Shri Rama Bhujanga Prayata Stotram
Shri Rama Bhujanga Prayata Stotram composed by Sri Adi Shankaracharya. Complete 29 serpent-meter verses praising Lord Shri Ramachandra in IAST English transliteration, Phalashruti, and English meaning.
Verses
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Stotram Name | Shri Rama Bhujanga Prayata Stotram |
| Primary Deity | Lord Shri Ramachandra |
| Composer | Sri Adi Shankaracharya |
| Language | IAST English Transliteration |
| Poetic Meter | Bhujangaprayata (Serpent Meter) |
Introduction
Shri Rama Bhujanga Prayata Stotram is a 29-verse devotional hymn composed by Sri Adi Shankaracharya in praise of Lord Shri Ramachandra, written in the rhythmic Bhujangaprayata (Serpent) poetic meter.
In this stotram, Shankaracharya combines deep Vedantic philosophy with ecstatic devotion (Bhakti Rasa), praising Lord Rama as the Supreme Self (Paramatman), the slayer of demons, the protector of devotees, and the compassionate master of Ayodhya.
Each verse flows with rhythmic grace, praising Rama's lotus eyes, bow Kodanda, victory over Ravana, and His divine form residing in the heart of devotees.
Verses
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Stotram Name | Shri Rama Bhujanga Prayata Stotram |
| Primary Deity | Lord Shri Ramachandra |
| Composer | Sri Adi Shankaracharya |
| Language | IAST English Transliteration |
| Poetic Meter | Bhujangaprayata (Serpent Meter) |
Meaning
- Verse 1: I worship Ramachandra, pure knowledge, infinite form, supreme bliss, first of Purushottamas.
- Verse 2: I worship Rama, Lord of Raghu dynasty, imperishable, known through Vedanta, taintless.
- Verses 3–28: Describing Rama destroying Viradha and demons, granting boons to sages, Sita's consort, warrior king.
- Verse 29 (Phalashruti): Reciting daily frees from sins and grants Sri Rama Loka.
Spiritual Significance
Rama Bhujangam blends Advaita Vedanta with Rama Bhakti:
- Visuddham Vijnanam: Praises Rama as pure consciousness (Vijnanam) and Supreme Brahman.
- Serpent Meter: Written in the undulating Bhujanga meter representing Kundalini energy.
- : Praises Rama holding His divine bow Kodanda to destroy darkness.
Benefits
According to scriptural tradition and verse 29 of this stotram, daily recitation of Shri Rama Bhujanga Prayata Stotram grants the following blessings:
- Destruction of All Sins and Sorrows: Cleanses karmas accumulated across lifetimes.
- Grant of Absolute Protection and Courage: Shields against fear, bad dreams, enemies, and disease.
- Awakening of Pure Devotion and Intellect: Bestows Vedantic wisdom and love for Rama's lotus feet.
- Attainment of Vaikuntha / Saket Abode: Delivers the soul to eternal liberation (Moksha).
Whoever recites this Rama Bhujanga Prayata Stotram composed by Sri Adi Shankaracharya daily with devotion will be delivered from all accumulated sins and reach the supreme, eternal realm of Lord Rama (Sri Rama Loka).
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When should Rama Bhujanga Prayata Stotram be chanted?
Sri Rama Navami, Tuesdays, Saturdays, and daily morning/evening prayers.
2. Who composed this stotram?
Sri Adi Shankaracharya, who composed several Bhujangam hymns (Subramanya, Shiva, Rama, Ganesha).