अच्युताष्टकम् — Word-by-Word Meaning
अच्युताष्टकम्
Every Sanskrit word explained in English
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Complete Translation
अच्युत — अविनाशी भगवान विष्णु/कृष्ण — की आठ श्लोकों की स्तुति, आदि शंकराचार्य रचित, प्रभु के नामों की प्रवाहमयी माला: अच्युत, केशव, राम, नारायण, कृष्ण, दामोदर आदि।
Origin & History
Source: Ascribed to Adi Shankaracharya
Author: Adi Shankaracharya
Period: Classical
The Achyutashtakam is traditionally ascribed to Adi Shankaracharya. Eight verses to Achyuta — the imperishable Lord Vishnu/Krishna — by Adi Shankaracharya, a flowing garland of the Lord’s names: Achyuta, Kesava, Rama, Narayana, Krishna, Damodara and more.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Achyutashtakam?▼
Eight verses to Achyuta — the imperishable Lord Vishnu/Krishna — by Adi Shankaracharya, a flowing garland of the Lord’s names: Achyuta, Kesava, Rama, Narayana, Krishna, Damodara and more.
Who composed the Achyutashtakam, and when is it recited?▼
It is attributed to Adi Shankaracharya (Ascribed to Adi Shankaracharya). It is recited in the morning or evening with devotion, and especially on Thursdays and Ekadashi and during Ekadashi and Vishnu festivals.
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