Shri Dattatreya Stotram
Shri Dattatreya Stotram composed by Sage Narada in Narada Purana. Complete 8 verses praising Lord Dattatreya as Trimurti Avadhuta in IAST English transliteration, Phalashruti, and English meaning.
Verses
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Stotram Name | Shri Dattatreya Stotram |
| Primary Deity | Lord Dattatreya (Trimurti Avatara) |
| Composer | Sage Narada |
| Source Text | Narada Purana / Datta Samhita |
| Language | IAST English Transliteration |
Introduction
Shri Dattatreya Stotram is an 8-verse devotional hymn composed by Sage Narada in the Narada Purana, dedicated to Lord Dattatreya, the primordial Avadhuta who embodies the united cosmic trinity of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva (Trimurti).
Born to the sage-couple Atri Maharshi and Mata Anasuya, Lord Dattatreya is celebrated as Smartrugami—the compassionate Guru who appears instantly in subtle form whenever remembered with heartfelt love (Smaraṇāt Tārayati).
The stotram opens with the serene meditation: "Jaṭādharaṃ Pāṇḍuraṅgaṃ Śūlahastaṃ Kṛpānidhim" and ends every verse with the powerful surrender: "Dattātreyam-Ahaṃ Bhaje" ("I worship Lord Dattatreya!").
Verses
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Stotram Name | Shri Dattatreya Stotram |
| Primary Deity | Lord Dattatreya (Trimurti Avatara) |
| Composer | Sage Narada |
| Source Text | Narada Purana / Datta Samhita |
| Language | IAST English Transliteration |
Meaning
- Trimurti Unity: Praises Lord Dattatreya as the synthesis of Brahma (Creation), Vishnu (Preservation), and Shiva (Dissolution).
- Sarva Roga & Graha Nivarana: Specifically prayed to for overcoming chronic illnesses and planetary afflictions.
- Smartrugami Grace: Reminds seekers that Dattatreya protects instantly upon mere remembrance (Smarana).
Benefits
According to scriptural tradition and verse 8 of this stotram, daily recitation of Shri Dattatreya Stotram grants:
- Healing of All Incurable Diseases (Sarva-Roga-Haram Devam): Delivers rapid recovery from physical ailments and mental distress.
- Relief from All Planetary Afflictions (Sarva-Graha-Nivarinam): Neutralizes malefic Jupiter (Guru Dosha), Saturn, Rahu, and Ketu.
- Grant of Spiritual Knowledge and Yoga (Jnana-Yoga-Pradataram): Awakens inner discrimination (Viveka), dispassion (Vairagya), and Guru-grace.
- Destruction of Sins (Tasya Sarvani Papani Nashyanti): Eradicates all accumulated sins across past births.
- Fulfillment of Righteous Desires (Bhaktābhishta-Pradātāram): Bestows peace, protection, and liberation (Moksha).
Iti Śrī-Nārada-Purāṇe Nārada-Viracitaṃ Śrī-Dattātreya-Stotraṃ Saṃpūrṇam ॥ 9 ॥
Meaning of Phalashruti
Thus concludes the sacred Shri Dattatreya Stotram composed by Sage Narada in the Narada Purana. Whoever recites this stotram daily with pure devotion will have all sins destroyed beyond doubt and receive Lord Dattatreya's eternal protection.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When should Dattatreya Stotram be chanted?
Every Thursday (Guruvar), during Dattatreya Jayanti, Pradosham, and daily in the morning for Guru's blessings.