Vaidyanatha Ashtakam Mantra
Vaidyanatha Ashtakam Mantra

Vaidyanatha Ashtakam Mantra

Vaidyanatha Ashtakam Lyrics, Meaning, Benefits, Download

Learn everything about this divine mantra that will heal your ailments
 
 
The Vaidyanatha Ashtakam is a sacred hymn dedicated to Lord Vaidyanatha, a form of Lord Shiva, who is regarded as the divine healer.
The mantra praises the healing attributes of Lord Vaidyanatha and is often chanted by devotees seeking relief from ailments and health issues.
The Vaidyanatha Ashtakam is the latest addition to our library of mantras which also includes Ganesha, Krishna, Buddha, and Vishnu mantras.
 

Lyrics of the Mantra

Verse 1 :
|| Shri Raama Soumithri Jataayu Veda,
Shadaanana-Adithya Kujaarchithaaya,
Shri Neelakanthaaya Dayaamayaaya,
Shri Vaidyanaathaaya Namah Shivaaya ||
 
Verse 2 :
|| Ganga Pravaahendu Jataa Dharaaya,
Trilochanaaya Smara Kaala Hanthre,
Samastha Devairapi Poojithaaya,
Shri Vaidyanaathaaya Namah Shivaaya ||
 
Verse 3 :
|| Bhaktha Priyaaya, Tripuraanthakaaya,
Pinaakine Dushta Haraaya Nithyam,
Prathyaksha Leelaaya Manushyaloke,
Shri Vaidyanaathaaya Namah Shivaaya ||
 
Verse 4 :
|| Prabhootha Vaathaadhi Samastha Roga,
Pranaasha Karthre Muni Vandhithaaya,
Prabhakarenndvagni Vilochanaaya,
Shri Vaidyanaathaaya Namah Shivaaya ||
 
Verse 5 :
|| Vaakshrothra Nethraangri Viheena Jantho,
Vaakshrothra Nethraangrimukha Pradaaya,
Kushthaadhi Sarvonnatha Roga Hanthre,
Shri Vaidyanaathaaya Namah Shivaaya ||
 
Verse 6 :
|| Vedantha Vedhyaaya Jagan Mayaaya,
Yogiswaradhyeya Padambujaaya,
Trimurthi Roopaaya Sahasra Naamne,
Shri Vaidyanaathaaya Namah Shivaaya ||
 
Verse 7 :
|| Swatheertha-Amrutabhasma-Bhrudanga Bhaajaam,
Pishaacha Dukkhaarthi Bhayaapahaaya,
Aathma Swaroopaaya Shareera Bhaajaam,
Shri Vaidyanaathaaya Namah Shivaaya ||
 
Verse 8 :
|| Shri Neelakanthaaya Vrushabdhwajaaya,
Straggandha Basmaadhya-Abhi Shobithaaya,
Suputhra Daaraadhi Shubhaagyadaaya,
Shri Vaidyanaathaaya Namah Shivaaya ||
 
Concluding Verse :
|| Vaalambikesha Vaidyesha Bhava Roga Harethi Cha,
Japen Naama Thrayam Nithyam Mahaa Roga Nivaaranam ||
 

Meaning of the Mantra

Verse 1:
|| Shri Raama Soumithri Jataayu Veda,
Shadaanana-Adithya Kujaarchithaaya,
Shri Neelakanthaaya Dayaamayaaya,
Shri Vaidyanaathaaya Namah Shivaaya ||
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Meaning :
I surrender to Lord Shiva, The master of physicians,
Worshipped by the gods themselves,
Worshipped in every scripture, And the stars and planets
The most merciful and benevolent of all
 
Verse 2:
|| Ganga Pravaahendu Jataa Dharaaya,
Trilochanaaya Smara Kaala Hanthre,
Samastha Devairapi Poojithaaya,
Shri Vaidyanaathaaya Namah Shivaaya ||
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Meaning :
I bow to Lord Shiva, The master of physicians,
The One whose head adorns the holy Ganges and the resplendent moon,
The Three-eyed One, who is revered by all
 
Verse 3:
|| Bhaktha Priyaaya Tripuraanthakaaya,
Pinaakine Dushta Haraaya Nithyam,
Prathyaksha Leelaaya Manushyaloke,
Shri Vaidyanaathaaya Namah Shivaaya ||
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Meaning :
My salutations to Lord Shiva, The master of physicians,
Loved by his devotees,
And is yet the fierce destroyer of all evil in the human world.
 
