The Durga Chalisa, a revered prayer comprising forty stanzas, is a devotion to the divine Goddess Durga Devi. Commencing with the verse “Namo Namo Durge,” this prayer praises the many virtues of Goddess Durga.
Devotees chant the Durga Chalisa with deep devotion, some incorporating it into their daily spiritual practice, while many others intensify their recitation during the auspicious nine-day festival of Navaratri. It is believed that devoutly chanting the Durga Chalisa brings inner tranquillity, fortitude, and triumph over adversaries, sufferings, and hurdles of life.
Durga Chalisa
Goddess Durga, also known as Devi and Shakti, is among the most venerated Hindu deities, epitomizing strength, warfare, and protection. According to mythology, she was formed by the combined energies of Lord Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva, who granted her the power to vanquish the buffalo demon, Mahishasura.
Depicted atop a lion with ten arms wielding various weapons, Goddess Durga’s idol is worshipped throughout the country in diverse ways. To receive the benevolence of Maa Durga, many devotees turn to the reading of the Durga Chalisa, which encapsulates forty verses of praise and admiration for her immense power.
To maximize its efficacy, it is recommended to recite the Chalisa after a morning bath. Attire in hues such as red, orange, grey, yellow, green, or blue is favoured, as each colour symbolizes a different manifestation of Maa Durga. By embracing this sacred practice, devotees can seek the blessings and protection of the divine Goddess Durga.
Durga Chalisa Lyrics
Namo namo Durge sukh karani |
Namo namo Ambe dukh harani || 1 ||
Nirankar hai jyoti tumhari
Tihun lok pheli ujayari || 2 ||
Shashi lalat mukh maha vishala |
Netra lal brikuti vikrala || 3 ||
Roop matu ko adhika suhave |
Daras karat jan ati sukh pave || 4 ||
Tum sansar shakti laya kina |
Palan hetu anna dhan dina || 5 ||
Annapurna hui jag pala |
Tumhi adi sundari bala || 6 ||
Pralaya kal sab nashan hari |
Tum Gauri Shiv Shankar pyari || 7 ||
Shiv yogi tumhare gun gave |
Brahma Vishnu tumhe nit dhyaven || 8 ||
Roop Saraswati ko tum dhara |
De subudhi rishi munin ubara || 9 ||
Dharyo roop Narsimha ko Amba |
Pragat bhayin phar kar kamba || 10 ||
Raksha kari Prahalad bachayo |
Hiranakush ko swarg pathayo || 11 ||
Lakshmii roop dharo jag mahi |
Shree Narayan ang samahi || 12 ||
Ksheree Sindhu karat vilasa |
Daya Sindhu deejay man aasa || 13 ||
Hingalaj mein tumhi Bhavani |
Mahima amit na jaat bakhani || 14 ||
Matangi Dhoomavati Mata |
Bhuvneshwari Bagala Sukhdata || 15 ||
Shree Bairav Tara jog tarani |
Chin-na Bhala bhav dukh nivarani || 16 ||
Kehari Vahan soh Bhavani |
Langur veer chalat agavani || 17 ||
Kar men khappar khadag viraje |
Jako dekh kal dar bhaje || 18 ||
Sohe astra aur trishoola |
Jase uthata shatru hiya shoola || 19 ||
Nagarkot mein tumhi virajat |
Tihun lok mein danka bajat || 20 ||
Shumbhu Nishumbhu Danuja tum mare |
Rakta-beeja shankhan samhare || 21 ||
Mahishasur nripa ati abhimani |
Jehi agha bhar mahi akulani || 22 ||
Roop kaaral Kalika dhara |
Sen sahita tum tin samhara || 23 ||
Pari garha santan par jab jab |
Bayi sahay Maatu tum tab tab || 24 ||
Amarpuri aru basava loka |
Tava mahima sab rahen asoka || 25 ||
Jwala mein hai jyoti tumhari |
Tumhen sada pujan nar nari || 26 ||
Prem bhakti se jo yash gaye |
Dukh-daridra nikat nahin ave || 27 ||
Dhyave tumhen jo nar man laee |Janam-maran tako chuti jaee || 28 ||
Jogi sur-muni kahat pukari |
Jog na ho bin shakti tumhari || 29 ||
Shankar Aacharaj tap keenhon |
Kam krodh jeet sab leenhon || 30 ||
Nisidhin dhyan dharo Shanker ko |
