( संकटनाशक स्तोत्र )
प्रणम्य शिरसा देवं गौरीपुत्रं विनायकम्
भक्तावासं स्मरेन्नित्यम् आयुष्कामार्थसिद्धये ॥१॥
प्रथमं वक्रतुण्डं च एकदन्तं द्वितीयकम्
तृतीयं कृष्णपिङगाक्षं गजवक्त्रं चतुर्थकम् ॥२॥
लम्बोदरं पञ्चमं च षष्ठं विकटमेव च
सप्तमं विघ्नराजेन्द्रं धुम्रवर्णं तथाष्टकम् ॥३॥
नवमं भालचन्द्रं च दशमं तु विनायकम्
एकादशं गणपतिं द्वादशं तु गजाननम् ॥४॥
द्वादशेतानि नामानि त्रिसंध्यं यः पठेन्नर:
न च विघ्नभयं तस्य सर्वसिद्धीकरः प्रभो ॥५॥
विद्यार्थी लभते विद्यां धनार्थी लभते धनम्
पुत्रार्थी लभते पुत्रान्मोक्षार्थी लभते गतिम् ॥६॥
जपेद्गणपतिस्तोत्रं षड्भिर्मासै: फलं लभेत्
संवत्सरेण सिद्धीं च लभते नात्र संशयः ॥७॥
अष्टभ्यो ब्राह्मणेभ्यश्च लिखित्वा यः समर्पयेत्
तस्य विद्या भवेत्सर्वा गणेशस्य प्रसादत: ॥८॥
इति श्रीनारदपुराणे सङ्कटनाशनं नाम श्रीगणपतिस्तोत्रं संपूर्णम्||
The Divine Power and Importance of
Sankat Nashak Ganesh Stotra
Introduction
The Sankat Nashak Ganesh Stotra is one of the most revered prayers dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles, destroyer of negativity, and bestower of wisdom, prosperity, and peace. This sacred stotra is traditionally recited to seek protection from difficulties, remove karmic obstacles, and attain success in life.
In Sanatan Dharma, Lord Ganesha is worshipped before beginning any important work because He governs intellect, destiny, timing, and the removal of unseen blockages. Regular recitation of this stotra is believed to bring divine blessings and inner strength during challenging periods of life.
Spiritual Significance of Sankat Nashak Ganesh Stotra
The word:
Sankat means troubles, obstacles, suffering, or crises
Nashak means destroyer
Thus, Sankat Nashak Ganesh Stotra literally means:
“The sacred hymn that destroys difficulties through the blessings of Lord Ganesha.”
This stotra glorifies different divine forms of Shri Ganesha and invokes His protective energy to remove:
Fear
Negativity
Delays
Financial struggles
Mental stress
Obstacles in career, marriage, education, and spiritual progress
Benefits of Reciting Sankat Nashak Ganesh Stotra
- Removes Obstacles and Delays
Regular chanting helps clear visible and invisible blockages in life and creates smoother progress in important tasks. - Brings Mental Peace and Stability
The vibrations of the stotra calm the mind, reduce anxiety, and increase emotional balance. - Improves Intelligence and Decision-Making
Lord Ganesha is the deity of wisdom and intellect. Recitation enhances concentration, clarity, and practical judgment. - Protection from Negative Energies
The stotra is traditionally believed to protect against:
Evil eye
Negative influences
Fear and insecurity
Rahu-Ketu disturbances - Success in Career and Education
Students, professionals, and businesspersons often recite this stotra before important work, examinations, interviews, or new beginnings. - Helps During Difficult Planetary Periods
During challenging dasha, transit, or karmic phases, Ganapati worship helps reduce intensity and grants inner strength. - Enhances Spiritual Growth
Regular devotion gradually purifies thoughts, strengthens discipline, and deepens spiritual awareness.
Best Time to Recite
The stotra can be recited:
Daily in the morning
Before starting important work
During Sankashti Chaturthi
On Wednesdays
During difficult life phases or stressful periods
For stronger spiritual effects:
Light a diya before Lord Ganesha
Offer Durva grass or Modak
Chant with devotion and concentration
Who Should Recite It?
This sacred stotra is especially beneficial for:
Students
Business owners
Professionals
People facing repeated obstacles
Individuals suffering from stress or instability
Spiritual seekers
Anyone beginning a new phase of life
Spiritual Understanding
The true meaning of Ganapati worship is not only external success, but also removal of inner obstacles such as:
Fear
Ego
Confusion
Laziness
Negative thinking
Lack of discipline
When these inner obstacles are removed, external success naturally follows.
Conclusion
The Sankat Nashak Ganesh Stotra is not merely a prayer — it is a powerful spiritual practice that helps align the mind, karma, and destiny with divine grace. Through regular recitation with faith and discipline, one gradually experiences protection, clarity, peace, and progress in life.
॥ श्री गणेशाय नमः ॥
Om Gam Ganapataye Namah
Dr. Kardam Rishi’s Astrology
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