JAI MATA JI

SRI NAVA-DURGA  RAKSHA MANTRA

This mantra is recited for protection. It is based on one calling out to the nine forms of the mother ( Nava Durga ). If the mantra is recited deep from the heart with love and affection, the goddess runs at her devotees rescue at diffcult situations in daily life from which ones obstacles can be destroyed.

Om Shaila-putri maiya raksha karo,

Om Jaga-janani devi raksha karo;

Om Navadurga namaha, Om Jaga-janani namaha.

Om Brahmacharini raksha karo;

Om Bhavataarini  maiya raksha karo.

Om Chadraghanta Chandi raksha karo;

Om Bhayaharini maiya raksha karo.

Om Kushmanda tumhi raksha karo;

Om Shakti roopa maiya raksha karo.

Om Skanda-mata maiya meri raksha karo;

Om Jagadamba Janani raksha karo.

Om Katyaayani maiya raksha karo;

Om Paap-naashini Ambe raksha karo.

Om Kaalaratri Kali raksha karo;

Om Sukha-daati maiya raksha karo.

Om Maha-gauri maiya raksha karo;

Om Bhakti-daati raksha karo.

Om Sidhhi-daatri maiya raksha karo,

Om Nava Durga devi raksha karo;

Om Navadurga namaha, Om Jaga-janani namaha.

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PRAYERS

Bhavani Ashtakam

A Prayer to Mother Divine,Bhavani - these sacred sanskrit 8
Stanza prayers were written by Sri Aadi Shankaracharya, composed in a high
state of devotion and bliss to uplift the devotees.

Na Taato Na Maato Na Bandhur Na Daata,
Na putro Na putri Na Bhrityo Na Bharta !
Na Jaaya Na Vidya Na Vriteermameva,
Gatistvam Gatistvam Twameka Bhavani !!

(O Mother Divine! Father, Mother,Husband,Wife,Children and Friends- none of
these are eternallymine. Knowledge,intellect,mind and will power are also not
eternal. O Mother of the universe- You are myonlysaviour, My eternal refuge)

Bhavadbhavapaarey Mahadukha Bheeruhu,
Prapaata Prakaami Pralobhi Pramatah!
KuSansaara Paasha Prabhadha Sadaham
Gatistvam Gatistvam Twameka Bhavani !!

( I have fallen in the ocean of birth and death, and I fear their sorrows. I am
trapped by my ego with its countless desires, greed, pride and lust. O Mother of
the universe- You are my only saviour, my eternal refuge.)

Na Jaanami Daanam, Na Cha Dhyaana Yogam,
Na Jaanami Tantram, Na Cha StotraMantram!
Na Jaanami Poojaam, Na Cha Nyaasa Yogam,
Gatistvam Gatistvam Twameka Bhavani !!

(O Mother of the universe - I do not know how to come close to you. I do not
know any form of worship. Help me, O Mother Divine- You are my only saviour, my
eternal refuge.)

Na Jaanami Punyam, Na Jaanami Theertham,
Na Jaanami Mutkeem, Layam Vaa Kadachit !
Na Jaanami Bhatkeem, Vratam Vaapi Maatah,
Gatistvam Gatistvam Twameka Bhavani !!

(I do not know how to be righteous or find your abode. I do not know how to
achieve freedom by dissolving my ego. i am deviod and surrender. I am not strong
enough to make any vow. O Mother of the universe- You are my saviour, my eternal
refuge)

Kukarmi, Kusangi, Ku buddhi, Kudasah,
Kulaacharaheenah Kadachaaraleenah!
Kudrushtih, Kuvaakya Prabandah Sadaham
Gatistvam Gatistvam Twameka Bhavani !!

(My mind is always engaged in worthless thoughts and actions. My Intellect has
become dull, enslaved by old habits. I am unable to behave honourably and my
intentions are unique. My speech becomes harsh and hurting. Save me,O Mother of
the universe - You aremy only saviour,my eternal refuge)

Prajesham, Ramesham, Mahesham, Suresham,
Dinesham Nishiteshwaram Va Kadachit
Na Jaanami Chaanyat Sadaham Sharanye'
Gatistvam Gatistvam Twameka Bhavani !!

(I do not Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, Indra, Surya and Chandra, or any other
divinities. O Mother of the universe, you are known for your compassion- You are
my only saviour, My eternal refuge)

Divaadey, Vishadey, Pramadhey, Pravaasey
Jaale Chaanalay, Parvatey, Shatrumadhyae'
Aranye' Sharanye' Sada Maa Prapahi
Gatistvam Gatistvam Twameka Bhavani !!

( O compassionate Mother, protect me wherever I am and with whomever I am with
in pleasure and in distress.O Mother of the universe - You are my only saviour,
My eternal refuge)

Anartho Daridro Jara Rogayukto,
Mahashkeena Deenah Sada JadyaVaktrah
Vipatto Pravishtah Pranashtah Sadaham,
Gatistvam Gatistvam Twameka Bhavani !!

( O Mother, I feel like an orphan on this Earth, powerless and without inner
wealth, deluded by ignorance and unable to see the light of truth. O Mother of
the universe - You are my only saviour, My eternal refuge)



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Vishvambhari Stuti 

 This hymn is sung usually after the performing of matajis Arti; It is a hymn written in gujrati by an unknown poet. It tells the mother to protect you, from singing this hymn with pure love you can overcome your worries and fears by admitting your faults to the mother.

