Mahishasura Mardini Stotram, popularly known as Aigiri Nandini is a part of Bhagavati Padya Pushpanjali Stotra (भगवतीपद्यपुष्पांजलिस्तोत्र) which is popularized by Ramakrishna Kavi. The story of Jai Jai Mahishasura Mardini was introduced by Rishi Markandeya in Devi Mahatmayam. Adi Shankaracharya composed Mahishasura Mardini Strotram (Aigiri Nandini) as a commentary.
It can be seen that After the 6th verse of Bhagavati Padya Pushpanjali Stotra, Mahishasur Mardini Stotram starts, which has 27 verses, and then remains another three verses of Bhagavati Padya Pushpanjali Stotra. Aigiri Nandini is sung in praise of Goddess Chamundeshwari and describes how She destroyed many Asuras.
Mahishasur Mardini stotra
महिषासुरमर्दिनि स्तोत्रम् Mahishasuramardini stotram, popularly known as Aigiri Nandini is based on Devi Mahatmyam in which Devi takes the forms of Durga, Lakshmi, and Sarasvati to slay Madhu and Kaitabha, Mahishasura, Sumbha, and Nisumbha respectively.
Aigiri Lyrics
1. Maa Durga – The Daughter of the Mountain and Joy of the World
अयि गिरिनन्दिनि नन्दितमेदिनि विश्वविनोदिनि नन्दिनुते
गिरिवरविन्ध्यशिरोऽधिनिवासिनि विष्णुविलासिनि जिष्णुनुते ।
भगवति हे शितिकण्ठकुटुम्बिनि भूरिकुटुम्बिनि भूरिकृते
जय जय हे महिषासुरमर्दिनि रम्यकपर्दिनि शैलसुते ॥ १ ॥
Ayi Giri-Nandini Nandita-Medini Vishva-Vinodini Nandi-Nute
Giri-Vara-Vindhya-Shiro-[A]dhi-Nivaasini Vissnnu-Vilaasini Jissnnu-Nute |
Bhagavati He Shiti-Kannttha-Kuttumbini Bhuri-Kuttumbini Bhuri-Krte
Jaya Jaya He Mahissaasura-Mardini Ramya-Kapardini Shaila-Sute || 1 ||
O Mother of the mountain, who brings joy to the world, Whose praises are sung by the universe, O resident of the Vindhya mountain, Whose sport is in the form of Lord Vishnu, O beloved of Lord Shiva, O mother of the multitude of beings, Victory, victory to you, O destroyer of the buffalo demon, O beautiful one, adorned with a garland of skulls, O daughter of the mountains.
2. Maa Durga – Destroys the Danavas and the Daityas and Nourishes the Three Worlds
सुरवरवर्षिणि दुर्धरधर्षिणि दुर्मुखमर्षिणि हर्षरते
त्रिभुवनपोषिणि शङ्करतोषिणि किल्बिषमोषिणि घोषरते
दनुजनिरोषिणि दितिसुतरोषिणि दुर्मदशोषिणि सिन्धुसुते
जय जय हे महिषासुरमर्दिनि रम्यकपर्दिनि शैलसुते ॥ २ ॥
Suravara-Varssinni Durdhara-Dharssinni Durmukha-Marssinni Harssa-Rate
Tribhuvana-Possinni Shangkara-Tossinni Kilbissa-Mossinni Ghossa-Rate
Danuja-Nirossinni Diti-Suta-Rossinni Durmada-Shossinni Sindhu-Sute
Jaya Jaya He Mahissaasura-Mardini Ramya-Kapardini Shaila-Sute || 2 ||
O bestower of boons to the gods, Unconquerable and formidable, O destroyer of evil forces, Who delights in joy, Nourisher of the three worlds, Satisfier of Lord Shiva, Remover of impurities, O daughter of the ocean, Victory, victory to you, O destroyer of the buffalo demon, O beautiful one, adorned with a garland of skulls, O daughter of the mountains.