Kahu kal nahin sumiron tum ko || 31 ||
Shakti roop ko maram na payo |
Shakti gayi tab man pachitayo || 32 ||
Sharnagat hui keerti bakhani |
Jai jai jai Jagdamb Bhavani || 33 ||
Bhayi prasanna Aadi Jagdamba |
Dayi shakti nahin keen vilamba || 34 ||
Mokun Matu kashta ati ghero |
Tum bin kaun hare dukh maro || 35 ||
Asha trishna nipat sataven |
Moh madadik sab binsaven || 36 ||
Shatru nash keeje Maharani |
Sumiron ekachita tumhen Bhavani || 37 ||
Karo kripa hey Matu dayala |
Riddhi-Siddhi de karahu nihala || 38 ||
Jab lagi jiyoon daya phal paoon |
Tumro yash mein sada sunaoon || 39 ||
Durga chalisa jo gaye |
Sab sukh bhog parampad pave || 40 ||
Devidas sharan nij jani |
Karahu kripa Jagdamb Bhavani ||
Durga Chalisa Lyrics in Hindi
नमो नमो दुर्गे सुख करनी।
नमो नमो दुर्गे दुःख हरनी॥
निरंकार है ज्योति तुम्हारी।
तिहूं लोक फैली उजियारी॥
शशि ललाट मुख महाविशाला।
नेत्र लाल भृकुटि विकराला॥
रूप मातु को अधिक सुहावे।
दरश करत जन अति सुख पावे॥
तुम संसार शक्ति लै कीना।
पालन हेतु अन्न धन दीना॥
अन्नपूर्णा हुई जग पाला।
तुम ही आदि सुन्दरी बाला॥
प्रलयकाल सब नाशन हारी।
तुम गौरी शिवशंकर प्यारी॥
शिव योगी तुम्हरे गुण गावें।
ब्रह्मा विष्णु तुम्हें नित ध्यावें॥
रूप सरस्वती को तुम धारा।
दे सुबुद्धि ऋषि मुनिन उबारा॥
धरयो रूप नरसिंह को अम्बा।
परगट भई फाड़कर खम्बा॥
रक्षा करि प्रह्लाद बचायो।
हिरण्याक्ष को स्वर्ग पठायो॥
लक्ष्मी रूप धरो जग माहीं।
श्री नारायण अंग समाहीं॥
क्षीरसिन्धु में करत विलासा।
दयासिन्धु दीजै मन आसा॥
हिंगलाज में तुम्हीं भवानी।
महिमा अमित न जात बखानी॥
मातंगी अरु धूमावति माता।
भुवनेश्वरी बगला सुख दाता॥
श्री भैरव तारा जग तारिणी।
छिन्न भाल भव दुःख निवारिणी॥
केहरि वाहन सोह भवानी।
लांगुर वीर चलत अगवानी॥
कर में खप्पर खड्ग विराजै।
जाको देख काल डर भाजै॥
सोहै अस्त्र और त्रिशूला।
जाते उठत शत्रु हिय शूला॥
नगरकोट में तुम्हीं विराजत।
तिहुंलोक में डंका बाजत॥
शुंभ निशुंभ दानव तुम मारे।
रक्तबीज शंखन संहारे॥
महिषासुर नृप अति अभिमानी।
जेहि अघ भार मही अकुलानी॥
रूप कराल कालिका धारा।
सेन सहित तुम तिहि संहारा॥
परी गाढ़ संतन पर जब जब।
भई सहाय मातु तुम तब तब॥
अमरपुरी अरु बासव लोका।
तब महिमा सब रहें अशोका॥
ज्वाला में है ज्योति तुम्हारी।
तुम्हें सदा पूजें नर-नारी॥
प्रेम भक्ति से जो यश गावें।
दुःख दारिद्र निकट नहिं आवें॥
ध्यावे तुम्हें जो नर मन लाई।
जन्म-मरण ताकौ छुटि जाई॥
जोगी सुर मुनि कहत पुकारी।
योग न हो बिन शक्ति तुम्हारी॥
शंकर आचारज तप कीनो।
काम अरु क्रोध जीति सब लीनो॥
निशिदिन ध्यान धरो शंकर को।
काहु काल नहिं सुमिरो तुमको॥
शक्ति रूप का मरम न पायो।
शक्ति गई तब मन पछितायो॥
शरणागत हुई कीर्ति बखानी।
जय जय जय जगदम्ब भवानी॥
भई प्रसन्न आदि जगदम्बा।
दई शक्ति नहिं कीन विलम्बा॥
मोको मातु कष्ट अति घेरो।
तुम बिन कौन हरै दुःख मेरो॥
आशा तृष्णा निपट सतावें।
रिपू मुरख मौही डरपावे॥
शत्रु नाश कीजै महारानी।
सुमिरौं इकचित तुम्हें भवानी॥
करो कृपा हे मातु दयाला।
ऋद्धि-सिद्धि दै करहु निहाला।
जब लगि जिऊं दया फल पाऊं ।
तुम्हरो यश मैं सदा सुनाऊं ॥
दुर्गा चालीसा जो कोई गावै।
सब सुख भोग परमपद पावै॥
देवीदास शरण निज जानी।
करहु कृपा जगदम्ब भवानी ॥
Durga Chalisa English
Devotees of Goddess Durga have the opportunity to chant the Durga Chalisa not only in Hindi or other local languages but also in English. Numerous websites offer the English lyrics of this revered mantra, making it accessible for daily recitation and not just limited to the Navratri festival.
The power of chanting the Durga Chalisa with utmost devotion is said to bring peace of mind, courage, triumph over adversaries, and freedom from financial burdens. Within this prayer, the admirable deeds and qualities of Goddess Durga are praised, reinforcing the devotee’s reverence for her divine presence.
By embracing the English language, devotees have the option to connect with the essence of the Durga Chalisa and experience the blessings it bestows in their lives.
