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Sri Surya Pratah Smarana Stotram

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Shree soorya praatah' smarana stotram'

Praatah' smaraami khalu tatsaviturvarenyam'
Roopam' hi mand'alamri'cho'tha tanuryajoom'shi |
Saamaani yasya kiranaah' prabhavaadihetum'
Brahmaaharaatmakamalakshyamachintyaroopam || 1 ||

Praatarnamaami taranim' tanuvaangmanobhi-
-rbrahmendrapoorvakasurairnatamarchitam' cha |
Vri'sht'ipramochanavinigrahahetubhootam'
Trailokyapaalanaparam' trigunaatmakam' cha || 2 ||

Praatarbhajaami savitaaramanantashaktim'
Paapaughashatrubhayarogaharam' param' cha |
Tam' sarvalokakalanaatmakakaalamoortim'
Gokant'habandhanavimochanamaadidevam || 3 ||

Shlokatrayamidam' bhaanoh' praatah' praatah' pat'hettu yah' |
Sa sarvavyaadhinirmuktah' param' sukhamavaapnuyaat || 4 ||

Iti shree soorya praatah' smarana stotram |

Meaning

This “Surya Pratah Smarana Stotram” is a sacred morning hymn remembering the Sun God at dawn. The first verse describes Savita, the supreme solar deity, whose form embodies the Vedic triad — Rig Veda as His radiant orb, Yajur Veda as His body, and Sama Veda as His rays. He is the cosmic source of creation, sustenance and dissolution, beyond ordinary perception, the very embodiment of Brahma, Vishnu and Rudra.

The second verse praises Surya as the deity worshipped by Brahma, Indra, and all celestial beings. He governs rain, controls seasons, maintains the worlds and acts through the three gunas — sattva, rajas, tamas. To bow to Him with body, speech and mind purifies the devotee and removes ignorance.

The third verse invokes Surya as the destroyer of sins, enemies, fear and diseases, the master of infinite power and the very flow of time itself. He is the primal deity who liberates beings from worldly bondage and grants spiritual clarity.

The phalaśruti promises that the one who recites these three verses every morning becomes free from diseases and attains supreme happiness, health and peace.

Benefits
• Removes diseases and strengthens the body
• Enhances eyesight, vitality and digestion
• Destroys sins, fears and negative influences
• Gives clarity, peace and daily well-being
• Ideal morning invocation to energize the mind and soul

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sri Surya Pratah Smarana Stotram?
It is a sacred hymn dedicated to Lord Surya (the Sun God), recited daily in the morning to invoke his blessings. It describes Surya as the source of all creation and the embodiment of the Supreme Brahman.
When and how should one recite this Stotram?
This Stotram should be recited daily during sunrise, after taking a bath and facing the sun, with devotion and sincerity.
What are the benefits of reciting Sri Surya Pratah Smarana Stotram?
Reciting this Stotram helps cure diseases, improves eyesight, destroys sins, removes fear from enemies, brings mental peace, and grants longevity.
Who can recite this Stotram?
Anyone, regardless of age, who has devotion and faith in Lord Surya can recite this Stotram. It is especially beneficial for those seeking good health, peace, and spiritual upliftment.
How many times should this Stotram be recited?
Generally, reciting this Stotram at least once every morning is considered auspicious. Those seeking greater benefits may recite it 3, 5, 11, or 21 times.
What is the origin or source of this Stotram?
This Stotram originates from ancient Hindu scriptures. It is one among many hymns praising the glory of Lord Surya and encapsulates the essence of the Vedas.

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