3. Maa Durga – Destroyer of the Demons Madhu and Kaitabha
अयि जगदम्ब मदम्ब कदम्ब वनप्रियवासिनि हासरते
शिखरि शिरोमणि तुङ्गहिमलय शृङ्गनिजालय मध्यगते ।
मधुमधुरे मधुकैटभगञ्जिनि कैटभभञ्जिनि रासरते
जय जय हे महिषासुरमर्दिनि रम्यकपर्दिनि शैलसुते ॥ ३ ॥
Ayi Jagad[t]-Amba Mad-Amba Kadamba Vana-Priyavaasini Haasa-Rate
Shikhari Shiro-Manni Tungga-Himalaya Shrngga-Nija-[Aa]laya Madhya-Gate |
Madhu-Madhure Madhu-Kaittabha-Gan.jini Kaittabha-Bhan.jini Raasa-Rate
Jaya Jaya He Mahissaasura-Mardini Ramya-Kapardini Shaila-Sute || 3 ||
O Mother of the world, O enchanting one, who resides in the Kadamba forest, O one who delights in laughter, Adorned with the peak as your crown, Residing in the midst of the towering Himalayas, Sweet as honey, Destroyer of the demon Madhu and Kaitabha, Delighting in the cosmic dance, Victory, victory to you, O destroyer of the buffalo demon, O beautiful one, adorned with a garland of skulls, O daughter of the mountains.
4. Maa Durga – Destroyer of the Demons Chanda and Munda
अयि शतखण्ड विखण्डितरुण्ड वितुण्डितशुण्द गजाधिपते
रिपुगजगण्ड विदारणचण्ड पराक्रमशुण्ड मृगाधिपते ।
निजभुजदण्ड निपातितखण्ड विपातितमुण्ड भटाधिपते
जय जय हे महिषासुरमर्दिनि रम्यकपर्दिनि शैलसुते ॥ ४ ॥
Ayi Shata-Khanndda Vikhannddita-Runndda Vitunnddita-Shunnda Gaja-[A]dhipate
Ripu-Gaja-Ganndda Vidaaranna-Canndda Paraakrama-Shunndda Mrga-[A]dhipate |
Nija-Bhuja-Danndda Nipaatita-Khanndda Vipaatita-Munndda Bhatta-[A]dhipate
Jaya Jaya He Mahissaasura-Mardini Ramya-Kapardini Shaila-Sute || 4 ||
O destroyer of the powerful Shataghni, Who breaks apart and shatters the enemies, O conqueror of the fierce lion, Who tears apart the elephants, With your trident, O fierce and courageous one, Whose mighty roar causes the mountains to tremble, With your own powerful arm, You strike down the foes, O one with the disheveled hair, Victory, victory to you, O destroyer of the buffalo demon, O beautiful one, adorned with a garland of skulls, O daughter of the mountains.
5. Maa Durga – Made Lord Shiva the Messenger against Shumbha and Nisumbha
अयि रणदुर्मद शत्रुवधोदित दुर्धरनिर्जर शक्तिभृते
चतुरविचार धुरीणमहाशिव दूतकृत प्रमथाधिपते ।
दुरितदुरीह दुराशयदुर्मति दानवदुत कृतान्तमते
जय जय हे महिषासुरमर्दिनि रम्यकपर्दिनि शैलसुते ॥ ५ ॥
Ayi Ranna-Durmada Shatru-Vadho[a-U]dita Durdhara-Nirjara Shakti-Bhrte
Catura-Vicaara Dhuriinna-Mahaashiva Duuta-Krta Pramatha-[A]dhipate |
Durita-Duriiha Duraashaya-Durmati Daanava-Duta Krtaanta-Mate
Jaya Jaya He Mahissaasura-Mardini Ramya-Kapardini Shaila-Sute || 5 ||
O one who is intoxicated with the frenzy of battle, Whose valor is difficult to overcome, O one who is eternal and undying, Bearer of immense power, O one who possesses the fourfold wisdom, And the great power of Lord Shiva, Commander of the army of fierce warriors, Sent to vanquish the demons, O one who destroys the wicked, And brings an end to their evil thoughts, O emissary of the gods, Victory, victory to you, O destroyer of the buffalo demon, O beautiful one, adorned with a garland of skulls, O daughter of the mountains.
