Shri Sankat Nashan Ganesh Stotram - Complete meaning and benefits of chanting

Shri Sankat Nashan Ganesh Stotram is a sacred hymn dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the Hindu deity who is revered as the remover of obstacles and the harbinger of good fortune. The term "Sankat Nashan" translates to "destroyer of troubles," emphasizing the role of Lord Ganesha in alleviating difficulties and challenges faced by devotees.

Mantra

॥ shrī gaṇeshāyanamah ॥
Nārad uvāch -praṇamyan shirasā dev gaurīputran vināyakam ।
Bhaktāvāsan: smarainityanmāyu:kāmārthasiddhaye ॥1॥

Prathaman vakratuanḍancha ekadantan dvitīyakam ।
Tṛutīyan kṛuṣhṇan pinākṣhan gajavaktran chaturthakam ॥2॥

Lambodaran panchaman ch ṣhaṣhṭhan vikaṭamev ch ।
Saptaman vighnarājendran dhūmravarṇa tathāṣhṭakam ॥3॥

Navaman bhālachandran ch dashaman tu vināyakam ।
Ekādashan gaṇapatian dvādashan tu gajānanam ॥4॥

Dvādashaitāni nāmāni trisandhya ya: paṭhennara: ।
N ch vighnabhayan tasya sarvāsiddhikaran prabho ॥5॥

Vidyārthī labhate vidyāan dhanārthī labhate dhanam ।
Putrārthī labhate putrān mokṣhārthī labhate gatim ॥6॥

Japedvagaṇapatistotran ṣhaḍbhirmāsai: falan labhet ।
Sanvatsareṇ siddhian ch labhate nātra sanshaya: ॥7॥

Aṣhṭabhyo brāhmaṇebhyashcha likhitvāan ya: samarpayet ।
Tasya vidyā bhavetsarvā gaṇeshasya prasādata: ॥8॥
॥ iti shrīnāradapurāṇe sankaṣhṭanāshanan gaṇeshastotran sampūrṇam ॥

Stotram with meaning

॥ SHRI GANESHAYA NAMAH ॥

Nārad uvāch -praṇamyan shirasā dev gaurīputran vināyakam ।
Bhaktāvāsan: smarainityanmāyu:kāmārthasiddhaye ॥1॥
Narada said, “I bow my head to Lord Vinayaka, the son of Gauri. Remember the devotee's supreme abode every day for the fulfillment of life, desires and meaning.

Prathaman vakratuanḍancha ekadantan dvitīyakam ।
Tṛutīyan kṛuṣhṇan pinākṣhan gajavaktran chaturthakam ॥2॥
The first is Vakratunda and the second is Ekdant.
The third is black with pink eyes and the fourth has an elephant face.

Lambodaran panchaman ch ṣhaṣhṭhan vikaṭamev ch ।
Saptaman vighnarājendran dhūmravarṇa tathāṣhṭakam ॥3॥
The fifth is Lambodar, the sixth Vikata.
The seventh is the king of obstacles and the eighth is the colour of smoke.

Navaman bhālachandran ch dashaman tu vināyakam ।
Ekādashan gaṇapatian dvādashan tu gajānanam ॥4॥
The ninth is Bhalcandra and the tenth is Vinayaka.
The eleventh Ganesha and the twelfth Gajanana.

Dvādashaitāni nāmāni trisandhya ya: paṭhennara: ।
N ch vighnabhayan tasya sarvāsiddhikaran prabho ॥5॥
Whoever recites these twelve names in three evenings
Nor is there any fear of obstacles for him, O God, which causes all his failures.

Vidyārthī labhate vidyāan dhanārthī labhate dhanam ।
Putrārthī labhate putrān mokṣhārthī labhate gatim ॥6॥
The student gets knowledge and the seeker of wealth gets wealth
He who wants a son gets a son and he who wants liberation gets the ultimate goal.

Japedvagaṇapatistotran ṣhaḍbhirmāsai: falan labhet ।
Sanvatsareṇ siddhian ch labhate nātra sanshaya: ॥7॥
A person who chants Ganapati Stotra gets fruits in six months.
He attains perfection in a year, no doubt.

Aṣhṭabhyo brāhmaṇebhyashcha likhitvāan ya: samarpayet ।
Tasya vidyā bhavetsarvā gaṇeshasya prasādata: ॥8॥
॥ iti shrīnāradapurāṇe sankaṣhṭanāshanan gaṇeshastotran sampūrṇam ॥

Benefits of chanting Shri Sankat Nashan Ganesh Stotram

Chanting Shri Sankat Nashan Ganesh Stotra offers numerous benefits:

1. Removes obstacles and hurdles in life
2. Grants success and prosperity
3. Bestows divine protection and guidance
4. Fosters inner peace and spiritual growth
5. Dispels negativity and brings positive energy

Who can chant Shri Sankat Nashan Ganesh Stotram & When to chant?

Sankat Nashan Ganesh Stotra - Pranamya Shirasa Dev Gauriputram Vinayakam" can be chanted by anyone seeking the blessings and protection of Lord Ganesh, the remover of obstacles. There are no specific restrictions regarding who can chant this stotra; it is open to all devotees who wish to invoke the grace of Lord Ganesh for overcoming difficulties and seeking success in their endeavors.

When to chant Shri Sankat Nashan Ganesh Stotram:

Daily: Many devotees include the chanting of this stotram as part of their daily prayers and spiritual practices. It can be recited in the morning or evening, or at any other convenient time during the day.
Before undertaking a new endeavor: Chanting the Sankat Nashan Ganesh Stotram before embarking on a new project, undertaking an important task, or facing challenges can help invoke Lord Ganesha's blessings for success and the removal of obstacles.
During times of difficulty: When facing difficulties, obstacles, or challenges in life, devotees can chant this stotram to seek Lord Ganesha's guidance and assistance in overcoming adversities.
On auspicious occasions: The Sankat Nashan Ganesh Stotram can be chanted on special occasions dedicated to Lord Ganesha, such as Ganesh Chaturthi, Sankashti Chaturthi, or any other Ganesha-related festivals.

How to chant the Stotram?

Chanting the Shri Sankat Nashan Ganesh Stotram is a devotional practice that involves reciting the verses with sincerity, focus, and reverence. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to chant it:

Prepare for the chanting: Find a quiet and peaceful place where you can sit comfortably without distractions. You may choose to create a sacred atmosphere by lighting incense, a lamp, or offering flowers to an image or idol of Lord Ganesha.
Invoke blessings: Before beginning the chanting, take a moment to invoke the blessings of Lord Ganesha. You can do this by offering a prayer or mantra asking for his guidance, protection, and grace throughout the chanting.
Start chanting: Begin reciting the verses of the Shri Sankat Nashan Ganesh Stotram slowly and attentively. You can chant aloud or silently, depending on your preference.
Focus on the meaning: As you chant, try to connect with the meaning and significance of each verse. Reflect on the qualities of Lord Ganesha that are being praised and invoked in the stotram. Let your heart be filled with devotion and reverence for the remover of obstacles.