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शिव कवच (Shiva Kavach)

Dedicated to Shiva.

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ॐ
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ॐ नमो भगवते सदाशिवाय।
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शिवो मे पातु पादौ, जानुनी चैव शङ्करः।
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जङ्घे मे पातु देवेशो, गुल्फौ पातु कपर्दभृत्।
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ऊरू मे पातु भूतेशः, पायुं पातु महेश्वरः।
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कटिं मे पातु विश्वात्मा, नाभिं पातु विनायकः।
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उदरं पातु सर्वेशः, हृदयं पातु भूधरः।
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कण्ठं पातु गिरिशो मे, वक्त्रं पातु पिनाकधृत्।
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बाहू मे पातु विश्वेशः, करौ पातु महेश्वरः।
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स्तनौ पातु च देवेशः, वक्षः पातु पिनाकधृत्।
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पृष्ठं पातु गिरीशश्च, पार्श्वे पातु महेश्वरः।
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शिरो मे पातु विश्वेशः, शिखां पातु सदाशिवः।
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ललाटं पातु चन्द्रार्धः, भ्रुवोर्मध्ये त्रिलोचनः।
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श्रोत्रे पातु महाघोरः, नेत्रे पातु सदाशिवः।
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नासिकां पातु विश्वात्मा, ओष्ठौ पातु धूर्जटिः।
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मुखं पातु पञ्चवक्त्रो, जिह्वां पातु हलाहलः।
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दन्तान् पातु महादंष्ट्रः, कण्ठं पातु वृषाकपिः।
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हनुं पातु कपालिशः, चिबुकं पातु पिङ्गला।
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सर्वाङ्गाणि मे पातु, देवो देव्या समन्वितः।
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पूर्वस्यां दिशि मां पातु, भानुमान् भैरवः सदा।
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अग्नौ पातु महांस्तारो, दक्षिणे तु प्रमथराट्।
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नैर्ऋत्यां पातु नन्दीशः, पश्चिमे पातु पाशुपतः।
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वायव्ये पातु योगीन्द्रः, उत्तरे पातु कपर्दी।
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ऐशान्यां पातु ईशेशः, ऊर्ध्वे पातु सदाशिवः।
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अधस्तात् पातु भूतेशो, दिक्षु पातु दिगम्बरः।
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जले पातु जलारिस्तु, स्थले पातु स्थाणुस्तथा।
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वनेषु पातु वनमाली, पर्वतेषु गिरीश्वरः।
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मार्गेषु पातु मार्गात्मा, सङ्ग्रामेषु शङ्करः।
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रोगेषु पातु वैद्येशः, व्याधिषु पातु वैद्यराट्।
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सर्वत्र पातु सर्वेशः, शिवो मे पातु सर्वदा।
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इदं कवचमधीते यः शिवस्य परमात्मनः। सर्वान् कामानवाप्नोति, शिवलोके महीयते॥
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अपुत्रो लभते पुत्रं, धनार्थी धनमाप्नुयात्। मोक्षार्थी मोक्षमाप्नोति, सर्वत्र विजयं लभेत्॥
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इदं कवचमज्ञात्वा, शिवपूजाम् करोति यः। स याति नरकं घोरं, तत् पापं ब्रह्महा भवेत्॥