6. Maa Durga – Pardons the Enemy Heroes when their Wives take Refuge
अयि शरणागत वैरिवधुवर वीरवराभय दायकरे
त्रिभुवनमस्तक शुलविरोधि शिरोऽधिकृतामल शुलकरे ।
दुमिदुमितामर धुन्दुभिनादमहोमुखरीकृत दिङ्मकरे
जय जय हे महिषासुरमर्दिनि रम्यकपर्दिनि शैलसुते ॥ ६ ॥
Ayi Sharannaagata Vairi-Vadhuvara Viiravara-[A]bhaya Daaya-Kare
Tribhuvana-Mastaka Shula-Virodhi Shiro-[A]dhikrta-[A]mala Shula-Kare |
Dumi-Dumi-Taamara Dhundubhi-Naadam-Aho-Mukhariikrta Dingma-Kare
Jaya Jaya He Mahissaasura-Mardini Ramya-Kapardini Shaila-Sute || 6 ||
O one who grants refuge to those in distress, O bestower of courage to warriors, Dispeller of fears, Whose trident opposes the arrogance of the three worlds, O one who is adorned with a crescent moon on her forehead, Bearer of the mighty spear, Whose roar resembles the tumultuous sound of drums, Victory, victory to you, O destroyer of the buffalo demon, O beautiful one, adorned with a garland of skulls, O daughter of the mountains.
7. Maa Durga – Destroyer of the Demons Dhumralocana, Raktabija and Shumbha Nishumbha
अयि निजहुङ्कृति मात्रनिराकृत धूम्रविलोचन धूम्रशते
समरविशोषित शोणितबीज समुद्भवशोणित बीजलते ।
शिवशिवशुम्भ निशुम्भमहाहव तर्पितभूत पिशाचरते
जय जय हे महिषासुरमर्दिनि रम्यकपर्दिनि शैलसुते ॥ ७ ॥
Ayi Nija-Hungkrti Maatra-Niraakrta Dhumravilocana Dhumra-Shate
Samara-Vishossita Shonnita-Biija Samudbhava-Shonnita Biija-Late |
Shiva-Shiva-Shumbha Nishumbha-Mahaahava Tarpita-Bhuta Pishaaca-Rate
Jaya Jaya He Mahissaasura-Mardini Ramya-Kapardini Shaila-Sute || 7 ||
O one who eliminates self-centeredness and ego, O one with smoky and fiery eyes, Whose eyes emit smoke and fire, O one who arises from the very essence of battle, Whose origin is from the bloodshed, O one who brings satisfaction to Lord Shiva, By offering the great sacrifice of destroying the demons, Victory, victory to you, O destroyer of the buffalo demon, O beautiful one, adorned with a garland of skulls, O daughter of the mountains.
8. Maa Durga – Destroys the Chaturanga of the Enemy
धनुरनुषङ्ग रणक्षणसङ्ग परिस्फुरदङ्ग नटत्कटके
कनकपिशङ्ग पृषत्कनिषङ्ग रसद्भटशृङ्ग हताबटुके ।
कृतचतुरङ्ग बलक्षितिरङ्ग घटद्बहुरङ्ग रटद्बटुके
जय जय हे महिषासुरमर्दिनि रम्यकपर्दिनि शैलसुते ॥ ८ ॥
Dhanur-Anussangga Ranna-Kssanna-Sangga Parisphurad-Angga Nattat-Kattake
Kanaka-Pishangga Prssatka-Nissangga Rasad-Bhatta-Shrngga Hataa-Battuke |
Krta-Caturangga Bala-Kssiti-Rangga Ghattad-Bahu-Rangga Rattad-Battuke
Jaya Jaya He Mahissaasura-Mardini Ramya-Kapardini Shaila-Sute || 8 ||
O one who swiftly wields the bow, Engaged in the battle with precision, O one with vibrant and agile movements, Dancing with grace and skill, O one adorned with golden-yellow robes, With a beautiful, radiant appearance, Whose arrows strike the enemy’s chest, Victory, victory to you, O destroyer of the buffalo demon, O beautiful one, adorned with a garland of skulls, O daughter of the mountains.