 Vishvambhari akhil vishwa tani janeta, Vidhya dhari vadanma vasajo vidhata;

Door-budhhine door kari sad-buddhi apo, Maampaahi Om Bhagavathi Bhava dukha kapo.

 ( O Mother which resides in the whole universe, The one who resides within me in the form of knowlege;Destroy the ignorence that exists, Surrender O mother in the form of 'aum' destroy all the pains that exist. )

 Bhulo padi bhavarane bhataku Bhavani, Suzhe nahi lagir koi disha javani;

Bhaase bhayankar vali man na utapo, Maampaahi Om Bhagavathi Bhava dukha kapo.

 ( I am lost in this world and alone I search for my path, I cannot reach my destiny;Flames of fear awaken in my mind, Surrender O mother in the form of 'aum' destroy all the pains that exist. )

 Aa rankne ugarava nathi koi aaro, Janmaand chhu Janani hu grahi baal taro;

Naa shu suno Bhagawati shishu naa vilapo, Maampaahi Om Bhagavathi Bhava dukha kapo.

 ( This man does not have a clue how to suceed, Im an earthling of which you are my only mother; Hear the cries of this child, Surrender O mother in the form of 'aum' destroy all the pains that exist.)

 Maa karma janma kathni karta vicharu, Aa shrishtima tuj vina nathi koi maru;

Kone kahu katthan yog tano balaapo, Maampaahi Om Bhagavathi Bhava dukha kapo.

 ( I think about my deeds and doings in this birth, And in this world I have no one other than you;Whom I can share my pains with which burn within me, Surrender O mother in the form of 'aum' destroy all the pains that exist.)

 Hoon kaam, krodh, madh moh thaki chhakelo, Aadambare ati ghano madthi bakelo;

dosho thaki dushit na kari maaf paapo, Maampaahi Om Bhagavathi Bhava dukha kapo.

 ( Im filled with love, anger, lust and desire, And my mouth speaks out utter words;Look into my faults and forgive me for my sins, Surrender O mother in the form of 'aum' destroy all the pains that exist.)

 Naa shashtrana shravan nu paipaan kidhu, naa mantra ke stuti katha nathi kai kidhu;

Shradhha dhari nathi karya tav naam jaapo, Maampaahi Om Bhagavathi Bhava dukha kapo.

 ( I havent read the scriptures nor have I listened to them being recited I havent sung your hymns or read about your reality;I havent chanted your name with  love at the fullest, Surrender O mother in the form of 'aum' destroy all the pains that exist.)

 Re re Bhavani bahu bhool thayi chhe mari, Aa zindagi thai mane atishe akaari;

Dosho prajaali sagala tava chhaap chhapo, Maampaahi Om Bhagavathi Bhava dukha kapo.

 ( Oh Oh Mother i have done so many faults, that I feel this life has become very worthless for me;Take me to the right path before i create a fault, Surrender O mother in the form of 'aum' destroy all the pains that exist. )

 Khaali na koi sthal chhe vina aap dharo, Bhrahmandma anu-anu  mahi vaas taro;

Shakti na maap ganava agneeta kapo, Maampaahi Om Bhagavathi Bhava dukha kapo.

 ( There is no such place in which you do not reside, Your are omnipotent and omnipresent In the whole universe;There is no way one can understand your everlasting power, Surrender O mother in the form of 'aum' destroy all the pains that exist. )

 Paapo prapanch karva badhi vaate puro, Khoto kharo Bhagwathi pann hoon tamaro;

Jadyandhakaar door sad-budhhi aapo, Maampaahi Om Bhagavathi Bhava dukha kapo.

( Make me realise before I do a sin and tell me, Im an ignorant child but still im yours; Make me realise my mistakes like a glowing light of knowlege in the darkness, Surrender O mother in the form of 'aum' destroy all the pains that exist.)

 Sheekhe sune Rasik Chandaj ekk chitte, Tena thaki vividhh taap talek khachite;Vadhe vishesh vali Amba tana prataapo, Maampaahi Om Bhagavathi Bhava dukha kapo.

 ( Who ever listens and learns your hymns at a constant mind, May their fears and worries burn away;One who awakens realises and experiences your love , Surrender O mother in the form of 'aum' destroy all the pains that exist. )

 Shri sad-guru sharanma rahine bhaju chhu, Raatri dine Bhagwathi tujne bhaju chhu;

Sad-bhakt sevak tana paritaap chaapo, Maampaahi Om Bhagavathi Bhava dukha kapo.

 ( I am meditating on you at the feet of my spiritual guider, Day and night I recite your name; Accept me as your true disciple and take me, Surrender O mother in the form of 'aum' destroy all the pains that exist.)

 Antar vishe adhik urmi thata Bhavani, Gaun stuti tava bale namine mrugaani;

Sansaarna sakal rog samoola kapo, Maampaahi Om Bhagavathi Bhava dukha kapo.

 ( I am so attached to this body O mother,  When i sing your hymns I bend and bow down to you;Destroy all the roots of the pains that exist, Surrender O mother in the form of 'aum' destroy all the pains that exist.)

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