अर्गला स्तोत्रम् — Benefits & How to Chant
अर्गला स्तोत्रम्
Complete guide to chanting correctly for maximum benefit
Benefits of Chanting अर्गला स्तोत्रम्
One of the three angas (Kavach, Argala, Keelaka) recited before the Durga Saptashati to make the parayan complete and fruitful
Its refrain prays for beauty, victory, fame and the destruction of enemies
invoked for success and triumph over difficulties
Recited for prosperity (Shri), health (arogya), learning (vidya) and all-round good fortune (saubhagya)
Especially powerful during Navratri and on Ashtami, Navami and Fridays
Said to remove diseases, sins and obstacles and to grant the Goddess's grace
How to Chant अर्गला स्तोत्रम्
Instructions
Sit facing east or north before an image of Durga. In the traditional order, recite the Devi Kavach, then the Argala Stotram, then the Keelakam, and only then the thirteen chapters of the Saptashati. The Argala may also be recited on its own, with devotion, for victory and well-being.
Origin & History
Source: Markandeya Purana, Devi Mahatmyam (Durga Saptashati)
Author: Sage Markandeya (traditional)
The Argala Stotram is one of the three angas (limbs) — with the Devi Kavach and the Keelakam — that are recited before the thirteen chapters of the Durga Saptashati. The word argala means a bolt or latch; together with the keelaka (pin), these hymns are said to 'unlock' the full power of the Saptashati's recitation.