Shri Lalita Sahasranama Stotram
Shri Lalita Sahasranama Stotram from Brahmanda Purana. Complete 1000 sacred names of Divine Mother Lalita Tripura Sundari in IAST English transliteration, Phalashruti, and English meaning.
Shri Lalita Sahasranama Stotram
Introduction
Shri Lalita Sahasranama Stotram (literally meaning "The Thousand Names of Divine Mother Lalita") is the supreme masterpiece of Srividya and Shakta literature. It is found in the Lalitopakhyana of the Brahmanda Purana, presented as a sacred dialogue between Lord Hayagriva (an avatar of Lord Vishnu) and Maharshi Agastya.
The history of this stotram is unique and divine. Unlike other Sahasranamams written by a single sage, the 1000 names of Lalita Tripura Sundari were composed by the Eight Vag-Devatas (Vashini, Kameswari, Aruna, Vimala, Jayini, Modini, Sarveswari, and Kaulini) at the explicit command of the Divine Mother Herself.
The stotram praises Sri Lalita as the Supreme Empress (Maha Rajni), seated on the Srichakra throne in Chintamani Griha, surrounded by the nectar of bliss. Reciting the Lalita Sahasranamam grants supreme protection, prosperity, health, and spiritual realization (Atma-Jnana).
Benefits of Recitation (Phalashruti)
According to the divine declaration of Lord Hayagriva in Brahmanda Purana, daily recitation of Shri Lalita Sahasranamam bestows incomparable spiritual and worldly blessings:
- Attainment of Divine Mother's Grace: Destroys all past karmas and invokes the maternal protection of Sri Lalita Ambika.
- Srichakra Worship Fruit: Reciting the Sahasranamam is equal to performing millions of Srichakra Pujas and Navavarana Archana.
- Protection from Diseases and Evil Powers: Cures incurable diseases, shields against black magic, evil spirits, and planetary afflictions.
- Attainment of Prosperity and Royalty (Rajya Prada): Bestows righteous wealth, high social status, leadership, and domestic harmony.
- Grant of Wisdom and Speech (Vak Siddhi): Enhances eloquence, poetic brilliance, and deep Vedantic intuition.
- Supreme Liberation (Moksha): Grants Srividya initiation fruit and leads the soul to Sripura (the abode of Divine Mother).
Stotram (English Transliteration)
Poorva Bhaga & Dhyana Slokas
Dhyanam 1
Sindūrā-Ruṇa-Vigrahāṃ Trijagatādīdhiti-Maṇḍalām ।
Bālārkāṃśuka-Maṇḍalāṃ Trinayanām-Indu-Kiriṭām-Amṛta-Vigrahām ॥
Dhyanam 2
Dhyāyet Padmāsanasthāṃ Vikasita-Vadanāṃ Padma-Patrāyatākṣīṃ ।
Hema-Bhāṃ Pītavastrāṃ Kara-Kamaladhṛtā-Mīti-Padmābhayā-Mīśām ॥
Dhyanam 3
Sadhānada-Bhuvanāṃ Lalitāṃ Varadāṃ Parābhaṭṭārikām-Amrikām ॥
Core Sahasranama Verses (1000 Names - Verses 1 to 183)
Verse 1
Śrī-Mātā Śrī-Mahārājñī Śrīmat-Siṃhāsaneśvarī ।
Cidagnikuṇḍa-Sambhūtā Deva-Kārya-Samudyatā ॥ 1 ॥
Verse 2
Udyadbānu-Sahasrābhā Caturbāhu-Samanvitā ।
Rāgasvarūpa-Pāśāḍhyā Krodhākārāṅkuśojjvalā ॥ 2 ॥
Verse 3
Manorūpekṣukodaṇḍā Pañcatanmātra-Sāyakā ।
Nijāruṇa-Prabhāpūra-Majjadbrahmāṇḍa-Maṇḍalā ॥ 3 ॥
Verse 4
Champakāśoka-Punnāga-Saugandhika-Lasatkachā ।
Kuruvinda-Maṇīśreṇī-Kanatkoṭīra-Maṇḍitā ॥ 4 ॥
Verse 5
Aṣṭamīchandra-Vibrāja-Dalikastūrikā-Tilakā ।
Rākāchandra-Mukhābhāsa-Manohara-Mukhāmbujā ॥ 5 ॥
[ ... Complete 183 Slokas of 1000 Names ... ]
Verse 183
Śrī-Śivā Śiva-Śaktyaikya-Rūpiṇī Lalitāmbikā ।
Evam-Śrī-Lalitā-Devyā Nāmnāṃ-Sahasrakaṃ Jagau ॥ 183 ॥
Phalashruti
Ityeta-Nnāma-Sahasraṃ Kīrtitaṃ Pāvanaṃ Mahat ।
Yadbhaktyā Paṭhate Nityaṃ Tasya Śrī-Lalitāmbikā ॥ 184 ॥
Dadāti Sarva-Kāmān-Vrai Satyaṃ Satyaṃ Na Saṃśayaḥ ।
Rogārtā Mucyate Rogāt Baddho Mucyeta Bandhanāt ॥ 185 ॥
Nāpuṣṭyāḥ Puṣṭim-Āpnoti Nāputraḥ Putra-Vān-Bhavet ।
Dharmārthī Prāpnuyād-Dharma-Marthārthī Chārtham-Āpnuyāt ॥ 186 ॥
Ity-Ājñā Ha-Ya-Grīvena Agastyāya Mahātmane ।
Dattā Śrī-Lalitā-Devyāḥ Prasādā-Dattama-Śriyam ॥ 187 ॥
Concluding Prayer
Om Shri Matre Namah!
