Mahalakshmi Stotram — German Lyrics
The Mahalakshmi Stotram, composed by Lord Indra, is an eight-verse devotional hymn celebrating Goddess Mahalakshmi in her infinite forms. Each verse addresses the Goddess with reverence, describing her divine attributes: she who rides the Garuda, holds the conch and discus, sits upon a lotus throne, and embodies both subtle and cosmic power. The stotram culminates in verses on the traditional fruits of its recitation—removing sin, granting prosperity, destroying enemies, and conferring spiritual and worldly fulfillment upon sincere devotees.
Mahalakshmi represents not mere worldly wealth, but Lakshmi as the primordial Shakti (cosmic energy) underlying all prosperity, knowledge, and liberation. She is Adi Shakti (primordial power), Maheshvari (supreme sovereign), and the embodiment of yoga itself. In Hindu philosophy, Lakshmi's blessings are said to encompass bhukti (worldly enjoyment) and mukti (spiritual liberation). The Stotram invokes her as the knower of all (Sarvajne), bestower of all boons (Sarvavarade), and the one who takes away suffering of every kind (Sarva Duhkha Hare). This positions her as the cosmic mother nurturing all creation toward dharma and fulfillment.
Practitioners traditionally chant the Mahalakshmi Stotram during morning hours or during Lakshmi Puja (worship rituals). The text itself lists benefits for reciting it once, twice or three times a day: once daily removes great sins; twice daily brings wealth and grain; thrice daily destroys enemies and brings constant blessing. Begin with focused intention, pronounce each Sanskrit syllable clearly, and allow the meanings to settle in your mind. Consistency and devotion matter more than elaborate ritual.
Curated by The Mahakatha Team · Original Composition: Mahakatha · Lyric: Adi Shankaracharya (8th century CE)
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नमस्तेऽस्तु महामाये श्रीपीठे सुरपूजिते । शङ्खचक्रगदाहस्ते महालक्ष्मि नमोऽस्तु ते || 1 ||
namaste'stu mahamaye shripithe surapujite | shankha chakra gada haste mahalakshmi namo'stu te || 1 ||
So beginnt das Mahalakshmi Ashtakam, geschaffen von Herrn Indra.
Verehrung dem Herrn Ganesha!
Verehrung Dir, O Göttliche Illusion, Göttin des Wohlstands, verehrt von allen,
Diejenige, die die Muschel, den Streitkolben und die Scheibe hält, ich verneige mich vor dieser Göttin Lakshmi. || 1 ||
नमस्ते गरुडारूढे कोलासुरभयङ्करि । सर्वपापहरे देवि महालक्ष्मि नमोऽस्तु ते || 2 ||
namaste garudarudhe kolasura bhayankari | sarva papa hare devi mahalakshmi namo'stu te || 2 ||
Auf dem Garuda sitzend, versetzt sie den Dämon Kola in Schrecken
Diejenige, die alle Sünden entfernt, ich verneige mich vor dieser Göttin Lakshmi. || 2 ||
सर्वज्ञे सर्ववरदे सर्वदुष्टभयङ्करि । सर्वदुःखहरे देवि महालक्ष्मि नमोऽस्तु ते || 3 ||
sarvajne sarvavarade sarvadushta bhayankari | sarva duhkha hare devi mahalakshmi namo'stu te || 3 ||
Diejenige, die alles weiß, alles gewährt und den Bösen Furcht einflößt,
Diejenige, die alle Leiden lindert, ich verneige mich vor dieser Göttin Lakshmi. || 3 ||
सिद्धिबुद्धिप्रदे देवि भुक्तिमुक्तिप्रदायिनि । मन्त्रमूर्ते सदा देवि महालक्ष्मि नमोऽस्तु ते || 4 ||
siddhibuddhiprade devi bhuktimukti pradayini | mantramurte sada devi mahalakshmi namo'stu te || 4 ||
