Shri Raja Rajeshwari Ashtakam
Shri Raja Rajeshwari Ashtakam composed by Sri Adi Shankaracharya. Complete 8 verses praising Sri Maha Tripurasundari on the Sri Chakra throne in IAST English transliteration, Phalashruti, and English meaning.
Verses
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Stotram Name | Shri Raja Rajeshwari Ashtakam |
| Primary Deity | Goddess Raja Rajeshwari (Maha Tripurasundari) |
| Composer | Sri Adi Shankaracharya |
| Source Text | Sri Adi Shankara Granthavali |
| Language | IAST English Transliteration |
Introduction
Shri Raja Rajeshwari Ashtakam is an 8-verse devotional hymn composed by Sri Adi Shankaracharya, dedicated to Goddess Raja Rajeshwari (Maha Tripurasundari), the sovereign Empress of the Sri Chakra and the supreme Mother of the cosmos.
The name Raja Rajeshwari signifies the Supreme Ruler over all kings, gods, and cosmic forces. Seated gracefully on the Sri Chakra throne (Simhasana) alongside Lord Kameshwara, Mother Raja Rajeshwari holds the five flower-arrows (Pancha Bana), the sugarcane bow (Ikshu Dhanus), the noose (Pasha), and the goad (Ankusha).
Every verse of this Ashtakam concludes with the loving, melodious refrain: "Ambāmba Ambāmba Ambāmbike | Śrī-Rājarājeśvari Tripurasundari Rakṣa Mām" ("O Mother of mothers, O Supreme Mother! O Raja Rajeshwari, O Tripurasundari, protect me!").
Verses
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Stotram Name | Shri Raja Rajeshwari Ashtakam |
| Primary Deity | Goddess Raja Rajeshwari (Maha Tripurasundari) |
| Composer | Sri Adi Shankaracharya |
| Source Text | Sri Adi Shankara Granthavali |
| Language | IAST English Transliteration |
Meaning
- Sri Vidya Sovereign: Raja Rajeshwari is the reigning deity of the Sri Chakra Yantra.
- Motherly Refuge: Chanting Ambamba invokes the most tender, motherly aspect of the divine.
- Four Divine Weapons: Represents control over mind (bow), senses (arrows), attachment (noose), and anger (goad).
Benefits
According to scriptural tradition and verse 9 of this stotram, daily recitation of Shri Raja Rajeshwari Ashtakam grants:
- Attainment of Raja Yoga and Sovereignty: Bestows high authority, leadership success, and social respect.
- Permanent Abode of Goddess Lakshmi (Sthira Lakshmi): Removes poverty and ensures lasting financial prosperity in the home.
- Fulfillment of All Righteous Desires (Bhakta-Manoratha-Purana): Grants health, peace, harmonious relationships, and long life.
- Sri Vidya & Sri Chakra Grace: Awakens Kundalini energy and deepens mantra meditation for Sri Vidya practitioners.
- Attainment of Liberation (Moksha): Grants freedom from worldly fears and eternal bliss at the Mother's feet.
Rājarājeśvary-Aṣṭakaṃ Yaḥ Paṭhet-Śraddhayānvitaḥ ।
Tasya Lakṣmīḥ Sadā Tiṣṭhet-Mokṣaṃ Ca Labhate Dhruvam ॥ 9 ॥
Meaning of Phalashruti
Whoever recites this sacred Raja Rajeshwari Ashtakam with unswerving faith will enjoy lasting wealth (Sthira Lakshmi) throughout life and attain supreme liberation () beyond all doubt.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When should Raja Rajeshwari Ashtakam be chanted?
On Fridays, Tuesdays, Pournami (Full Moon day), during Navaratri, and every morning.