Shri Durga Chalisa || श्री दुर्गा चालीसा ||

1

नमो नमो दुर्गे सुख करनी। नमो नमो अम्बे दुःख हरनी॥

Namo Namo Durge Sukh Karni, Namo Namo Ambe Dukh Harni.

I bow to Goddess Durga, the giver of happiness, and to Mother Amba, the remover of sorrow.

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निरंकार है ज्योति तुम्हारी। तिहुँ लोक फैली उजियारी॥

Nirankar Hai Jyoti Tumhari, Tihun Lok Phaili Ujiyari.

Your divine light is beyond form and spreads its radiance throughout the three worlds.

3

शशि ललाट मुख महाविशाला। नेत्र लाल भृकुटि विकराला॥

Shashi Lalat Mukh Mahavishala, Netra Lal Bhrikuti Vikarala.

Your forehead shines like the moon, your face is magnificent, and your red eyes and fierce brows reveal your formidable power.

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रूप मातु को अधिक सुहावे। दरश करत जन अति सुख पावे॥

Roop Matu Ko Adhik Suhave, Daras Karat Jan Ati Sukh Pave.

Your divine appearance is exceedingly beautiful, and devotees find great joy in beholding you.

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तुम संसार शक्ति लय कीन्हा। पालन हेतु अन्न धन दीन्हा॥

Tum Sansar Shakti Lay Kinha, Palan Hetu Ann Dhan Dinha.

You embody the power of creation and dissolution and provide food and prosperity to sustain the world.

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अन्नपूर्णा हुई जग पाला। तुम ही आदि सुन्दरी बाला॥

Annapurna Hui Jag Pala, Tum Hi Aadi Sundari Bala.

As Annapurna, you nourish the world; you are also the primordial and eternally beautiful Goddess.

7

प्रलयकाल सब नाशन हारी। तुम गौरी शिव शंकर प्यारी॥

Pralayakaal Sab Nashan Hari, Tum Gauri Shiv Shankar Pyari.

At the time of cosmic dissolution, you bring an end to creation. You are Gauri, the beloved consort of Lord Shiva.

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शिव योगी तुम्हरे गुण गावें। ब्रह्मा विष्णु तुम्हें नित ध्यावें॥

Shiv Yogi Tumhare Gun Gaven, Brahma Vishnu Tumhen Nit Dhyaven.

Lord Shiva and the yogis sing your praises, while Brahma and Vishnu meditate upon you.

9

रूप सरस्वती को तुम धारा। दे सुबुद्धि ऋषि मुनिन उबारा॥

Roop Saraswati Ko Tum Dhara, De Subuddhi Rishi Munin Ubara.

You manifest as Goddess Saraswati, bestowing wisdom and helping sages through divine knowledge.

10

धरा रूप नरसिंह को अम्बा। प्रगट भई फाड़कर खम्बा॥

Dhara Roop Narasinh Ko Amba, Pragat Bhai Phadkar Khamba.

The divine power you represent appeared as Narasimha, who emerged from a pillar to protect his devotee.

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रक्षा करि प्रह्लाद बचायो। हिरण्याक्ष को स्वर्ग पठायो॥

Raksha Kari Prahlad Bachayo, Hiranyaksha Ko Swarg Pathayo.

Divine power protected Prahlada and defeated the forces of evil.

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लक्ष्मी रूप धरो जग माहीं। श्री नारायण अंग समाहीं॥

Lakshmi Roop Dharo Jag Mahin, Shri Narayan Ang Samahin.

You manifest as Lakshmi in the world and are united with Lord Narayana.

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क्षीरसिंधु में करत विलासा। दयासिन्धु दीजै मन आसा॥

Kshirsindhu Mein Karat Vilasa, Dayasindhu Dijai Man Asa.

You dwell in the ocean of milk; O ocean of compassion, fulfil the sincere prayers of your devotees.

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हिंगलाज में तुम्हीं भवानी। महिमा अमित न जात बखानी॥

Hinglaj Mein Tumhin Bhavani, Mahima Amit Na Jat Bakhani.