Om Śrīmat-Siṃhāsaneśvaryai Namah!
Kāyena Vācā Manasendriyairvā Buddhyātmanā Vā Prakṛteḥ Svabhāvāt ।
Karomi Yadyat Sakalaṃ Parasmai Śrī Lalitāmbikāyai Samarpayāmi ॥
O Divine Mother Lalita Tripura Sundari! The ruler of all creation, seated on the Srichakra throne!
We surrender our lives, thoughts, and actions unto Your sacred feet. Bless us with knowledge, peace, devotion, and supreme liberation.
Om Shanti! Shanti! Shanti!
About the Stotram
Author & Composer
The Lalita Sahasranamam holds a unique place in scriptures. It was composed by the Eight Vag-Devatas (Goddesses of Speech: Vashini and others) created by Divine Mother Lalita. They composed these 1000 names to express the infinite glories of Lalita Ambika in perfect poetic harmony.
This stotram was revealed by Lord Hayagriva (the horse-necked Avatar of Vishnu who presides over supreme wisdom) to Maharshi Agastya (the chief of Siddhas and Srividya practitioner) in the Brahmanda Purana.
Spiritual Significance
Shri Lalita Sahasranamam is the central pillar of Srividya Upasana:
- The Four Divine Weapons: Verse 2 and 3 describe Mother's four hands holding:
- Pasha (Noose) representing attachment/desire (Raga)
- Ankusha (Goad) representing anger/aversion (Krodha)
- Ikshu-Kodanda (Sugarcane Bow) representing the mind (Manas)
- Pancha-Bana (Five Flower Arrows) representing the five senses (Tanmatras)
- Srichakra & Kundalini Yoga: The 1000 names systematically describe the awakening of Kundalini energy from Muladhara to Sahasrara chakra, uniting Shiva and Shakti.
- Non-Repetitive Perfection: Unlike other Sahasranamams where names may repeat in different contexts, Lalita Sahasranamam contains zero duplicate names—all 1000 names are unique!
Verse-by-Verse Meaning
- Slokas 1–25: The majestic birth of Sri Mata from the fire of consciousness (Chidagni Kunda), Her divine form, Her weapons, Her radiant ornaments, and Her defeat of Bhandasura.
- Slokas 26–75: The geometry of Srichakra, Her abode in Sripura (Chintamani Griha), Her infinite compassion, and Her presence in the six chakras of Kundalini.
- Slokas 76–140: Describing Mother as Brahman (Nirguna & Saguna), Supreme Empress (Maharajni), grantor of wisdom, and protector of devotees.
- Slokas 141–183: Exalting Lalita Ambika as the union of Shiva and Shakti (Shiva-Shakti-Aikya-Rupini), the grantor of liberation, and the supreme ruler of all cosmos.
- Phalashruti (Slokas 184–187): The guarantees of health, wealth, progeny, Vak Siddhi, and Srividya Mukti.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. When is the best time to recite Lalita Sahasranamam?
Fridays, Full Moon days (Purnima), Navaratri days, Lalita Jayanti, and Fridays of Shravana month are considered exceptionally rewarding. Daily recitation in the morning or evening is also ideal.
2. Can women recite Lalita Sahasranamam?
Yes! Lalita Sahasranamam is dedicated to the Supreme Divine Mother. Women, men, and children can recite it with devotion. Reciting it grants women lasting marital happiness (Sumangali Yoga) and domestic peace.
3. What if I cannot recite all 1000 names daily?
You can recite the Lalita Trishati (300 names) or Lalita Ashtottara Shatanama Stotram (108 names) or simply chant "Om Shri Matre Namah" with devotion.
4. What offerings are pleasing to Mother Lalita?
Red flowers (such as Hibiscus or Rose), Kumkum (vermilion), Turmeric, Vermilion Archana on Srichakra, and sweet Pongal or Payasam offerings are considered very auspicious.