12 Shlokas of Dakshinamurthy Stotram with Meaning, Benefits and PDF

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Dakshinamurthy Stotram

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DakshinaMurthy Stotram Lyrics

ॐ दक्षिणामूर्ति स्तोत्रम्

ध्यानम्

ॐ मौनव्याख्या प्रकटित परब्रह्मतत्त्वं युवानम्।

वर्षिष्ठान्तेवसदृषिगणैरावृतं ब्रह्मनिष्ठैः।

आचार्येन्द्रं करकलित चिन्मुद्रमानन्दमूर्तिम्।

स्वात्मारामं मुदितवदनं दक्षिणामूर्तिमीडे॥

श्लोक १

विश्वं दर्पणदृश्यमाननगरी तुल्यं निजान्तर्गतम्।

पश्यन्नात्मनि मायया बहिरिवोद्भूतं यथा निद्रया।

यः साक्षात्कुरुते प्रभोधसमये स्वात्मानमेवाद्वयम्।

तस्मै श्रीगुरुमूर्तये नम इदं श्रीदक्षिणामूर्तये॥१॥

श्लोक २

बीजस्यान्तिवाङ्कुरो जगदिदं प्राङ्निर्विकल्पं पुनः।

मायाकल्पित देशकालकलना वैचित्र्यचित्रीकृतम्।

मायावीव विजृम्भयत्यपि महायोगीव यः स्वेच्छया।

तस्मै श्रीगुरुमूर्तये नम इदं श्रीदक्षिणामूर्तये॥२॥

श्लोक ३

यस्यैव स्फुरणं सदात्मकमसत्कल्पार्थकं भासते।

साक्षात्तत्त्वमसीति वेदवचसा यो बोधयत्याश्रितान्।

यः साक्षात्काराद्भवेन न पुनरावृत्तिर्भवाम्भोनिधौ।

तस्मै श्रीगुरुमूर्तये नम इदं श्रीदक्षिणामूर्तये॥३॥

श्लोक ४

नानाच्छिद्र घटोदरस्थित महादीपप्रभाभास्वरम्।

ज्ञानं यस्य तु चक्षुरादिकरणद्वारा बहिः स्पन्दते।

जानामीति तमेव भान्तमनुभात्येतत्समस्तं जगत्।

तस्मै श्रीगुरुमूर्तये नम इदं श्रीदक्षिणामूर्तये॥४॥

What is Dakshinamurthy Stotram?

Dakshinamurthy Stotram is the spirtiual prayer written by Adi Shankaracharya for Lord Dakshinamurthy, a form of Lord Shiva who is known as the highest Guru and teacher of wisdom.

This stotram explains the idea that the true knowledge comes from within and the soul (Atman) is one with the Highest Reality (Brahman).

By chanting Dakshinamurthy Stotram, devotees believe they can gain wisdom, better understanding, mental peace, and spiritual growth. Many students, teachers, and spiritual people chant this stotram to improve concentration and knowledge.

DakshinaMurthy Stotram Benefits

Here is the points of Benefits and importance of dakshinamurthy stotram

BenefitDescription
Knowledge and WisdomLord Dakshinamurthy is the god of knowledge. Chanting this stotram increases wisdom and understanding.
Removal of IgnoranceIt removes spiritual ignorance and helps a person understand the true nature of the self.
Mental PeaceRegular chanting calms the mind and reduces stress and confusion.
Success in EducationStudents gain better concentration and learning ability.
Spiritual GrowthHelps in self realization and understanding of Advaita Vedanta philosophy.

Best time to Chant Dakshinamurthy stotram

TimeRule / What to Do
MorningChant after taking a bath and sitting in a peaceful place.
ThursdayThursday is considered very best for Guru worship.
Guru PurnimaChanting on Guru Purnima gives special spiritual benefits.
DirectionSit facing East or North while chanting the stotram.
OfferingsOffer flowers, sandalwood to Lord Dakshinamurthy.
CleanlinessAlways chant in a clean and calm environment.

Meaning of DakshinaMurthy Stotram

Verse ThemeMeaning / Message
Supreme GuruLord Dakshinamurthy represents the highest teacher who gives knowledge through silence.
Maya (Illusion)The stotram explains that the world appears real because of Maya, like a dream.
Self RealizationIt teaches that the true self (Atman) is the same as the Highest Reality (Brahman).
Inner LightKnowledge inside us is like a lamp that illuminates the entire world.
LiberationRealizing the truth removes ignorance and frees a person from the cycle of birth and death.

DakshinaMurthy Stotram in All Languages

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DakshinaMurthy Stotram English

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DakshinaMurthy Stotram Hindi

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DakshinaMurthy Stotram Tamil

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DakshinaMurthy Stotram Telugu

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DakshinaMurthy Stotram Malayalam

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DakshinaMurthy Stotram Sanskrit

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DakshinaMurthy Stotram Kannada

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DakshinaMurthy Stotram Marathi

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DakshinaMurthy Stotram Bengali (Bangla)

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DakshinaMurthy Stotram Gujarati

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FAQ

Who is Dakshinamurthy?

Dakshinamurthy is a form of Lord Shiva as the highest Guru. He faces south and teaches high level of wisdom through silence.

Can we keep Dakshinamurthy photo at home?

Yes, you can keep a Dakshinamurthy photo at home. It brings wisdom, peace, and study success.
Placement Rules
Hang on a south facing wall in pooja room or living room.
Avoid bedroom, kitchen, or bathroom.

Who is under the feet of dakshinamurthy ?

Apasmara (or Muyalaka) is a demon under Dakshinamurthy’s right foot. He symbolizes ignorance, ego, and illusion that block spiritual growth.
Dakshinamurthy to show him wisdom’s victory over darkness.

How many slokas in Dakshinamurthy stotram

The Dakshinamurthy Stotram contains 12 shlokas in total 1 Dhyana Shloka, 10 main verses, and 1 Phala Shruti.

When to chant Dakshinamurthy stotram?

Dakshinamurthy Stotram is usually chanted during the Brahma Muhurta (early morning around 4–6 AM) because the mind is calm and focused at that time.
It is also very beneficial to chant on the Thursdays, the day associated with Guru (teacher) and wisdom.

What are the benefits of reading Dakshinamurthy stotram daily?

Daily chanting of Dakshinamurthy Stotram helps remove ignorance and improves clarity, focus, and wisdom. It reduces ego, brings inner peace, lowers stress, and supports better decision making. In Advaita Vedanta, it guides a person towards the Self realization. It is also believe to reduce the Guru dosha and support in career and wealth through the blessings of the Guru.

How many verses in dakshinamurthy stotram?

There are 10 main verses (shlokas)

Why is Dakshinamurthy powerful?

As the Silent Guru, he removes ignorance and reveals the truth that Atman is Brahman thats why Dakshinamurthy is the powerful

Which planet is Dakshinamurthy?

Lord Dakshinamurthy is associate with the planet Jupiter (Guru or Brihaspati).

Who should worship Dakshinamurthy?

Students, teachers, learner’s, people with Guru dosha, those needing clarity, peace, knowledge, and anyone want to grow in the spiritual path.