What are the benefits of chanting Shiva Chalisa in Marathi?

Chanting Shiva Chalisa in Marathi is believed to invoke Lord Shiva's blessings for spiritual purification, removal of obstacles, good health, prosperity, and inner peace. It helps in developing devotion, overcoming fears, and gaining strength to face life's challenges. Regular recitation is said to lead to spiritual upliftment and fulfillment of desires.

How should one properly chant the Shiva Chalisa?

To chant Shiva Chalisa, sit in a clean and peaceful environment, preferably facing North or East. Begin with meditation on Lord Shiva, then recite the Chalisa with utmost devotion and clear pronunciation. It is customary to chant it 3, 7, 11, or 108 times. Offering water, milk, and Bilva leaves to a Shiva Lingam or idol while chanting can enhance the spiritual experience. Maintain a pure mind and body.

Is there a specific time to recite Shiva Chalisa?

While Shiva Chalisa can be recited anytime, Mondays are considered particularly auspicious as they are dedicated to Lord Shiva. Chanting it during the holy month of Shravan Maas (monsoon season, July-August) or on Mahashivratri is believed to yield maximum benefits. Many devotees also prefer chanting it in the morning after bathing or in the evening during twilight hours for spiritual solace and connection.

Shiva Chalisa Marathi Lyrics with Meaning | Shiv Chalisa Benefits in English

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श्री गणेश गिरिजा सुवन, मंगल मूल सुजान।कहत अयोध्यादास तुम, देहु अभय वरदान॥

