Shri Gopala Sahasranama Stotram
Shri Gopala Sahasranama Stotram from Sammohana Tantra. The 1000 divine names of Lord Sri Krishna (Gopala) in IAST English transliteration, Phalashruti, and English meaning.
Verses
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Stotram Name | Shri Gopala Sahasranama Stotram |
| Primary Deity | Lord Sri Krishna (Gopala / Radha-Krishna) |
| Composer | Lord Shiva (Sammohana Tantra) |
| Source Text | Sammohana Tantra (Shiva-Parvati Samvada) |
| Language | IAST English Transliteration |
Introduction
Shri Gopala Sahasranama Stotram (The Thousand Divine Names of Lord Gopala Krishna) is a celebrated Vaishnava hymn embedded in the Sammohana Tantra, spoken by Lord Shiva to Mother Parvati.
The name Gopala denotes Lord Krishna as the divine protector of cows (Go), the senses, the Vedas, and all living souls in the universe. This Sahasranama encompasses Krishna's eternal pastimes in Vrindavan, His sweet relationship with Srimati Radharani, His heroic slaying of Kamsa and other demons, and His delivery of the Bhagavad Gita on the battlefield of Kurukshetra.
The stotram opens with the immortal meditation: "Kastūrī-Tilakaṃ Lalāṭa-Phalake Vakṣaḥ-Sthale Kaustubham" ("With musk tilaka adorning His forehead, the radiant Kaustubha jewel resting on His chest, a shining pearl at the tip of His nose, flute in His hand... victory to the crest-jewel of Gopas!").
Verses
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Stotram Name | Shri Gopala Sahasranama Stotram |
| Primary Deity | Lord Sri Krishna (Gopala / Radha-Krishna) |
| Composer | Lord Shiva (Sammohana Tantra) |
| Source Text | Sammohana Tantra (Shiva-Parvati Samvada) |
| Language | IAST English Transliteration |
Benefits
According to scriptural declaration in the Sammohana Tantra, daily recitation of Shri Gopala Sahasranama grants:
- Blessing of Noble Children (Santana Gopala Phala): Bestows healthy, virtuous progeny to couples facing fertility hurdles.
- Awakening of Pure Krishna Prema: Fills the heart with divine ecstatic devotion to Sri Sri Radha-Krishna.
- Destruction of Severe Sins & Karmic Obstacles: Cleanses all residual karmas across countless lifetimes.
- Victory over Enemies & Planetary Doshams: Protects against malefic planetary transits, jealousy, and litigation.
- Attainment of Goloka Vrindavan Abode: Delivers the soul from rebirth, granting eternal residence in the realm of Goloka.
Gopāla-Sahasranāma-Stotraṃ Yaḥ Paṭhed-Bhakti-Samyuktaḥ ।
Tasya Sarvārtha-Siddhiḥ Syāt-Kṛṣṇa-Bhaktiḥ Pravardhate ॥ 9 ॥
Meaning of Phalashruti
Whoever recites this sacred Gopala Sahasranama Stotram with deep faith and devotion will have all righteous desires fulfilled, be blessed with noble children, and attain eternal love at Lord Sri Krishna's lotus feet.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are the benefits of chanting Gopala Sahasranama?
Granting children (Santana Prapti), purifying the mind, removing obstacles, and attaining eternal love for Sri Krishna.