Dedicated to Lord Shiva
A majestic hymn describing Lord Shiva's cosmic dance (Tandava). Brings divine energy, fearlessness, and spiritual elevation.
जटाटवीगलज्जलप्रवाहपावितस्थले, गलेऽवलम्ब्य लम्बितां भुजङ्गतुङ्गमालिकाम्।
Jata Tavi Galat Jala Pravaha Pavita Sthale, Gale Avalambya Lambitam Bhujanga Tungamalikam
Chant Count
Once
Best Time
Monday evenings or Maha Shivratri
Benefit: Creates a powerful, protective energy field around the chanter.
करालभालपट्टिकाधगद्धगद्धगज्ज्वलद्धनंजयाहुतीकृतप्रचण्डपञ्चसायके।
Karala Bhala Pattika Dhad Dhad Dhad Dhad Dhad Dhad Dhad Dhad Dhad Jvalad Dhananjaya Ahutikrita Prachanda Panch Sayake
Chant Count
1, 3, or 11 times
Best Time
Monday mornings/evenings, Maha Shivratri, or daily at sunrise
Benefit: Brings immense spiritual energy, destroys ego and fear, elevates consciousness, protects from negative forces. Regular recitation makes the devotee fearless and grounded.
हर हर हर महादेव, शम्भो शङ्कर नमोऽस्तु ते।
Har Har Har Mahadev, Shambho Shankara Namostu Te
Chant Count
3 times
Best Time
After completing the Stotram
Benefit: Offers final obeisance to Lord Shiva and seals the energy.
Shiv Tandav Stotram requires focus and energy. Sit facing North. Light a ghee lamp. Use rudraksha beads. The stotram has a powerful, fast rhythm — chant clearly but at a measured pace. Unlike calming mantras, this stotram energizes and uplifts. Best chanted in the morning to start the day with Shiva's energy, or Monday evenings after work to release stress. Composed by Ravana, it is a masterpiece of Sanskrit poetry and devotion.
Daily recitation brings fearlessness, destroys negative thoughts, elevates spiritual energy, improves focus, and brings Lord Shiva's protection. Many notice reduced anxiety and greater mental clarity.
Ravana, despite his flaws, was a great scholar and devotee of Shiva. He composed this hymn in praise of Shiva's cosmic dance. It demonstrates that devotion is available to all, regardless of their other qualities.
Yes, but it requires practice due to its complex Sanskrit and fast rhythm. Start with one recitation daily. Learn pronunciation from recordings before trying to chant independently.
Ask Pandit Shivananda for personalized guidance on mantra practice.