You are worshipped as Bhavani at Hinglaj, and your immeasurable glory cannot be fully described.

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मातंगी अरु धूमावति माता। भुवनेश्वरी बगला सुखदाता॥

Matangi Aru Dhoomavati Mata, Bhuvaneshwari Bagla Sukhdāta.

You manifest as Matangi, Dhumavati, Bhuvaneshwari, and Bagalamukhi, among the divine forms of the Goddess.

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श्री भैरव तारा जग तारिणी। छिन्न भाल भव दुःख निवारिणी॥

Shri Bhairavi Tara Jag Tarini, Chhinna Bhal Bhav Dukh Nivarini.

You are worshipped as Bhairavi, Tara, and Chhinnamasta, forms associated with liberation and the overcoming of worldly suffering.

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केहरि वाहन सोह भवानी। लांगुर वीर चलत अगवानी॥

Kehari Vahan Soh Bhavani, Langur Veer Chalat Agavani.

O Bhavani, you are resplendent upon your lion, while the heroic attendants of the Goddess accompany you.

18

कर में खप्पर खड्ग विराजै। जाको देख काल डर भाजै॥

Kar Mein Khappar Khadg Virajai, Jako Dekh Kaal Dar Bhajai.

You hold a skull bowl and sword; even the personification of death is said to fear your formidable power.

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सोहै अस्त्र और त्रिशूला। जाते उठत शत्रु हिय शूला॥

Sohai Astra Aur Trishula, Jate Uthat Shatru Hiy Shula.

Your weapons and trident shine brilliantly, striking fear into the hearts of evil forces.

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नगरकोट में तुम्हीं विराजत। तिहुँ लोक में डंका बाजत॥

Nagarkot Mein Tumhin Virajat, Tihun Lok Mein Danka Bajat.

You are worshipped at Nagarkot, and your glory resounds throughout the three worlds.

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शुम्भ निशुम्भ दानव तुम मारे। रक्तबीज शंखन संहारे॥

Shumbh Nishumbh Danav Tum Mare, Raktabeej Shankhan Sanhare.

You defeated the demons Shumbha and Nishumbha and destroyed Raktabija and other demonic forces.

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महिषासुर नृप अति अभिमानी। जेहि अघ भार मही अकुलानी॥

Mahishasur Nrip Ati Abhimani, Jehi Agh Bhar Mahi Akulani.

The arrogant demon king Mahishasura burdened the earth with his wrongdoing and tyranny.

23

रूप कराल कालिका धारा। सेन सहित तुम तिहि संहारा॥

Roop Karal Kalika Dhara, Sen Sahit Tum Tahi Sanhara.

Taking the fierce form of Kalika, you destroyed the evil enemy and his army.

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परी गाढ़ सन्तन पर जब जब। भई सहाय मातु तुम तब तब॥

Pari Garh Santan Par Jab Jab, Bhai Sahay Matu Tum Tab Tab.

Whenever your devotees face severe adversity, you come to their aid as a compassionate mother.

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अमरपुरी अरु बासव लोका। तब महिमा सब रहें अशोका॥

Amar Puri Aru Basav Loka, Tab Mahima Sab Rahen Ashoka.

Your glory extends to the heavenly realms, where your divine power brings freedom from sorrow.

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ज्वाला में है ज्योति तुम्हारी। तुम्हें सदा पूजें नर नारी॥

Jwala Mein Hai Jyoti Tumhari, Tumhen Sada Poojen Nar Nari.

Your divine flame shines at sacred places such as Jwala, where men and women worship you.

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प्रेम भक्ति से जो यश गावें। दुःख दारिद्र निकट न आवें॥

Prem Bhakti Se Jo Yash Gaven, Dukh Daridra Nikat Na Aaven.

Those who sing your praises with love and devotion seek freedom from sorrow and poverty.

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ध्यावे तुम्हें जो नर मन लाई। जन्म मरण ताकौ छुटि जाई॥

Dhyave Tumhen Jo Nar Man Lai, Janam Maran Tako Chhuti Jai.

