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जगन्नाथाष्टकम् — Word-by-Word Meaning

जगन्नाथाष्टकम्

Every Sanskrit word explained in English

Word-by-Word Breakdown

Complete Translation

आदि शंकराचार्य रचित पुरी के भगवान जगन्नाथ की आठ श्लोकों की स्तुति, जिनमें प्रत्येक "वही जगन्नाथ स्वामी मेरे नयनपथ में आएँ" से समाप्त होता है। पूर्वी सागर के महान मंदिर का अति प्रिय स्तोत्र।

Origin & History

Source: Ascribed to Adi Shankaracharya

Author: Adi Shankaracharya

Period: Classical

The Jagannathashtakam is traditionally ascribed to Adi Shankaracharya. Eight verses to Lord Jagannath of Puri by Adi Shankaracharya, each ending "May that Lord Jagannath be the object of my vision." A supremely loved hymn of the great temple by the eastern sea.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Jagannathashtakam?
Eight verses to Lord Jagannath of Puri by Adi Shankaracharya, each ending "May that Lord Jagannath be the object of my vision." A supremely loved hymn of the great temple by the eastern sea.
Who composed the Jagannathashtakam, 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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