|| Vyasa Krita Navagraha Stotram ||
The Navagraha Stotra, composed by the great Sage **Maharishi Vedavyasa**, is one of the most revered hymns in Vedic Astrology. It is a protective shield (Kavacha) of words that honors the nine celestial bodies, seeking their grace to transform our karmic challenges into opportunities for growth.
Each verse of this stotra captures the unique essence, color, and energy of the planets—from the brilliance of the Sun to the deep mysteries of Rahu and Ketu. Regular recitation is believed to dissolve "Graha Doshas" (planetary afflictions) and bring balance to one's life.
1. The Sun (Surya)
Japaa-kusuma-sankaasham Kaashyapeyam Maha-dyutim |
Tamorim Sarva-paapaghnam Pranatosmi Divaakaram || 1 ||
Meaning: I bow to the Sun, the maker of the day, who is as red as the Hibiscus flower, the son of Sage Kashyapa, of brilliant luster, the enemy of darkness, and the destroyer of all sins.
2. The Moon (Chandra)
Dadhi-shanka-tushaaraabham Ksheerodaarnava-sambhavam |
Namaami Shashinam Somam Shambhor-mukuta-bhuushanam || 2 ||
Meaning: I bow to the Moon, who is white like curds, a conch, or snow; who emerged from the Milky Ocean, who bears the mark of the hare, and who adorns the crest of Lord Shiva.
3. Mars (Mangala)
Dharanii-garbha-sambhuutam Vidhyut-kaanti-samaprabham |
Kumaaram Shakti-hastam Cha Mangalam Pranamaamyaham || 3 ||
Meaning: I bow to Mars, the auspicious one, born from the womb of the Earth, who shines with the brilliance of lightning, the youthful prince who wields the spear (Shakti) in his hand.
4. Mercury (Budha)
Priyangu-kalikaa-shyaamam Ruupena-apratimam Budham |
Saumyam Saumya-gunopetam Tam Budham Pranamaamyaham || 4 ||
Meaning: I bow to Mercury, who is dark green like the bud of the Priyangu plant, of incomparable beauty, the gentle son of the Moon, endowed with calm and pleasing qualities.
5. Jupiter (Guru)
Devaanaam Cha Rishiinaam Cha Gurum Kanchana-sannibham |
Buddhi-bhuutam Trilokesham Tam Namaami Brihaspatim || 5 ||
Meaning: I bow to Brihaspati (Jupiter), the teacher of Gods and Sages, who shines like gold, the embodiment of wisdom and the lord of the three worlds.
6. Venus (Shukra)
Hima-kunda-mrinaalaabham Daityaanaam Paramam Gurum |
Sarva-shastra-pravaktaaram Bhaargavam Pranamaamyaham || 6 ||
Meaning: I bow to Venus, who is white as snow, the jasmine flower, or the lotus stem; the supreme teacher of the Daityas (Asuras) and the expert orator of all sacred scriptures.
7. Saturn (Shani)
Niilaanjana-samaabhaasam Raviputram Yamaagrajam |
Chaayaa-maartanda-sambhuutam Tam Namaami Shanaishcharam || 7 ||
Meaning: I bow to Saturn, the slow-moving one, who has the luster of blue collyrium, the son of the Sun and Chhaya (Shadow), and the elder brother of Yama (the Lord of Death).
8. Rahu
Ardha-kaayam Mahaa-viiryam Chandra-aaditya-vimardanam |
Simhikaa-garbha-sambhuutam Tam Raahum Pranamaamyaham || 8 ||
Meaning: I bow to Rahu, the half-bodied one of great valor, who eclipses the Sun and the Moon, and who was born from the womb of Simhika.
9. Ketu
Palaasha-pushpa-sankaasham Taarakaa-graha-mastakam |
Raudram Raudraatmakam Ghoram Tam Ketum Pranamaamyaham || 9 ||
Meaning: I bow to Ketu, who resembles the flower of the Palasha tree, who acts as the head of stars and planets, and who is fierce and terrifying in nature.
Phalashruti: The Benefits of Recitation
Iti Vyaasa-mukhodgiitam Yah Pathet-susamaahitah |
Divaa Vaa Yadi Vaa Raatrau Vighna-shaantir-bhavishyati || 10 ||
1. Removal of Obstacles: Whoever recites this stotra composed by Sage Vyasa with full concentration, whether by day or by night, will find all their obstacles pacified.
2. Peace and Prosperity: For men, women, and even rulers, this hymn destroys the effects of bad dreams and grants incomparable wealth, health, and vitality.
3. Protection: All sufferings arising from planetary alignments, stars, enemies, thieves, or fire are quelled. Sage Vyasa declares there is no doubt about this result.
