|| Aditya Hridaya Stotram ||
The Aditya Hridaya Stotram is a sacred hymn found in the Ramayana. It was imparted to Lord Rama by the great Sage Agastya when Rama was exhausted and contemplative on the battlefield of Lanka. This stotra serves as a reminder of the infinite energy of the Sun and the power of the soul to overcome any external adversary.
In Vedic Astrology, the Sun (Surya) represents the **Atma** (soul), willpower, and physical health. Reciting this stotra daily—especially during challenging times, interviews, or legal battles—helps align your personal energy with the invincible power of the Sun. For the best results, it is traditionally chanted three times a day: at sunrise, noon, and sunset.
The Narrative and Transliteration
Tato yuddha-parishraantam samare chintayaa sthitam |
Raavanam cha-agrato drishtvaa yuddhaaya samupasthitam || 1 ||
Daivataish-cha samaagamya drashtum-abhyaagato ranam |
Upaagam-yaabraviid-raamam-agastyo bhagavaan-rishihi || 2 ||
1-2. The Context: Seeing Lord Rama exhausted by the battle and lost in thought, while Ravana stood ready to fight, Sage Agastya, who had come with the Gods to witness the war, approached Rama and spoke.
Raama raama mahaabaaho shrinu guhyam sanaatanam |
Yena sarvaan-ariin-vatsa samare vijayishyasi || 3 ||
Aditya-hridayam punyam sarva-shatru-vinaashanam |
Jayaavaham japen-nityam akshayyam paramam shivam || 4 ||
3-4. The Secret: "O Rama, listen to this eternal secret by which you will conquer all your enemies in battle. The Aditya Hridaya is holy, destroys all foes, brings victory, and provides imperishable, supreme bliss when chanted daily."
Sarva-mangala-maangalyam sarva-paapa-pranaashanam |
Chintaa-shoka-prashamanam aayur-vardhanam-uttamam || 5 ||
5. Benefits: "It is the most auspicious of all that is auspicious, the destroyer of all sins, the healer of worry and grief, and the bestower of long life."
Spiritual & Practical Benefits of Chanting
- Victory in Life: traditionally used to gain Success in high-pressure situations like exams, interviews, and court cases.
- Mental Strength: Effectively removes "Chintaa" (anxiety) and "Shoka" (grief), granting immense self-confidence.
- Health: As the source of life, the Sun grants physical vitality and is the primary remedy for eye-related issues and heart health.
- Protection: Acts as a "Sarva Shatru Vinashanam" (destroyer of all enemies), both internal (fear, doubt) and external.
- Longevity: Grants "Ayur-vardhanam" (increase in life span) and overall well-being.
Frequently Asked Questions & Glossary
Expert Guidance: Sri Santosh Kumar Sharma
With over 31 years of profound experience in Vedic Astrology, Sri Sharma provides these authentic translations to help global seekers. The Sun is the King of the solar system; by harmonizing its energy, we invite leadership and health into our lives.
