दशावतार स्तोत्रम् — Word-by-Word Meaning
दशावतार स्तोत्रम्
Every Sanskrit word explained in English
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Complete Translation
भगवान विष्णु के दस अवतारों (दशावतार) — मत्स्य, कूर्म, वराह, नृसिंह, वामन, परशुराम, राम, कृष्ण, बुद्ध व कल्कि — की स्तुति, जिसमें प्रत्येक अवतार की धर्म-स्थापना की वंदना है।
Origin & History
Source: Vadiraja Tirtha
Author: Vadiraja Tirtha
Period: Medieval
The Dashavatara Stotram is traditionally ascribed to Vadiraja Tirtha. A hymn to the ten avatars (Dashavatara) of Lord Vishnu — Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Narasimha, Vamana, Parashurama, Rama, Krishna, Buddha and Kalki — each descent praised for the dharma it restored.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Dashavatara Stotram?▼
A hymn to the ten avatars (Dashavatara) of Lord Vishnu — Matsya, Kurma, Varaha, Narasimha, Vamana, Parashurama, Rama, Krishna, Buddha and Kalki — each descent praised for the dharma it restored.
Who composed the Dashavatara Stotram, and when is it recited?▼
It is attributed to Vadiraja Tirtha (Vadiraja Tirtha). 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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