Those who meditate upon you with a devoted heart aspire to liberation from the cycle of birth and death.

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जोगी सुर मुनि कहत पुकारी। योग न हो बिन शक्ति तुम्हारी॥

Jogi Sur Muni Kahat Pukari, Yog Na Ho Bin Shakti Tumhari.

Yogis, gods, and sages proclaim that spiritual accomplishment is impossible without your divine power.

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शंकर आचारज तप कीनो। काम अरु क्रोध जीति सब लीनो॥

Shankar Acharaj Tap Kino, Kam Aru Krodh Jiti Sab Lino.

Through austerity and spiritual discipline, the great ascetics overcome desire and anger.

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निशिदिन ध्यान धरो शंकर को। काहु काल नहिं सुमिरो तुमको॥

Nishidin Dhyan Dharo Shankar Ko, Kahu Kaal Nahin Sumiro Tumko.

This verse reflects the tradition of meditation upon Lord Shiva and the divine mystery of the Goddess's power.

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शक्ति रूप को मरम न पायो। शक्ति गई तब मन पछितायो॥

Shakti Roop Ko Maram Na Payo, Shakti Gai Tab Man Pachhitayo.

Those who fail to understand divine Shakti realise its importance when its presence is withdrawn.

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शरणागत हुई कीर्ति बखानी। जय जय जय जगदम्ब भवानी॥

Sharanagat Hui Kirti Bakhani, Jai Jai Jai Jagadamba Bhavani.

Those who seek refuge in you praise your glory. Victory to Jagadamba Bhavani, the Mother of the universe.

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भई प्रसन्न आदि जगदम्बा। दई शक्ति नहिं कीन विलम्बा॥

Bhai Prasann Aadi Jagadamba, Dai Shakti Nahin Kin Vilamba.

When the primordial Mother is pleased, she bestows her strength and blessings without delay.

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मोको मातु कष्ट अति घेरो। तुम बिन कौन हरै दुःख मेरो॥

Moko Matu Kasht Ati Ghero, Tum Bin Kaun Harai Dukh Mero.

O Mother, I am surrounded by difficulties. Who but you can relieve my suffering?

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आशा तृष्णा निपट सतावें। मोह मदादिक सब बिनशावें॥

Asha Trishna Nipata Sataven, Moh Madadik Sab Binashaven.

Desires and cravings trouble me; please remove attachment, pride, and other inner weaknesses.

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शत्रु नाश कीजै महारानी। सुमिरौं इकचित तुम्हें भवानी॥

Shatru Nash Kijai Maharani, Sumirau Ikachit Tumhen Bhavani.

O Great Queen, destroy my enemies and difficulties. I remember you with complete concentration.

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करो कृपा हे मातु दयाला। ऋद्धि-सिद्धि दे करहु निहाला॥

Karo Kripa He Matu Dayala, Riddhi Siddhi De Karahu Nihala.

O compassionate Mother, bless me with grace, prosperity, and spiritual accomplishment.

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जब लगि जिऊँ दया फल पाऊँ। तुम्हरो यश मैं सदा सुनाऊँ॥

Jab Lagi Jiyun Daya Phal Paun, Tumharo Yash Main Sada Sunaun.

As long as I live, may I receive the fruits of your mercy and continue to sing your praises.

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दुर्गा चालीसा जो नित गावै। सब सुख भोग परमपद पावै॥

Durga Chalisa Jo Nit Gavai, Sab Sukh Bhog Param Pad Pavai.

Those who recite the Durga Chalisa regularly are believed to receive blessings and ultimately attain the supreme spiritual state.

गहत अन्त भगवन्त पद। पावत दिव्य शरीर। लहत मातु के चरण कमल। रहत न भव भय पीर॥

Gahat Ant Bhagwant Pad, Pavat Divya Sharir. Lahat Matu Ke Charan Kamal, Rahat Na Bhav Bhay Peer.

At the end of life, the devotee attains the divine state, reaches the lotus feet of the Mother, and becomes free from the fear and suffering of worldly existence.