Verse 4:
|| Prabhootha Vaathaadhi Samastha Roga,
Pranaasha Karthre Muni Vandhithaaya,
Prabhakarenndvagni Vilochanaaya,
Shri Vaidyanaathaaya Namah Shivaaya ||
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Meaning :
I bow before Lord Shiva, The master of physicians,
The One who heals every illness and pain,
And whose eyes are the Sun God,
the Moon God and the God of Fire
 
Verse 5:
|| Vaakshrothra Nethraangri Viheena Jantho,
Vaakshrothra Nethraangrimukha Pradaaya,
Kushthaadhi Sarvonnatha Roga Hanthre,
Shri Vaidyanaathaaya Namah Shivaaya ||
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Meaning :
I seek the blessings of Lord Shiva,
The master of physicians,
Who clears every deformity and illness effortlessly.
 
Verse 6:
|| Vedantha Vedhyaaya Jagan Mayaaya,
Yogiswaradhyeya Padambujaaya,
Trimurthi Roopaaya Sahasra Naamne,
Shri Vaidyanaathaaya Namah Shivaaya ||
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Meaning :
I pray to Lord Shiva, The master of physicians,
The One is present throughout the entire universe,
The One whose lotus feet are meditated upon by the most learned sages,
The One who embodies the Holy Trinity, and who has a thousand names.
 
Verse 7:
|| Swatheertha-Amrutabhasma-Bhrudanga Bhaajaam,
Pishaacha Dukkhaarthi Bhayaapahaaya,
Aathma Swaroopaaya Shareera Bhaajaam,
Shri Vaidyanaathaaya Namah Shivaaya ||
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Meaning :
I hail Lord Shiva, The master of physicians,
The Eradicator of all sufferings, sorrows, and fears,
And the divine incarnation of the soul within the human body.
 
Verse 8:
|| Shri Neelakanthaaya Vrushabdhwajaaya,
Straggandha Basmaadhya-Abhi Shobithaaya,
Suputhra Daaraadhi Shubhaagyadaaya,
Shri Vaidyanaathaaya Namah Shivaaya ||
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Meaning :
I open myself to the blessings of Lord Shiva, The master of physicians,
The One with a blue neck, and the bull on his sacred flag,
The One radiating from the offerings of flowers, ash, and sandalwood,
Who grants health, love, and good fortune.
 
Concluding Verse :
|| Vaalambikesha Vaidyesha Bhava Roga Harethi Cha,
Japen Naama Thrayam Nithyam Mahaa Roga Nivaaranam ||
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Meaning :
The one who chants this prayer thrice a day full of devotion and prays to Lord Vaidyanatha,
Who removes all fear of birth and death Will be healed of the severest illnesses.
 

Variations of the Mantra

The mantra may also be referred to as the Vidyanath Ashtakam or Vaithesswaran Ashtakam.
There are no major variations ine meaning of the Vaidyanatha Ashtakam mantra.
While the Vaidyanatha Ashtakam remains consistent in its form, regional differences and transliterations may result in slight variations in pronunciation.
However, the essence of the mantra and its praise for Lord Vaidyanatha as the divine healer remains the same across various versions.
 

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Benefits of the Mantra

The Vaidyanatha Ashtakam Mantra holds several benefits for the mind of both the chanter and the listener.
Listening to this healing Shiva mantra along with meditation helps you in the following ways.
 
Benefit 1 - Physical healing
This mantra heals you from physical ailments and illnesses
 
Benefit 2 - Gives self-belief
Your mental resilience is improved, leading to greater self-belief
 
Benefit 3 - Raises vibrations
This soothing chant puts you in a positive frame of mind, leading to overall well-being
 

History of the Mantra

Vaidyanatha, also known as Vaidyanath or Vaitheeswaran, is an aspect of Lord Shiva that represents the divine healer and physician. This form of Shiva is venerated as the ultimate source of health and well-being, and He is believed to possess the power to cure diseases and ailments.
The origins of Vaidyanatha can be traced back to various stories in Hindu mythology. One such story tells of a demon named Ravana, who performed intense penance to please Lord Shiva. Ravana, who was an ardent devotee of Shiva, asked for a boon to take the lingam of Shiva to his kingdom in Lanka.
Lord Shiva granted him the boon with the condition that the lingam should not be placed on the ground before reaching its destination. However, due to divine intervention, Ravana was forced to place the lingam on the ground, and it became permanently fixed on the spot.
This spot is believed to be Vaidyanath Jyotirlinga, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas in India, which is dedicated to the healing aspect of Shiva.
Another story is related to the famous Sage Markandeya, who was cured of a fatal disease by praying to Lord Vaidyanatha. This story reinforces the belief that Vaidyanatha has the power to grant health and longevity to devotees.
Chanting the Vaidyanatha Ashtakam is believed to invoke the divine healing energy of Lord Vaidyanatha. It is especially beneficial for those seeking relief from health issues and diseases.
Devotees believe that by sincerely reciting the hymn, they can seek Lord Vaidyanatha's blessings for good health, physical well-being, and protection from illnesses. It is also a powerful mantra for spiritual upliftment and inner healing.