganapoojitapaadapadma
Valleeshanaatha mama dehi karaavalambam || 1 ||

Devaadidevasuta devaganaadhinaatha [nuta]
Devendravandya mri'dupankajamanjupaada |
Devarshinaaradamuneendrasugeetakeerte
Valleeshanaatha mama dehi karaavalambam || 2 ||

Nityaannadaananirataakhilarogahaarin
Tasmaatpradaanaparipooritabhaktakaama | [bhaagya]
Shrutyaagamapranavavaachyanijasvaroopa
Valleeshanaatha mama dehi karaavalambam || 3 ||

Kraunchaasurendraparikhand'anashaktishoola-
-paashaadishastraparimand'itadivyapaane | [chaapaadi]
Shreekund'aleeshadharatund'ashikheendravaaha
Valleeshanaatha mama dehi karaavalambam || 4 ||

Devaadideva rathamand'alamadhyavedya
Devendrapeet'hanagaram' dri'd'hachaapahastam |
Shooram' nihatya surakot'ibhireed'yamaana
Valleeshanaatha mama dehi karaavalambam || 5 ||

Heeraadiratnamaniyuktakireet'ahaara [haaraadi]
Keyoorakund'alalasatkavachaabhiraamam |
He veera taaraka jayaa'marabri'ndavandya
Valleeshanaatha mama dehi karaavalambam || 6 ||

Panchaaksharaadimanumantritagaangatoyaih'
Panchaamri'taih' pramuditendramukhairmuneendraih' |
Pat't'aabhishikta hariyukta paraasanaatha
Valleeshanaatha mama dehi karaavalambam || 7 ||

Shreekaartikeya karunaamri'tapoornadri'sht'yaa
Kaamaadirogakalusheekri'tadusht'achittam |
Siktvaa tu maamavakal'aadhara kaantikaantyaa
Valleeshanaatha mama dehi karaavalambam || 8 ||

Subrahmanyaasht'akam' punyam' ye pat'hanti dvijottamaah' |
Te sarve muktimaayaanti subrahmanya prasaadatah' || 9 ||

Subrahmanyaasht'akamidam' praatarutthaaya yah' pat'het |
Kot'ijanmakri'tam' paapam' tatkshanaadeva nashyati || 10 ||

Iti shree subrahmanyaasht'akam |

Meaning

This Ashtakam is a heartfelt prayer where the devotee pleads:
“O Lord Subrahmanya, hold my hand and lift me up from my troubles.”

Each verse expresses:
    •    Devotion to the lotus feet of the son of Shiva and Parvati
    •    Praise by devas, rishis, and sages
    •    His nature as the giver of food, health, blessings and protection
    •    His divine form holding shakti, bow, arrow and spear
    •    His valor in destroying the demon Krauncha
    •    His radiant ornaments, crown, peacock mount
    •    His association with sacred waters, panchamrita and holy rituals
    •    His compassionate glance that removes inner impurities like desire, anger and confusion

Essence:
“Lord Subrahmanya, the merciful one, destroyer of darkness — lift me with Your divine hand and bless me with purity, health and liberation.”

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sri Subrahmanya Ashtakam (Karavalamba Stotram)?

It is a devotional hymn of eight verses dedicated to Lord Subrahmanya (Kartikeya). It is a heartfelt prayer to the Lord for protection and guidance from troubles. 'Karavalamba' signifies seeking His helping hand.

When and how should one recite this stotra?

This stotra should ideally be recited daily, especially during the Brahmamuhurta or in the evening, after a bath, with devotion and focus. It can be recited during difficult times or before starting new ventures.

What are the benefits of reciting this stotra?

Recitation of this stotra removes fears, grants peace, good health, and courage. It helps remove obstacles, aids children's education, fulfills desires, and brings mental stability.

Who should recite this stotra?

Anyone seeking protection, relief from problems (health, financial, mental), spiritual growth, or blessings for family and children can recite it. Devotees of Lord Subrahmanya should especially recite this.

How many times should one recite this stotra?

Traditionally, one can recite it once, 3, 11, or 108 times daily, or as part of daily puja. Consistency and devotion are considered more important than the exact number of repetitions.

What is the origin/source of this stotra?

It is a traditional devotional hymn, often attributed to Adi Shankara, although its exact authorship is debated. It is a very popular prayer within the Subrahmanya tradition.

Sri Subrahmanya Ashtakam (Karavalamba Stotram)

shree subrahmanya asht'akam' (karaavalamba stotram')

Meaning

Frequently Asked Questions

Related Stotras

Sri Subrahmanya Sahasranama Stotram

Sri Skanda Dandakam

Sri Subrahmanya Shatkam

Subrahmanya Vajra Panjara Kavacham

Sri Subrahmanya Manasa Puja Stotram

Sri Subrahmanya Pancharatnam

Comments

Browse by Category

Browse by Deva