
Durga Chalisa
Dedicated to Goddess Durga • English (English)
॥ Opening Doha ॥
Namo Namo Durge Sukh Karani, Namo Namo Durge Dukh Harani।
Nirankar Hai Jyoti Tumhari, Tihun Lok Phaili Ujiyari॥
Meaning: Salutations to Goddess Durga, the giver of pure joy and remover of all sorrow and affliction. Formless is your celestial light that illuminates all the three worlds.
॥ Chaupai ॥
Shashi Lalaat Mukh Mahavishala, Netra Lal Bhrikuti Vikarala।
Roop Maatu Ko Adhik Suhave, Darash Karat Jan Ati Sukh Pave॥
Meaning: Your forehead glows like the moon, your eyes radiant with divine power. Your majestic appearance brings transcendental bliss to devotees.
Tum Sansar Shakti Lay Keena, Palan Hetu Ann Dhan Deena।
Annapurna Hui Jag Pala, Tum Hi Aadi Sundari Baala॥
Meaning: You embody the primordial cosmic energy, sustaining humanity as Mata Annapurna and nourishing every soul.
Mahishasur Nrip Ati Abhimani, Jehi Agh Bhaar Mahi Akulani।
Roop Karal Kalika Dhara, Sen Sahit Tum Tihi Samhara॥
Meaning: When the tyrant Mahishasura burdened Mother Earth, you manifested in fierce glory and decimated his demonic army, restoring cosmic peace.