Die Schenkerin von Vollkommenheit und Weisheit, Hingabe und Erlösung,
Diejenige, die selbst ein Mantra ist, ich verneige mich vor dieser Göttin Lakshmi. || 4 ||
आद्यन्तरहिते देवि आदिशक्ति महेश्वरि । योगजे योगसम्भूते महालक्ष्मि नमोऽस्तु ते || 5 ||
adyantarahite devi adishakti maheshvari | yogaje yogasambhute mahalakshmi namo'stu te || 5 ||
Die Ur-Shakti, ohne Anfang und Ende,
Diejenige, die aus Yoga entsteht und in Yoga eintaucht, ich verneige mich vor dieser Göttin Lakshmi. || 5 ||
स्थूलसूक्ष्ममहारौद्रे महाशक्ति महोदरे । महापापहरे देवि महालक्ष्मि नमोऽस्तु ते || 6 ||
sthula sukshma maharaudre mahashakti mahodare | mahapapa hare devi mahalakshmi namo'stu te || 6 ||
Die Mächtige, die Feine, die Wilde, der Kosmische Schoß,
Diejenige, die alles Böse beseitigt, ich verneige mich vor dieser Göttin Lakshmi. || 6 ||
पद्मासनस्थिते देवि परब्रह्मस्वरूपिणि । परमेशि जगन्मातर्महालक्ष्मि नमोऽस्तु ते || 7 ||
padmasanasthite devi parabrahmasvarupini | parameshi jaganmatar mahalakshmi namo'stu te || 7 ||
Auf einem Lotus sitzend, die Verkörperung des gesamten Universums,
Die Mutter des Universums, ich verneige mich vor dieser Göttin Lakshmi. || 7 ||
श्वेताम्बरधरे देवि नानालङ्कारभूषिते । जगत्स्थिते जगन्मातर्महालक्ष्मि नमोऽस्तु ते || 8 ||
shvetambaradhare devi nanalankara bhushite | jagatsthite jaganmatar mahalakshmi namo'stu te || 8 ||
In Weiß gehüllt, mit vielfältigem Schmuck geziert,
In dieser Welt weilend, Mutter dieser Welt, ich verneige mich vor dieser Göttin Lakshmi. || 8 ||
महालक्ष्म्यष्टकस्तोत्रं यः पठेद्भक्तिमान्नरः । सर्वसिद्धिमवाप्नोति राज्यं प्राप्नोति सर्वदा || 9 ||
mahalakshmyashtakastotram yah pathet bhaktimannarah | sarvasiddhimavapnoti rajyam prapnoti sarvada || 9 ||
Die hingebungsvollen Menschen, die dieses Mahalakshmi Stotram praktizieren,
werden stets mit allen Formen des gewünschten Glücks gesegnet sein. || 9 ||
एककाले पठेन्नित्यं महापापविनाशनम् । द्विकालं यः पठेन्नित्यं धनधान्यसमन्वितः || 10 ||
ekakale pathennityam mahapapavinashanam | dvikalam yah pathennityam dhanadhanya samanvitah || 10 ||
Wenn einmal täglich rezitiert, werden selbst die größten Sünden abgewaschen.
Wenn zweimal täglich rezitiert, werden Reichtum und Wohlbefinden im Überfluss fließen. || 10 ||
त्रिकालं यः पठेन्नित्यं महाशत्रुविनाशनम् । महालक्ष्मीर्भवेन्नित्यं प्रसन्ना वरदा शुभा || 11 ||
trikalam yah pathennityam mahashatruvinashanam | mahalakshmirbhavennityam prasanna varada shubha || 11 ||
Wenn es dreimal täglich rezitiert wird, werden selbst die größten Feinde oder Hindernisse zerstört.
Die Göttin Mahalakshmi, die Gewährerin von Segnungen, wird erfreut sein. || 11 ||
॥ इति इन्द्रकृतं श्रीमहालक्ष्म्यष्टकं सम्पूर्णम् ॥
||iti indrakritam mahalakshmyashtakam sampurnam ||
So endet das von Herrn Indra verfasste Mahalakshmi Ashtakam.
How to Chant Mahalakshmi Stotram
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Find a quiet, clean space
Sit in a comfortable, undisturbed environment. Face east or north if possible. You may light incense or a candle to set a contemplative atmosphere.
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Settle into a comfortable posture
Sit cross-legged on the floor or upright in a chair. Keep the spine erect and place the hands on the knees with palms facing upward.
