नमो नमो दुर्गे सुख करनी।
नमो नमो दुर्गे दुःख हरनी॥
निरंकार है ज्योति तुम्हारी।
तिहूँ लोक फैली उजियारी॥
Durga Chalisa
दुर्गा चालीसा
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॥ Doha ॥
॥ Chaupai ॥
शशि ललाट मुख महाविशाला।
नेत्र लाल भृकुटि विकराला॥
रूप मातु को अधिक सुहावे।
दरश करत जन अति सुख पावे॥
तुम संसार शक्ति लै कीना।
पालन हेतु अन्न धन दीना॥
अन्नपूर्णा हुई जग पाला।
तुम ही आदि सुन्दरी बाला॥
प्रलयकाल सब नाशन हारी।
तुम गौरी शिवशंकर प्यारी॥
शिव योगी तुम्हरे गुण गावें।
ब्रह्मा विष्णु तुम्हें नित ध्यावें॥
रूप सरस्वती को तुम धारा।
दे सुबुद्धि ऋषि मुनिन उबारा॥
धरयो रूप नरसिंह को अम्बा।
परगट भई फाड़कर खम्बा॥
रक्षा करि प्रह्लाद बचायो।
हिरण्याक्ष को स्वर्ग पठायो॥
लक्ष्मी रूप धरो जग माहीं।
श्री नारायण अंग समाहीं॥
क्षीरसिन्धु में करत विलासा।
दयासिन्धु दीजै मन आसा॥
हिंगलाज में तुम्हीं भवानी।
महिमा अमित न जात बखानी॥
मातंगी अरु धूमावति माता।
भुवनेश्वरी बगला सुख दाता॥
श्री भैरव तारा जग तारिणी।
छिन्न भाल भव दुःख निवारिणी॥
केहरि वाहन सोह भवानी।
लांगुर वीर चलत अगवानी॥
कर में खप्पर खड्ग विराजै।
जाको देख काल डर भाजै॥
सोहै अस्त्र और त्रिशूला।
जाते उठत शत्रु हिय शूला॥
नगरकोट में तुम्हीं विराजत।
तिहुँलोक में डंका बाजत॥
शुम्भ निशुम्भ दानव तुम मारे।
रक्तबीज शंखन संहारे॥
महिषासुर नृप अति अभिमानी।
जेहि अघ भार मही अकुलानी॥
रूप कराल कालिका धारा।
सेन सहित तुम तिहि संहारा॥
परी गाढ़ सन्तन पर जब जब।
भई सहाय मातु तुम तब तब॥
अमरपुरी अरु बासव लोका।
तब महिमा सब रहें अशोका॥
ज्वाला में है ज्योति तुम्हारी।
तुम्हें सदा पूजें नर नारी॥
प्रेम भक्ति से जो यश गावें।
दुःख दारिद्र निकट नहिं आवें॥
ध्यावे तुम्हें जो नर मन लाई।
जन्ममरण ताकौ छुटि जाई॥
जोगी सुर मुनि कहत पुकारी।
योग न हो बिन शक्ति तुम्हारी॥
शंकर आचारज तप कीनो।
काम अरु क्रोध जीति सब लीनो॥
निशिदिन ध्यान धरो शंकर को।
काहु काल नहिं सुमिरो तुमको॥
शक्ति रूप का मरम न पायो।
शक्ति गई तब मन पछितायो॥
शरणागत हुई कीर्ति बखानी।
जय जय जय जगदम्ब भवानी॥
भई प्रसन्न आदि जगदम्बा।
दई शक्ति नहिं कीन विलम्बा॥
मोको मातु कष्ट अति घेरो।
तुम बिन कौन हरै दुःख मेरो॥
आशा तृष्णा निपट सतावें।
मोह मदादिक सब बिनशावें॥
शत्रु नाश कीजै महारानी।
सुमिरौं इकचित तुम्हें भवानी॥
करो कृपा हे मातु दयाला।
ऋद्धिसिद्धि दै करहु निहाला॥
जब लगि जिऊँ दया फल पाऊँ।
तुम्हरो यश मैं सदा सुनाऊँ॥
श्री दुर्गा चालीसा जो कोई गावै।
सब सुख भोग परमपद पावै॥
देवीदास शरण निज जानी।
कहु कृपा जगदम्ब भवानी॥
॥ Doha ॥
शरणागत रक्षा करे,
भक्त रहे नि:शंक।
मैं आया तेरी शरण में,
मातु लिजिये अंक॥
Highlights
Maa Durga is regarded as the goddess of Shakti (divine power), believed to grant her devotees courage, protection, and victory over negative forces.
