श्री शारदा चालीसा
Sharda Chalisa: Divine stotra to the Goddess of Wisdom
Sharda Chalisa is a powerful devotional stotra dedicated to Maa Sharda, an embodiment of Goddess Saraswati. Reciting this Chalisa with devotion brings blessings of knowledge, wisdom, creativity, and success in all endeavors. The Chalisa consists of forty verses praising the divine attributes of Vidya Devi and seeking her grace.
श्री शारदा चालीसा (Hindi)
श्री शारदा चालीसा
॥ दोहा ॥
ज्ञानदायिनी शारदा, विद्या की अधिष्ठाता।
वीणा पुस्तक धारिणी, करो कृपा दाता॥
॥ चौपाई ॥
नमामि शारदा देवीं, भवभय विनाशिनीम्।
जगत जननी विद्यादायिनी, शुभ फलदायिनीम्॥१॥
सरस्वती शारदा देवी, त्रिभुवन विख्याता।
श्वेत वस्त्र धारिणी, शुभ्र कमलासना॥२॥
हंसवाहिनी शुभा, मुक्ताहार भूषिता।
कर कमल धारिणी, वीणा पुस्तक युक्ता॥३॥
जपमाला कमंडलु, शोभित कर चार।
दुष्ट दैत्य संहारिणी, दया की अगाध धार॥४॥
ब्रह्माणी विष्णुप्रिया, शंकर मन भावनी।
त्रिदेव जननी तुम, सकल जग पावनी॥५॥
मूक करनी सरस्वती, भाषा करनी दाता।
बुद्धि विवेक दायिनी, करो जग माता॥६॥
जो ध्यावै शारदा देवी, नित सुबह शाम।
ताकी बुद्धि होत है, तीव्र गति अनुपम॥७॥
परीक्षा में विद्यार्थी, जो करें प्रणाम।
पावें शीघ्र सफलता, नाम होत विश्राम॥८॥
कवि लेखक गायक जो, तुम्हारा ध्यान धरें।
कल्पना शक्ति पावें, अद्भुत रचना करें॥९॥
... (Additional verses continue similarly) ...
॥ दोहा ॥
शारदा चालीसा पाठ, जो नर करे भक्ति साथ।
सुख सम्पत्ति विद्या पावे, होवे सब काज साथ॥
Sharda Chalisa (English)
॥ Doha ॥
Jnanadayini Sharada, Vidya Ki Adhishthata
Veena Pustak Dharini, Karo Kripa Data
Bearer of veena and book, bestower of grace
॥ Chaupai ॥
Namami Sharada Devim, Bhavabhaya Vinashinim
Jagat Janani Vidyadayini, Shubh Faladayinim ॥1॥
Mother of the world, bestower of knowledge and auspicious fruits
Saraswati Sharada Devi, Tribhuvan Vikhyata
Shwet Vastra Dharini, Shubhra Kamalasana ॥2॥
Clad in white garments, seated on a pure lotus
Hansavahini Shubha, Muktahar Bhushita
Kar Kamal Dharini, Veena Pustak Yukta ॥3॥
Holding lotus hands, equipped with veena and book
Japamala Kamandalu, Shobhit Kar Char
Dusht Daitya Sanharini, Daya Ki Agaadh Dhar ॥4॥
Destroyer of evil demons, ocean of compassion
Brahmani Vishnupriya, Shankar Man Bhavani
Tridhev Janani Tum, Sakal Jag Pavani ॥5॥
Mother of the Trinity, purifier of the entire world
Mook Karani Saraswati, Bhasha Karani Data
Buddhi Vivek Dayini, Karo Jag Mata ॥6॥
Bestower of intelligence and discrimination, O Mother of the world
Jo Dhyavai Sharada Devi, Nit Subah Sham
Taki Buddhi Hot Hai, Teevr Gati Anupam ॥7॥
Their intellect becomes sharp and incomparably swift
Pariksha Mein Vidyarthi, Jo Kare Pranam
Paven Shighra Safalta, Naam Hot Vishram ॥8॥
Achieve quick success and their name becomes renowned
Kavi Lekhak Gayak Jo, Tumhara Dhyan Dhare
Kalpana Shakti Paven, Adbhut Rachana Kare ॥9॥
Receive imaginative power and create wonderful works
... (Additional verses continue similarly) ...
॥ Doha ॥
Sharada Chalisa Path, Jo Nar Kare Bhakti Sath
Sukh Sampatti Vidya Pave, Hove Sab Kaj Sath
Gains happiness, prosperity, knowledge, and success in all endeavors
Benefits of Reciting Sharda Chalisa
- बुद्धिवर्धक - Sharpens intellect and improves memory
- विद्यालाभ - Brings success in studies and academic pursuits
- विघ्ननाशक - Removes obstacles in educational and creative endeavors
- सृजनात्मकता - Enhances creativity in arts, music, and writing
- वाक्शक्ति - Improves communication skills and eloquence
- आध्यात्मिक ज्ञान - Provides spiritual wisdom and enlightenment
- अज्ञाननाशक - Dispels ignorance and confusion from the mind
- सर्वसिद्धि - Brings success in all aspects of life
Proper Recitation Guidelines
Optimal Timing
Recite during Brahma Muhurta (4-6 AM) facing East direction
Preparation
Take bath, wear clean clothes, and sit on a woolen mat
Focus
Light a ghee lamp and focus on Maa Sharda's image
Repetition
Recite daily for 40 days for maximum benefits
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