Annapurna Stotram is a highly sacred and powerful hymn composed in praise of Goddess Annapurna. Goddess Annapurna is considered the देवी of food, wealth, and prosperity. This stotram especially describes the glory of Maa Annapurna, who is worshipped in Kashi (Varanasi).
According to Hindu beliefs, any devotee who recites this stotram with faith and devotion never faces a shortage of food and wealth in life.
Annapurna Stotram (With English Meaning)
Shloka 1
Nityanandakari Varabhayakari Saundarya Ratnakari
Nirdhutakhila Ghora Papanakari Pratyaksha Maheshwari
Praleyachala Vamsha Pavanakari Kashi Puradhishwari
Bhiksham Dehi Kripavalambanakari Mata Annapurneshwari
Meaning:
O Mother Annapurna! You are the giver of eternal bliss, blessings, and fearlessness, and the treasure of beauty. You destroy all sins and are the visible form of Goddess Maheshwari (Shiva’s power). You sanctify the Himalaya lineage and rule over Kashi. Kindly support me with your grace and grant me alms.
Shloka 2
Nanaratna Vichitra Bhushanakari Hemambara Dambari
Muktahara Vilambamana Vilasad Vakshoja Kumbhantari
Kashmira Garuvasita Anga Ruchire Kashi Puradhishwari
Bhiksham Dehi Kripavalambanakari Mata Annapurneshwari
Meaning:
O Mother! You are adorned with various precious jewels and wear golden garments. A pearl necklace decorates your chest beautifully. Your body is fragrant with divine scents like Kashmir essence. O Goddess of Kashi, kindly bless me with your grace and grant me alms.
Shloka 3
Yoganandakari Ripukshayakari Dharmeka Nishthakari
Chandraraka Analabhasamana Lahari Trailokya Rakshakari
Sarvaishwaryakari Tapah Phalakari Kashi Puradhishwari
Bhiksham Dehi Kripavalambanakari Mata Annapurneshwari
Meaning:
O Mother! You grant spiritual bliss, destroy enemies, and establish righteousness. You shine like the sun, moon, and fire, protecting all three worlds. You bestow wealth and reward austerities. O Goddess of Kashi, kindly grant me your grace and alms.
Shloka 4
Kailasachala Kandaralayakari Gauri Uma Shankari
Kaumari Nigamartha Gocharakari Omkara Bijakshari
Moksha Dwara Kavata Patanakari Kashi Puradhishwari
Bhiksham Dehi Kripavalambanakari Mata Annapurneshwari
Meaning:
O Mother! You reside in the caves of Mount Kailash and are Gauri, the consort of Lord Shiva. You reveal the meaning of the Vedas and embody the sacred sound Om. You open the gates of liberation. O Goddess of Kashi, kindly grant me your grace and alms.
Shloka 5
Drishyadrishya Vibhuti Pavanakari Brahmanda Bhandodari Leela Nataka Sutra Khelanakari Vijnana Deepankuri Shri Vishvesha Manah Prasadanakari Kashi Puradhishwari Bhiksham Dehi Kripavalambanakari Mata Annapurneshwari
Meaning:
O Mother! You purify all visible and invisible energies and contain the entire universe within you. You orchestrate the cosmic play and ignite the lamp of knowledge. You please Lord Vishweshwara. O Goddess of Kashi, grant me your grace and alms.
Shloka 6
Urvi Sarva Janeshwari Jayakari Mata Annapurneshwari
Veni Neela Samana Kuntala Hari Nityanna Daneshwari
Sarvanandakari Sada Shubhakari Kashi Puradhishwari
Bhiksham Dehi Kripavalambanakari Mata Annapurneshwari
Meaning:
O Mother Annapurna! You are the ruler of all beings on Earth and the giver of victory. Your hair is dark and beautiful, and you always provide food. You bring happiness and auspiciousness to all. Kindly bless me with your grace and alms.
