संतान गोपाल मंत्र — Word-by-Word Meaning
संतान गोपाल मंत्र
Every Sanskrit word explained in English
Word-by-Word Breakdown
देवकीसुत
Devaki-suta
O son of Devaki (Krishna)
गोविन्द
Govinda
O protector of cows and the earth
देहि मे तनयं
Dehi me tanayam
grant me a child (a son)
त्वामहं शरणं गतः
Tvam aham sharanam gatah
I have taken refuge in you
Complete Translation
ॐ। देवकीनन्दन (कृष्ण) को नमस्कार।
हे देवकीसुत, गोविन्द, वासुदेव, जगत्पति — हे कृष्ण, मुझे संतान दीजिए; मैं आपकी शरण में हूँ।
Origin & History
Source: The prayer to Bala Gopal (Krishna) for a child
Author: Traditional (Puranic)
The Santan Gopal Mantra is the heartfelt prayer of couples who long for the blessing of a child. It calls upon Lord Krishna in his sweetest form — Bala Gopal, the divine child of Gokul — surrendering completely: "O son of Devaki, Lord of the universe, grant me a child; I take refuge in you." For ages, parents-to-be have chanted it before an image of the butter-loving child Krishna, with faith that the One who was himself the beloved child of Yashoda will bless their home with a healthy, virtuous child.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Santan Gopal Mantra?▼
It is the prayer to Lord Krishna, as the divine child Bala Gopal, for the blessing of a child. The core verse is "Om Devaki-suta Govinda Vasudeva Jagat-pate, dehi me tanayam Krishna, tvam aham sharanam gatah" — "O Krishna, grant me a child; I take refuge in you."
What are the benefits of the Santan Gopal Mantra?▼
It is chanted by couples longing for a child (santan prapti) — for conception, a safe and healthy pregnancy, and the blessing of a virtuous child. It is believed to remove obstacles to childbirth and to bring peace and faith to the family.
How should couples chant the Santan Gopal Mantra?▼
Both husband and wife chant it 108 times daily on a tulsi mala before an image of Bala Gopal, ideally at dawn, taking a sankalpa (vow) to continue for a fixed number of days. Wednesdays and Krishna Janmashtami are especially auspicious.
When should the Santan Gopal Mantra be started?▼
It can be started on a Wednesday, on Krishna Janmashtami, or on an auspicious day chosen with an astrologer. Many continue it through the months of trying to conceive and the pregnancy.
Which other prayers help for childbirth?▼
Along with the Santan Gopal Mantra, devotees recite the Krishna Mantra, worship Bala Gopal and Santoshi Mata, and keep the Santan Saptami and Wednesday vrats.
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