Durga Chalisa Aarti
जय अम्बे गौरी, मैया जय श्यामा गौरी।
तुमको निशिदिन ध्यावत, हरि ब्रह्मा शिवरी॥
जय अम्बे गौरी
माँग सिन्दूर विराजत, टीको मृगमद को।
उज्जवल से दोउ नैना, चन्द्रवदन नीको॥
जय अम्बे गौरी
कनक समान कलेवर, रक्ताम्बर राजै।
रक्तपुष्प गल माला, कण्ठन पर साजै॥
जय अम्बे गौरी
केहरि वाहन राजत, खड्ग खप्परधारी।
सुर-नर-मुनि-जन सेवत, तिनके दुखहारी॥
जय अम्बे गौरी
कानन कुण्डल शोभित, नासाग्रे मोती।
कोटिक चन्द्र दिवाकर, सम राजत ज्योति॥
जय अम्बे गौरी
शुम्भ-निशुम्भ बिदारे, महिषासुर घाती।
धूम्र विलोचन नैना, निशिदिन मदमाती॥
जय अम्बे गौरी
चण्ड-मुण्ड संहारे, शोणित बीज हरे।
मधु-कैटभ दोउ मारे, सुर भयहीन करे॥
जय अम्बे गौरी
ब्रहमाणी रुद्राणी तुम कमला रानी।
आगम-निगम-बखानी, तुम शिव पटरानी॥
जय अम्बे गौरी
चौंसठ योगिनी मंगल गावत, नृत्य करत भैरूँ।
बाजत ताल मृदंगा, अरु बाजत डमरु॥
जय अम्बे गौरी
तुम ही जग की माता, तुम ही हो भरता।
भक्तन की दु:ख हरता, सुख सम्पत्ति करता॥
जय अम्बे गौरी
भुजा चार अति शोभित, वर-मुद्रा धारी।
मनवान्छित फल पावत, सेवत नर-नारी॥
जय अम्बे गौरी
कन्चन थाल विराजत, अगर कपूर बाती।
श्रीमालकेतु में राजत, कोटि रतन ज्योति॥
जय अम्बे गौरी
श्री अम्बेजी की आरती, जो कोई नर गावै।
कहत शिवानन्द स्वामी, सुख सम्पत्ति पावै॥
जय अम्बे गौरी
Durga Chalisa Benefits
Goddess Durga, worshipped for her ability to combat evil spirits, holds a significant place in the hearts of her followers. Reading the Durga Chalisa, a revered prayer dedicated to her, is believed to eradicate negativity from one’s life.
The recitation of the Chalisa serves as a catalyst for emotional and spiritual awakening, guiding devotees towards a path of positivity and inner peace. Moreover, it is thought to safeguard against financial losses and protect against various forms of adversity.
The regular reading of the Durga Chalisa helps individuals transcend negative emotions such as lust and obsession, fostering a mindset rooted in positive thinking. Furthermore, those who approach the Chalisa with sincerity and devotion are believed to be bestowed with wealth and knowledge by the benevolent Goddess Durga.
Many hold the belief that the consistent recitation of the Durga Chalisa enables individuals to regain lost social status and attain personal empowerment. The simplicity of reading the Durga Chalisa makes it an accessible and potent means of invoking the blessings of Maa Durga.
It is widely believed that during the nine-day festival dedicated to the goddess, those who recite the Chalisa with unwavering devotion have their desires fulfilled.
Also, the profound impact of reading the Durga Chalisa extends beyond worldly aspirations, offering liberation or moksha from the perpetual cycles of birth and death. By immersing themselves in the sacred verses of the Durga Chalisa, devotees seek divine intervention and spiritual liberation, experiencing the transformative power of Goddess Durga’s grace.
Durga Chalisa Aarti Sahit
The Durga Chalisa Aarti Sahit is a sacred prayer that combines the recitation of the Durga Chalisa with the offering of aarti, a ceremonial gesture of reverence using a lit lamp. This special combination amplifies the spiritual significance of the prayer, inviting devotees to express their devotion and gratitude towards Goddess Durga.
The Durga Chalisa Aarti Sahit is often performed during religious ceremonies, festivals, and auspicious occasions dedicated to the goddess. It is believed that engaging in this ritual brings blessings, protection, and fulfilment of desires.
By immersing themselves in the sacred verses of the Durga Chalisa and accompanying aarti, devotees create a profound connection with the divine, experiencing a sense of spiritual upliftment and inner peace.
How many times should one read Durga Chalisa?
The Durga Chalisa, a sacred mantra dedicated to the goddess, can be recited any number of times in a day. While many devotees prefer chanting it during the morning hours, the time of recitation may vary based on personal preference.
When recited with a devout mind, the Chalisa holds the potential to bring about profound changes in one’s daily life. By invoking the blessings of Ma Durga through the reading of the Chalisa, devotees believe that their desires can be fulfilled, especially when recited with unwavering devotion throughout the nine-day festival.
Regular chanting of the Chalisa is known to help overcome obstacles encountered in daily life. To truly benefit from its power, it is essential to maintain a relaxed state of mind and surrender completely to Ma Durga during the recitation.
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