Totakashtakam in English
Totakashtakam is a devotional hymn composed by Adi Shankaracharya. This beautiful composition is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Totakashtakam consists of eight verses that exalt the glory and attributes of Lord Shiva. It is a profound expression of devotion, surrender, and reverence towards the divine.
Totakashtakam (English)
The hymn encapsulates the essence of Shiva’s divine qualities, such as his benevolence, wisdom, eternal bliss, and his role as the destroyer of ignorance. Chanting or listening to Totakashtakam is believed to invoke the blessings of Lord Shiva and bring spiritual upliftment. It helps seekers connect with the deeper aspects of their own consciousness and experience inner peace, clarity, and spiritual awakening.
If you seek divine grace, spiritual growth, or simply wish to experience the sublime beauty of devotional poetry, immerse yourself in the enchanting verses of Totakashtakam. Let the divine vibrations and profound teachings of this hymn resonate within you, guiding you on the path of spiritual awakening and enlightenment.
Totakashtakam – तोताकाष्टकम्
Viditakhilasastrasudhajaladhe
Mahitopanishatkathitarthanidhe |
Hridaye Kalaye Vimalam Charanam
Bhava Sankara Desika Me Saranam ||
Karunavarunalaya Palaya Mam
Bhavasagara Dukhkha Vidunahridam |
Rachayakhiladarsanatattvavidam
Bhava Sankara Desika Me Saranam ||
Bhavata Janata Suhita Bhavita
Nijabodhavicharana Charumate |
Kalyesvara Jivavivekavidam
Bhava Sankara Desika Me Saranam ||
Bhava Eva Bhava Niti Me Nitaram
Samajayata Chetasi Kowtukita |
Mama Varaya Mohamahajaladhim
Bhava Sankara Desika Me Saranam ||
Sukrite(A)Dhikrite Bahudha Bhavato
Bhavita Samadarsanalalasata |
Atidinamimam Paripalaya Mam
Bhava Sankara Desika Me Saranam ||
Jagatimavitum Kalitakritayo
Vicharanti Mahamahasachalata: |
Ahimamsurivatra Vibhasi Guro
Bhavasankara Desika Me Saranam ||
Guru Pungava Pungava Ketanate
Samatamayatam Nahi Kopi Sudhihi |
Saranagatavatsala Tattvanidhe
Bhavasankara Desikame Saranam ||
Vidita Na Maya Visadaikakala
Na Cha Kinchana Kanchana Masti Guro |
Drutameva Vidhehi Krupam Sahajam
Bhava Sankara Desika Me Saranam||
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