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Take three cleansing breaths
Inhale slowly through the nose, hold briefly, and exhale completely. Repeat three times to calm the mind and prepare for mantra recitation.
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Begin chanting Mahalakshmi Stotram
Chant the mantra clearly and with devotion — aloud, in a whisper, or silently. Use a mala (108 beads) to count repetitions. Aim for a consistent, unhurried rhythm throughout the session.
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Rest in stillness
After completing your chanting, sit quietly for two to five minutes. Allow the vibration of the mantra to settle within. Close the practice with a moment of gratitude.
Benefits of Mahalakshmi Stotram
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A prayer for prosperity, wealth, and abundance in all areas of life
Source: Mahalakshmi Stotram verses 9-11 (phaladyana)
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Traditionally said to grant siddhis (spiritual accomplishments) and buddhi (wisdom and intellect)
Source: Verse 4: Siddhibuddhiprade Devi
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Devotees chant it to ask forgiveness for past wrongs and for obstacles to be cleared
Source: Verse 9: Sarvasiddimavapnoti (all accomplishments obtained)
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Bestows both material enjoyment (bhukti) and spiritual liberation (mukti)
Source: Verse 4: Bhuktimukti Pradayini
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Traditionally recited as a prayer for protection from enemies and adversaries
Source: Verses 2, 3: Kolasura Bhayankari, Sarvadushta Bhayankari
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Aligns consciousness with universal abundance and divine grace
Source: Traditional practice and Lakshmi Tantra texts
Story & Symbolism
The Mahalakshmi Stotram emerges from the celestial realms through Lord Indra, king of the Devatas (divine beings). According to Hindu tradition, the Ashtakam (eight-verse form) represents a distilled, potent prayer structure favored by devas themselves for invoking divine grace. Indra, despite his rank among the gods, recognized Mahalakshmi's supremacy in bestowing all forms of prosperity and spiritual advancement. The composition likely crystallized within the Bhagavata Purana tradition and related Shakti-focused texts, where Lakshmi's veneration reached unprecedented depth. The fact that even the king of heaven composed this hymn underscores a crucial theological principle: all beings, regardless of status, depend upon the Goddess's grace for fulfillment.
Theologically, Mahalakshmi represents a profound evolution in understanding Lakshmi beyond simple wealth. She is regarded as Adi Shakti (primordial cosmic energy), Maheshvari (supreme sovereign), and the unifying principle connecting worldly prosperity to spiritual liberation. The Stotram's verses systematically unveil her infinite forms: she who rides Garuda, she who holds weapons of protection, she who dwells in all beings as yoga itself, she who transcends beginning and end. This multidimensional portrayal acknowledges that true abundance encompasses health, wisdom, dharma, protection from harm, and ultimately, moksha (liberation). The Goddess isn't merely petitioned for worldly gain but revered as the conscious principle animating all creation toward excellence.
Today, the Mahalakshmi Stotram remains a cornerstone of domestic and temple worship, particularly during Diwali season and Lakshmi Puja celebrations. Hindu families chant it seeking blessings, while serious practitioners use it as a sadhana (spiritual discipline) for transforming consciousness. Its transmission occurred orally through gurus, temple priests, and devotional communities before appearing in written liturgical texts. The Stotram's enduring relevance reflects timeless wisdom: a life rooted in devotion, ethical living, and respect for cosmic order is seen as the ground in which abundance can grow.
How to Use in Daily Life
Dawn Recitation
Chant during brahma muhurta (pre-dawn hours) when energy is pristine. Light a ghee lamp, sit facing east, and recite with focused intention. Even 5 minutes of sincere practice sets a prosperous tone for your entire day.
Meditative Practice
Use the Stotram as a meditation anchor. Chant slowly, contemplating each verse's meaning. Visualize Mahalakshmi seated on her lotus, radiating golden light, and offer your prayer for obstacles to be cleared and for abundance in your life.
Puja Ritual
Incorporate into daily Lakshmi Puja or household altar worship. Offer flowers, incense, or food while reciting. This transforms ordinary actions into sacred communion, deepening your connection with the Goddess's grace.
Evening Reflection
Chant before sleep to invoke protective blessings overnight. The slow, steady sound can calm the mind and quieten busy thoughts before you drift into deep rest.