Reciting Durga Chalisa during Navratri, and on Tuesdays and Fridays, is considered especially auspicious.
The Chalisa describes Maa Durga's many forms — Mahishasuramardini, Kalika, Bhavani — and her divine deeds.
Information
About Durga Chalisa
Durga Chalisa is a traditional devotional composition dedicated to Maa Durga, the presiding goddess of Shakti. Across forty verses, it beautifully describes her divine form, her powers, and her victory over demonic forces. This Chalisa has been recited with devotion by generations of devotees and holds an important place in the bhakti tradition of Sanatan Dharma.
What is Durga Chalisa?
Durga Chalisa is a poetic hymn describing Maa Durga's nine forms, her compassion, and her valor. It recounts the destruction of demons like Shumbha-Nishumbha, Mahishasura, and Raktabija, reflecting the Goddess's power and her resolve to protect dharma. It is believed that reciting this Chalisa with devotion removes fear, sorrow, and negativity from a devotee's life.
Benefits of Durga Chalisa
• It is believed that regular recitation increases courage and inner strength.
• It is believed to offer protection from enemies and negative energies.
• It is thought to help remove obstacles and difficulties in life.
• It is said to bring mental peace and self-confidence.
• Reciting it during Navratri is considered a way to receive the Goddess's special grace.
Best Time to Recite Durga Chalisa
1. Reciting Durga Chalisa daily during the nine days of Navratri is considered extremely auspicious.
2. Reciting it on Tuesdays and Fridays is considered especially fruitful.
3. It is considered appropriate to recite it after bathing, with a clean mind and clothes.
4. It can also be recited during the evening aarti.
Lyrics and Notes
Durga Chalisa's Hindi lyrics are read and heard by millions of devotees every day. Here we present the complete text of Durga Chalisa along with its meaning, so devotees can not only recite it but also understand the meaning of each verse.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Durga Chalisa dedicated to?
Durga Chalisa is dedicated to Maa Durga, the goddess of Shakti, also known as Adishakti, Bhavani, and Jagadamba. The Chalisa describes her various forms and divine deeds.
When should Durga Chalisa be recited?
Reciting Durga Chalisa during the nine days of Navratri, and on Tuesdays and Fridays, is considered especially auspicious. Devotees can also recite it daily after bathing.
Are there any rules for reciting Durga Chalisa?
It is considered appropriate to bathe and wear clean clothes before reciting. Reciting with a calm mind and devotion is considered important, as it is believed to bring the Goddess's grace.
Which demons are mentioned in Durga Chalisa?
The Chalisa mentions demons such as Shumbha, Nishumbha, Mahishasura, and Raktabija, who Maa Durga is described as having destroyed to protect dharma.
Can women recite Durga Chalisa?
Yes, Durga Chalisa can be recited by all devotees, both men and women. Since Maa Durga herself is a symbol of feminine power, it holds special significance for women.
What are the benefits of reciting Durga Chalisa?
It is believed that regularly reciting Durga Chalisa brings courage, protection, mental peace, and freedom from negative energies. Devotees believe it also helps remove obstacles in life.
Who wrote Durga Chalisa?
Durga Chalisa is a traditional devotional composition without a single, definitively documented author. It has reached devotees over centuries through oral and written tradition.
Are Durga Chalisa and Durga Saptashati the same?
No, they are different compositions. Durga Saptashati is an extensive text composed in Sanskrit, while Durga Chalisa is a shorter, simpler devotional hymn in Hindi that ordinary devotees can easily understand and recite.
How many times should Durga Chalisa be recited?
Devotees may recite Durga Chalisa once daily according to their faith and convenience, or 7, 11, or 21 times on special occasions.
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