Meaning & Translation

Verse 1
I bow to the revered Sadashiva.
Verse 2
May Shiva protect my feet, and Shankara protect my knees.
Verse 3
May the Lord of gods protect my shanks, and Kapardabhrit protect my ankles.
Verse 4
May the Lord of beings protect my thighs, and Maheswara protect my anus.
Verse 5
May the soul of the universe protect my waist, and Vinayaka protect my navel.
Verse 6
May the Lord of all protect my abdomen, and Bhudhara protect my heart.
Verse 7
May Girisha protect my throat, and Pinakadhrit protect my face.
Verse 8
May the Lord of the universe protect my arms, and Maheswara protect my hands.
Verse 9
May the Lord of gods protect my breasts, and Pinakadhrit protect my chest.
Verse 10
May Girisha protect my back, and Maheswara protect my sides.
Verse 11
May the Lord of the universe protect my head, and Sadashiva protect my topknot.
Verse 12
May the crescent moon-bearer protect my forehead, and the three-eyed one between my eyebrows.
Verse 13
May Mahaghora protect my ears, and Sadashiva protect my eyes.
Verse 14
May the soul of the universe protect my nose, and Dhurjati protect my lips.
Verse 15
May the five-faced one protect my mouth, and Halahala protect my tongue.
Verse 16
May the great-toothed one protect my teeth, and Vrishakapi protect my throat.
Verse 17
May Kapalisha protect my jaw, and Pingala protect my chin.
Verse 18
May the Lord, accompanied by the Goddess, protect all my limbs.
Verse 19
May Bhanuman Bhairava always protect me in the East direction.
Verse 20
May Mahamstara protect me in the Southeast (Agni), and Pramatharat in the South.
Verse 21
May Nandisha protect me in the Southwest (Nairrutya), and Pashupata in the West.
Verse 22
May Yogindra protect me in the Northwest (Vayavya), and Kapardi in the North.
Verse 23
May Ishesha protect me in the Northeast (Ishanya), and Sadashiva above.
Verse 24
May Bhutesha protect me below, and Digambara in all directions.
Verse 25
May Jalari protect me in water, and Sthanu on land.
Verse 26
May Vanamali protect me in forests, and Girishvara in mountains.
Verse 27
May Margatma protect me on paths, and Shankara in battles.
Verse 28
May Vaidyesha protect me from diseases, and Vaidyarat from ailments.
Verse 29
May Sarvesha protect me everywhere, and Shiva protect me always.
Verse 30
One who recites this Kavach of the Supreme Soul Shiva, attains all desires and is glorified in Shiva's abode.
Verse 31
A childless person gets a child, one who desires wealth attains wealth. One who desires liberation attains liberation, and one attains victory everywhere.
Verse 32
He who performs Shiva Puja without knowing this Kavach, goes to a terrible hell and incurs the sin of Brahmahatya.

✨Spiritual Benefits

The Shiva Kavach is a potent hymn dedicated to Lord Shiva, providing comprehensive spiritual and physical protection. It is believed to shield devotees from all forms of negativity, dangers, and obstacles, including illnesses, enemies, and adverse planetary influences. Regular recitation grants courage, strength, and inner peace, fostering spiritual growth and a deeper connection with Lord Shiva. The Kavach is also said to fulfill desires, bestow wealth and prosperity, and even grant liberation (moksha) to sincere devotees. Its power is such that performing Shiva Puja without knowledge of this Kavach is considered incomplete.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shiva Kavach with meaning?

The Shiva Kavach is a powerful protective hymn dedicated to Lord Shiva. Chanting it invokes Lord Shiva's divine energy to shield the devotee from all forms of negativity, dangers, and obstacles. Each verse of the Kavach systematically appeals to different aspects and forms of Shiva to protect various parts of the body, directions, and situations, thereby ensuring comprehensive spiritual and physical security. The complete Shiva Kavach, along with its English meaning, helps devotees understand the profound prayers for protection and internalize the essence of each invocation.

Where can I find Shiva Kavach with Hindi meaning?

The Shiva Kavach, revered for its protective qualities, is widely available with its Hindi meaning. This makes it accessible for devotees who prefer to chant or understand the hymn in Hindi, their native language. The Hindi meaning elaborates on each Sanskrit verse, providing clarity on which aspect of Lord Shiva is invoked for protection and what benefits are sought, allowing for deeper contemplation and devotion during recitation.

Is Shiva Kavach available in Hindi?

Yes, the Shiva Kavach is readily available in Hindi (शिव कवच हिंदी में). Devotees can find its full text in Devanagari script, often accompanied by Roman transliteration and detailed Hindi explanations. This availability ensures that Hindi-speaking devotees can easily perform the recitation (पाठ) of this potent protective hymn and fully grasp its spiritual significance and the profound blessings it bestows. Many online resources and devotional books offer the Shiva Kavach in Hindi.