जय गिरिजापती दीनदयाळा। सदा करत संतांचे प्रतिपाळा॥

भाल चंद्र सोहत नीके। कानांत कुंडले नागफनीचे॥

अंग गौर, शिर गंगा बहाये। मुंडमाळ तन भस्म रमलाये॥

वस्त्र व्याघ्रछाल, कंठी रुद्राक्ष। प्रेतनाथ शुभ शुभ फल दाक्ष॥

सुंदर आनंद, करुणा विशाल। नयन तीन, असे त्रिकाल॥

सदा मुदित शिव शंकर योगी। अलख अगोचर भवभय भोगी॥

पर्वतीसहित तुम्ही वास करा। कैलासी, मुक्तीचा मार्ग खरा॥

देव्यांसमोर तुम्ही आदरणीय। निज महिमा शिव तुम्हा अमेय॥

ताप त्रय तुम्ही हरता तत्काल। नंदी वाहन, तुम्ही काळ विक्राळ॥

शूलपाणी धरा, तुम्ही डमरु वाजवा। तुम्हीच ब्रह्मा, तुम्हीच मुनिवरा॥

काळकूट विष प्राशन केले। नीलकंठ नाम तुम्ही घेतले॥

रामचंद्रने सेवा केली। तुमचे भक्त होण्यास ध्येय दिली॥

रावणादीक तुम्ही संहार केले। सर्व देव तुम्हीच तारेले॥

देवदानव तुमच्या स्तुतीला। नर-नारी तुम्हीच वरदानाला॥

नारद शारद तुम्हीच नारदमुनी। तुम्हीच करता सर्व कल्याणी॥

जो कोणी हे गातो प्रेमाने। त्याच्यावर कृपा तुम्ही मानाने॥

तुम्हीच दयाळू, दाता, दयाघन। भक्तांना द्यावा वरदान॥

जो कोणी करतो याचे ध्यान। त्याचे सारे कष्ट जातात शमन॥

पुत्रहीन जो, पुत्र पावेल। धनहीन जो, धन पावेल॥

जो करतो शिवचालीसा पाठ। तो पावेल शिवलोकीचा वाट॥

संकट कटे, रोग मिटे, सब पीरा। जो सुमिरै शिव सुमिरन धीरा॥

पुत्रहीन इच्छा धरे मनमाहीं। निश्चय शिव प्रसाद तिन नाही॥

निर्धन को धन, बांझ को पुत्र। या चालिसाचा हाच मात्र॥

त्रिभुवनमध्ये तुम्हीच महान। देव-दैत्य करतात सन्मान॥

सृष्टीचे तुम्हीच निर्माता। तुम्हीच पालक, तुम्हीच हर्ता॥

जन्म-मरण चक्रातून सोडवा। तुम्हीच जीवांचा उद्धारक व्हा॥

जेव्हा-जेव्हा पृथ्वीवर भार। तेव्हा-तेव्हा तुम्हीच करा सुधार॥

दैत्यांचा नाश, संतांचा उद्धार। तुम्हीच करता सर्वदा आधार॥

धैर्य-धरा, तुम्हीच कृपाळू। तुमच्या भक्तांना तुम्हीच निळाळू॥

मृत्यूंजय नाम तुम्हीच गाजवा। तुमच्या भक्तांना अमरत्व द्यावा॥

दुःख दारिद्र्य तुम्हीच दूर करा। सर्व पापांचा तुम्हीच निवारा॥

जे कोणी हे वाचतात, ऐकतात। त्यांच्या मनात शिवत्व जागृत होते॥

भक्त वत्सल, कृपेंचा सागर। तुमच्या स्तुतीने भरतो अंतर॥

त्रिलोक पूजित तुमचे चरण। करा आमच्या कर्माचे हरण॥

सदाचारी, ज्ञानवंत, बुद्धीमान। तुम्हीच करता सर्वांचे कल्याण॥

जो कोणी करतो हे ध्यान। तो पावेल शिवलोकी सन्मान॥

तुम्हीच आद्य, तुम्हीच अनंत। तुम्हीच सत्य, तुम्हीच शांत॥

शंभू, शंकर, हर, महादेव। तुमच्या कृपेनेच सर्व देव॥

मनोरथ पूर्ण होतील सारे। तुमच्या कृपेनेच पावन किनारे॥

जो कोणी हे गातो नित्य। त्याचे सर्व कार्य होतील सत्य॥

नित नेम उठि प्रातः ही, पाठ करौ चालीसा।तुम मेरी मनोकामना, पूर्ण करौ जगदीशा॥

Meaning & Translation

Verse 1

O Shri Ganesha, son of Girija (Parvati), You are the root of all auspiciousness and wisdom.Ayodhyadas prays to You, grant me the boon of fearlessness.

Verse 2

Hail to the Lord of Girija, the compassionate one! You always protect the saints.

Verse 3

The moon on His forehead looks splendid. In His ears are earrings made of snake hoods.

Verse 4

His body is fair, the Ganges flows from His head. He wears a garland of skulls and is smeared with ash.

Verse 5

His attire is tiger skin, rudraksha beads adorn His neck. Lord of ghosts, You bestow auspicious results.

Verse 6

His face is beautiful and blissful, His compassion vast. He has three eyes, seeing past, present, and future.

Verse 7

Ever blissful is Shiva Shankara, the Yogi. Imperceptible and unseen, He consumes the fear of worldly existence.

Verse 8

You reside with Parvati on Mount Kailash, which is the true path to liberation.

Verse 9

Amongst all deities, You are highly revered. Your glory, Shiva, is immeasurable.

Verse 10

You instantly remove the three types of suffering. Nandi is your vehicle, and You are the fearsome Lord of Time.

Verse 11

You hold the trident, You play the damaru. You are Brahma, You are the foremost among sages.

Verse 12

You drank the deadly poison of Kalakuta. Hence, You are known by the name Neelkanth (blue-throated).

Verse 13

Lord Ramachandra served You. He made it his goal to be Your devotee.

Verse 14

You destroyed Ravana and his kin. You protected all the gods.

Verse 15

Gods and demons praise You. Men and women seek boons from You.

Verse 16

You are Narada and Sharada (Saraswati). You bring about all auspiciousness.

Verse 17

Whoever sings this with love, You graciously bestow Your blessings upon them.

Verse 18

You are compassionate, the giver, full of mercy. Grant boons to Your devotees.

Verse 19

Whoever meditates on this (Chalisa), all their sorrows are appeased.

Verse 20

He who is childless will get a child. He who is poor will attain wealth.

Verse 21

Whoever recites the Shiva Chalisa, they will find the path to Shiva's abode.

Verse 22

Dangers vanish, diseases disappear, all pains cease. For those who remember Shiva with unwavering devotion.

Verse 23

One who is childless and desires a child in their heart, surely they will not be without Shiva's grace.

Verse 24

Wealth to the poor, a son to the barren. This is the power of this Chalisa.

Verse 25

Among the three worlds, You alone are great. Gods and demons honor You.

Verse 26

You are the creator of the universe. You are the sustainer, and You are the destroyer.

Verse 27

Free us from the cycle of birth and death. You are the savior of all beings.

Verse 28

Whenever there is a burden on Earth, You always bring about improvements (restore order).

Verse 29

You destroy demons and uplift saints. You are always the support for all.

Verse 30

You are the embodiment of patience, You are merciful. You cherish Your devotees.

Verse 31

Your name Mrityunjaya (conqueror of death) is renowned. Grant immortality to Your devotees.

Verse 32

You remove sorrow and poverty. You are the refuge from all sins.

Verse 33

Whoever reads or listens to this (Chalisa), 'Shiv-tva' (the essence of Shiva) awakens in their mind.

Verse 34

Affectionate to devotees, ocean of grace. My heart fills with Your praise.

Verse 35

Your feet are worshipped in all three worlds. Please remove our karmic burdens.

Verse 36

You are virtuous, wise, intelligent. You bring welfare to everyone.

Verse 37

Whoever meditates on this, they will receive honor in Shiva's abode.

Verse 38

You are the beginning, You are the endless. You are the truth, You are the peace.

Verse 39

Shambhu, Shankar, Hara, Mahadeva. All deities exist due to Your grace.

Verse 40

All desires will be fulfilled. By Your grace alone, sacred shores are reached.

Verse 41

Whoever sings this daily, all their deeds will become true (successful).

Verse 42

He who regularly recites this Chalisa every morning,O Lord of the world, fulfill all their wishes.

✨Spiritual Benefits

The regular recitation of Shiva Chalisa in Marathi brings immense spiritual and material benefits. It fosters deep devotion to Lord Shiva, granting strength, courage, and protection from negative forces. Devotees experience peace of mind, relief from suffering, and fulfillment of righteous desires. It is widely believed to cleanse sins, purify the soul, and lead to spiritual upliftment and ultimate liberation (moksha). Chanting this sacred hymn also helps in overcoming health issues, achieving prosperity, and ensuring success in all endeavors.