Vishnu panch ayudha stotram
The Vishnu Panch ayudha Stotram is a sacred hymn that glorifies the five divine weapons of Lord Vishnu — Sudarshana Chakra (discus), Panchajanya Shankha (conch), Kaumodaki Gada (mace), Nandaka Khadga (sword), and Sharanga Dhanush (bow). Each verse invokes the protective and purifying power of these weapons, symbolizing Vishnu’s role as the cosmic guardian and destroyer of evil.
Benefits of Recitation:
- Removes fear, sorrow, and sin from the devotee’s life
- Offers divine protection in dangerous situations — war, fire, water, or enemy threats
- Brings peace, happiness, and spiritual strength
- Shields the devotee from negative energies and misfortunes
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
How to Use This Stotra/Namavali for Your Benefit
To truly receive the blessings of this Stotra there are two methods. The first method is that you begin by taking a sankalpa—a heartfelt vow or intention. Decide how many days you will commit to this practice: 7, 9, 11, 21, 40, or any number that feels spiritually aligned with your goal.
Click here for Hindi Version
Your intention may be for:
- Financial stability
- A fulfilling job
- Peace and health
- The well-being of a loved one
- Spiritual growth
- Marriage
- Divine grace and protection
- Or any other goal/desire that you may have in mind
The desire should be genuine and positive, never rooted in harm or negativity.
Click here to go “Back to Bhagwan”
Daily Recitation Commitment
Choose how many times you will recite the Stotra each day: 3, 5, 7, 11, 21 or more—based on your capacity and devotion. If you miss a day, your sadhana becomes compromised, and you must begin again from Day 1. This discipline strengthens your spiritual resolve.
Bhakti Without Boundaries
The second method is that you may choose to chant this Stotra purely out of bhakti—without any time-bound commitments. In such cases, the heart becomes the altar, and sincerity becomes the offering.
Factors That Influence the Results
The fruits of your sadhana depend on:
- The number of daily recitations
- The total duration of your practice (number of days)
- The depth of your concentration and devotion
Click here to go “Back to Bhagwan”
You can amplify the energy of your sadhana by observing certain spiritual disciplines (these are recommended but no mandatory):
- Avoiding non-vegetarian food
- Refraining from onion and garlic
- Sitting for recitation at the same time daily
- Abstaining from sensual indulgences or distractions
Click here for Hindi Version
The more difficult and focused your practice, the more profound the blessings/results after its completion.
Vishnu Panch Ayudha Stotram Begins
Suradvisam prana vinashi vishnos chakram sada aham sharanam prapadye
Blazing like the fire of a thousand flames,
Brilliant with the radiance of millions of suns,
Destroyer of the life force of the enemies of the gods,
I seek refuge in the discus of Vishnu.
Tam panchajanyam shashi koti shubhram shankham sada aham sharanam prapadye
Filled with the breath arising from Vishnu’s mouth,
Whose sound shatters the pride of the demons,
White as the radiance of millions of moons,
I take refuge in the conch Panchajanya.
Vaikuntha vama agra kara abhimrishtam gadam sada aham sharanam prapadye
Golden in radiance and strong as Mount Meru,
The Kaumodaki that destroys the race of demons,
Held firmly in the left hand of Vaikuntha,
I take refuge in that mighty mace.
Tam nandakam nama hareh pradiptam khadgam sada aham sharanam prapadye
Sever of the fierce throats of demons and asuras,
Forever dripping with blood and deadly fluid streams,
The blazing sword named Nandaka of the Lord,
I take refuge in it.
Bhavanti daitya ashani banavalli sharngam sada aham sharanam prapadye
Whose knowledge-filled sound and hearing,
Instantly frees the minds of the gods from fear,
The vine of arrows that destroy demons,
I always take refuge in that Sharnga.
Samastadukhanibhyani sadya papani nashyanti sukhani santi
Whoever recites the hymn of the five great weapons of Hari,
Every morning without fail,
All their sorrows and fears vanish immediately,
Sins are destroyed and happiness prevails.
Idam pathan stotram anakulatma sukhi bhavettatkrt sarvarakshah
In forests, amidst enemies, water, and fire,
During sudden accidents and great dangers,
One who recites this hymn remains undisturbed,
And becomes happy and fully protected.
Peetambaram kaustubh vatsalaanchitam
Shriya sametojjvalashobhitangam
Vishnum sada aham sharanam prapadye
Who bears the discus, conch, mace, and sword,
Dressed in yellow robes, adorned by Kaustubha gem,
Glorious and radiant, accompanied by Shri (Lakshmi),
I always seek refuge in Vishnu.