Shloka 7
Adikshanta Samasta Varnanakari Shambhos Tribhavakari
Kashmira Trijaleshwari Trilohari Nityankura Sharvari
Kamakankshakari Janodayakari Kashi Puradhishwari
Bhiksham Dehi Kripavalambanakari Mata Annapurneshwari
Meaning:
O Mother! You describe the entire creation from beginning to end and embody the three forms of Shiva—creation, preservation, and destruction. You are worshipped everywhere and pervade all three worlds. You fulfill desires and uplift humanity. Kindly grant me your grace and alms.
Shloka 8
Devi Sarva Vichitra Ratna Rachita Dakshayani Sundari
Vame Swadu Payodhara Priyakari Saubhagya Maheshwari
Bhaktabhishta Kari Sada Shubhakari Kashi Puradhishwari
Bhiksham Dehi Kripavalambanakari Mata Annapurneshwari
Meaning:
O Mother! You are beautifully adorned with precious gems and are the daughter of Daksha. You reside on the left side of Shiva and grant good fortune. You fulfill the wishes of devotees and always bring auspiciousness. Kindly grant me your grace and alms.
Shloka 9
Chandraraka Anala Koti Koti Sadrisha Chandra Anshu Bimbadhari
Chandrarakagni Samana Kundala Dhari Chandrarka Varneshwari
Mala Pustaka Pasha Sangkushadhari Kashi Puradhishwari
Bhiksham Dehi Kripavalambanakari Mata Annapurneshwari
Meaning:
O Mother! Your radiance equals millions of suns, moons, and fires. Your face shines like the moon. Your earrings glow like cosmic elements. You hold a rosary, book, noose, and goad. Kindly bless me with your grace and alms.
Shloka 10
Kshatra Tran Kari Maha Bhayakari Mata Kripasagari
Sakshan Mokshakari Sada Shivakari Vishweshwara Shridhari
Daksha Kranda Kari Niramayakari Kashi Puradhishwari
Bhiksham Dehi Kripavalambanakari Mata Annapurneshwari
Meaning:
O Mother! You protect devotees, remove fear, and are an ocean of compassion. You grant liberation and always bring welfare. You carry the glory of Lord Shiva and remove all suffering and disease. Kindly grant me your grace and alms.
Shloka 11
Annapurne Sadapurne Shankara Prana Vallabhe
Jnana Vairagya Siddhyartham Bhiksham Dehi Cha Parvati
Meaning:
O Mother Annapurna, always full and beloved of Lord Shiva, grant me alms in the form of knowledge and detachment.
Shloka 12
Mata Cha Parvati Devi Pita Devo Maheshwarah
Bandhavah Shiva Bhaktashcha Swadesho Bhuvanatrayam
Meaning:
My mother is Goddess Parvati, my father is Lord Shiva, my relatives are devotees of Shiva, and the entire universe is my homeland.
Importance of Annapurna Stotram
Reciting the Annapurna Stotram ensures that a person never faces a shortage of food, wealth, and prosperity. It not only brings material abundance but also provides mental peace and spiritual growth.
With the blessings of Maa Annapurna, one develops contentment, compassion, and a charitable nature. It is especially beneficial for those facing financial difficulties or scarcity of food.
Worship on this day to receive the blessings of Maa Annapurna
Annapurna Jayanti is generally celebrated on the full moon day (Purnima) of the Margashirsha (Agahan) month.
Apart from this:
- Many people worship Maa Annapurna daily, especially before preparing food.
- During Navratri, she is also worshipped as a form of Goddess Durga.
- On the day of Annakoot (Govardhan Puja) after Diwali, worship of Maa Annapurna also holds special significance.
It is believed that worshipping Maa Annapurna ensures that there is never a shortage of food and wealth in the home.
Benefits of Recitation
Regular chanting of this stotram brings happiness and prosperity into the home. It removes negative energies and creates a positive environment.
Devotees believe that with Maa Annapurna’s blessings, there is never a lack of food and stability in life.
Annapurna Stotram is a powerful and divine hymn that helps devotees receive the blessings of Goddess Annapurna. When recited with devotion and discipline, it brings peace, prosperity, and happiness into life.
May Goddess Annapurna bless all devotees with food, wealth, and joy.