Bhavani Ashtakam Lyrics & Meaning in English
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Bhavani Ashtakam is a devotional hymn dedicated to Goddess Durga, specifically invoking her as Bhavani, with the core purpose of seeking her divine protection and grace. This hymn resonates with the devotion and surrender of the seeker towards the supreme mother.
- Hymn
- Bhavani Ashtakam
- Deity
- Goddess Durga
- Number of verses
- 4
- Best day to chant
- Friday
- Available languages
- English, Telugu, Hindi
- Last updated
- 18 Jul 2026
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Bhavani Ashtakam Full Lyrics in English (English)
📄 Download English PDF1 - 2 Listen
na tātō na mātā na bandhurna dātā
na putrō na putrī na bhr̥tyō na bhartā |
na jāyā na vidyā na vr̥ttirmamaiva
gatistvaṁ gatistvaṁ tvamēkā bhavāni ॥ 1 ॥
bhavābdhāvapārē mahāduḥkhabhīru
papāta prakāmī pralōbhī pramattaḥ |
kusaṁsārapāśaprabaddhaḥ sadāhaṁ
gatistvaṁ gatistvaṁ tvamēkā bhavāni
3 - 4 Listen
na jānāmi dānaṁ na ca dhyānayōgaṁ
na jānāmi tantraṁ na ca stōtramantram |
na jānāmi pūjāṁ na ca nyāsayōgaṁ
gatistvaṁ gatistvaṁ tvamēkā bhavāni ॥ 3 ॥
na jānāmi puṇyaṁ na jānāmi tīrthaṁ
na jānāmi muktiṁ layaṁ vā kadācit |
na jānāmi bhaktiṁ vrataṁ vāpi mātaḥ
gatistvaṁ gatistvaṁ tvamēkā bhavāni
5 - 6 Listen
kukarmī kusaṅgī kubuddhiḥ kudāsaḥ
kulācārahīnaḥ kadācāralīnaḥ |
kudr̥ṣṭiḥ kuvākyaprabandhaḥ sadāhaṁ
gatistvaṁ gatistvaṁ tvamēkā bhavāni ॥ 5 ॥
prajēśaṁ ramēśaṁ mahēśaṁ surēśaṁ
dinēśaṁ niśīthēśvaraṁ vā kadācit |
na jānāmi cānyat sadāhaṁ śaraṇyē
gatistvaṁ gatistvaṁ tvamēkā bhavāni
7 - 8 Listen
vivādē viṣādē pramādē pravāsē
jalē cānalē parvatē śatrumadhyē |
araṇyē śaraṇyē sadā māṁ prapāhi
gatistvaṁ gatistvaṁ tvamēkā bhavāni ॥ 7 ॥
anāthō daridrō jarārōgayuktō
mahākṣīṇadīnaḥ sadā jāḍyavaktraḥ |
vipattau praviṣṭaḥ pranaṣṭaḥ sadāhaṁ
gatistvaṁ gatistvaṁ tvamēkā bhavāni
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What does the Bhavani Ashtakam mean?
Chanting the Bhavani Ashtakam signifies a devotee's deep reverence and submission to Goddess Bhavani, seeking her protection and blessings. The hymn emphasizes the theme of seeking liberation and divine grace, making it a powerful spiritual practice. It is culturally significant for invoking the motherly aspect of divinity, offering solace and strength.
Who wrote the Bhavani Ashtakam and where does it come from?
The Bhavani Ashtakam is traditionally attributed to Adi Shankaracharya and is composed in Sanskrit. It is rooted in the Hindu tradition, reflecting the timeless veneration of Goddess Bhavani, a form of Durga. The hymn is a profound expression of devotion and surrender.
When and how should you chant the Bhavani Ashtakam?
Bhavani Ashtakam is best chanted during the early morning hours or during Navratri, a festival dedicated to Goddess Durga. Reciting it 11 or 21 times is common. Devotees should sit in a clean, quiet place, ideally facing east, and focus on correct pronunciation and devotional intent.
❤️ What are the benefits of chanting the Bhavani Ashtakam?
- ✓ Invokes divine protection and grace
- ✓ Enhances spiritual devotion
- ✓ Cultivates inner strength and courage
- ✓ Facilitates spiritual surrender
- ✓ Promotes mental peace
- ✓ Encourages liberation from worldly attachments