Gananayaka Ashtakam

This hymn glorifies Lord Ganesha, the leader of the Groups. Each stanza describes his various attributes and powers, depicting him as the remover of obstacles, the giver of success, and a deity worshipped by a multitude of celestial beings. Through vivid imagery, it praises his divine form and supreme qualities, reaffirming his role as a protector and benefactor to his devotees.

Lyrics:

एकदन्तं महाकायं तप्तकाञ्चनसन्निभम्।
लम्बोदरं विशालाक्षं वन्देऽहं गणनायकम्।
मौञ्जीकृष्णाजिनधरं नागयज्ञोपवीतिनम्।
बालेन्दुसुकलामौलिं वन्देऽहं गणनायकम्।
अम्बिकाहृदयानन्दं मातृभिः परिवेष्टितम्।
भक्तिप्रियं मदोन्मत्तं वन्देऽहं गणनायकम्।
चित्ररत्नविचित्राङ्गं चित्रमालाविभूषितम्।
चित्ररूपधरं देवं वन्देऽहं गणनायकम्।
गजवक्त्रं सुरश्रेष्ठं कर्णचामरभूषितम्।
पाशाङ्कुशधरं देवं वन्देऽहं गणनायकम्।
मूषकोत्तममारुह्य देवासुरमहाहवे।
योद्धुकामं महावीर्यं वन्देऽहं गणनायकम्।
यक्षकिन्नरगन्धर्वसिद्धविद्याधरैः सदा।
स्तूयमानं महात्मानं वन्देऽहं गणनायकम्।
सर्वविघ्नहरं देवं सर्वविघ्नविवर्जितम्।
सर्वसिद्धिप्रदातारं वन्देऽहं गणनायकम्।
गणाष्टकमिदं पुण्यं यः पठेत् सततं नरः।
सिद्ध्यन्ति सर्वकार्याणि विद्यावान् धनवान् भवेत्।

ekadantam' mahaakaayam' taptakaanchanasannibham.
lambodaram' vishaalaaksham' vande'ham' gananaayakam.
maunjeekri'shnaajinadharam' naagayajnyopaveetinam.
baalendusukalaamaulim' vande'ham' gananaayakam.
ambikaahri'dayaanandam' maatri'bhih' parivesht'itam.
bhaktipriyam' madonmattam' vande'ham' gananaayakam.
chitraratnavichitraangam' chitramaalaavibhooshitam.
chitraroopadharam' devam' vande'ham' gananaayakam.
gajavaktram' surashresht'ham' karnachaamarabhooshitam.
paashaankushadharam' devam' vande'ham' gananaayakam.
mooshakottamamaaruhya devaasuramahaahave.
yoddhukaamam' mahaaveeryam' vande'ham' gananaayakam.
yakshakinnaragandharvasiddhavidyaadharaih' sadaa.
stooyamaanam' mahaatmaanam' vande'ham' gananaayakam.
sarvavighnaharam' devam' sarvavighnavivarjitam.
sarvasiddhipradaataaram' vande'ham' gananaayakam.
ganaasht'akamidam' punyam' yah' pat'het satatam' narah'.
siddhyanti sarvakaaryaani vidyaavaan dhanavaan bhavet.

Meaning:

I bow to Lord Ganesha, who has a single tusk, a massive body, shines like molten gold, has a large belly, and broad eyes.(एकदन्तम्)
I bow to Lord Ganesha, who wears a girdle of straw, a deer skin, a snake as a sacred thread, and a crescent moon on his head.(मौञ्जीकृष्णाजिनधरम्)
I bow to Lord Ganesha, who is the joy of Parvati's heart, surrounded by his mothers, beloved by devotees, and exhilarated with bliss.(अम्बिकाहृदयानन्दम्)
I bow to Lord Ganesha, who has a form adorned with various gems, wearing a garland of wonders, and taking on a wonderful form.(चित्ररत्नविचित्राङ्गम्)
I bow to Lord Ganesha, who has an elephant face, is the best among gods, adorned with ear fans, and holds a noose and goad.(गजवक्त्रम्)
I bow to Lord Ganesha, who rides a mouse, eager to fight in the great battle of gods and demons, and possesses great strength.(मूषकोत्तममारुह्य)
I bow to Lord Ganesha, who is always praised by Yakshas, Kinnaras, Gandharvas, Siddhas, and Vidyadharas, and who is a great soul.(यक्षकिन्नरगन्धर्व)
I bow to Lord Ganesha, who removes all obstacles, is free from all obstacles, and grants all perfections.(सर्वविघ्नहरम्)
This auspicious hymn of eight verses dedicated to Ganesha, if recited regularly by a person, leads to the successful accomplishment of all tasks. The reciter becomes knowledgeable and wealthy.(गणाष्टकमिदम्)

Benefits of Chanting this Stotra:

Chanting the Ganesh Ashtakam with devotion can lead to the removal of obstacles in one's life, the attainment of success in various endeavors, and the acquisition of wisdom and prosperity. Regular recitation can instill peace of mind, enhance spiritual growth, and bring the blessings of Lord Ganesha to the devotee, ensuring the fulfillment of all righteous desires.

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