9. Maa Durga – Whose Battle expresses as Celestial Dance
सुरललना ततथेयि तथेयि कृताभिनयोदर नृत्यरते
कृत कुकुथः कुकुथो गडदादिकताल कुतूहल गानरते ।
धुधुकुट धुक्कुट धिंधिमित ध्वनि धीर मृदंग निनादरते
जय जय हे महिषासुरमर्दिनि रम्यकपर्दिनि शैलसुते ॥ ९ ॥
Sura-Lalanaa Tatatheyi Tatheyi Krta-Abhinayo-[U]dara Nrtya-Rate
Krta Kukuthah Kukutho Gaddadaadika-Taala Kutuuhala Gaana-Rate |
Dhudhukutta Dhukkutta Dhimdhimita Dhvani Dhiira Mrdamga Ninaada-Rate
Jaya Jaya He Mahissaasura-Mardini Ramya-Kapardini Shaila-Sute || 9 ||
O one whose melodious voice enchants the gods, Engaged in graceful and expressive dance, O one who creates a melodious sound like the cuckoo, Playing various musical instruments with enthusiasm, Creating curiosity and excitement through singing, O one whose drum beats resound like “Dhudhukuta”, With the sound of the mridangam drum, Victory, victory to you, O destroyer of the buffalo demon, O beautiful one, adorned with a garland of skulls, O daughter of the mountains.
10. Maa Durga – Occupies Half of the Body of Lord Shiva
जय जय जप्य जयेजयशब्द परस्तुति तत्परविश्वनुते
झणझणझिञ्झिमि झिङ्कृत नूपुरशिञ्जितमोहित भूतपते ।
नटित नटार्ध नटी नट नायक नाटितनाट्य सुगानरते
जय जय हे महिषासुरमर्दिनि रम्यकपर्दिनि शैलसुते ॥ १० ॥
Jaya Jaya Japya Jaye-Jaya-Shabda Para-Stuti Tat-Para-Vishva-Nute
Jhanna-Jhanna-Jhin.jhimi Jhingkrta Nuupura-Shin.jita-Mohita Bhuuta-Pate |
Nattita Nattaardha Nattii Natta Naayaka Naattita-Naattya Su-Gaana-Rate
Jaya Jaya He Mahissaasura-Mardini Ramya-Kapardini Shaila-Sute || 10 ||
Victory, victory to the chant of ‘Jaya Jaya’, Praised by all, O one who is devoted to the world, Creating the rhythmic sounds of ankle bells, Entrancing and captivating all beings, O one who is the master of dance, Performing half of the dance and letting others complete it, O one who is the director of the dance, Engaged in the delightful singing and dancing, Victory, victory to you, O destroyer of the buffalo demon, O beautiful one, adorned with a garland of skulls, O daughter of the mountains.
11. Maa Durga – Union of Beautiful Mind and Charming Appearance
अयि सुमनःसुमनःसुमनः सुमनःसुमनोहरकान्तियुते
श्रितरजनी रजनीरजनी रजनीरजनी करवक्त्रवृते ।
सुनयनविभ्रमर भ्रमरभ्रमर भ्रमरभ्रमराधिपते
जय जय हे महिषासुरमर्दिनि रम्यकपर्दिनि शैलसुते ॥ ११ ॥
Ayi Sumanah-Sumanah-Sumanah Sumanah-Sumanohara-Kaanti-Yute
Shrita-Rajanii Rajanii-Rajanii Rajanii-Rajanii Kara-Vaktra-Vrte |
Sunayana-Vi-Bhramara Bhramara-Bhramara Bhramara-Bhramara-[A]dhipate
Jaya Jaya He Mahissaasura-Mardini Ramya-Kapardini Shaila-Sute || 11 ||
O one who is adorned with beautiful, enchanting eyes, Radiating the fragrance of beautiful flowers, O one with lotus-like face and captivating eyes, Whose divine presence illuminates the night, O one who attracts the buzzing bees, Like a blooming flower attracting honeybees, O queen of the buzzing bees, Victory, victory to you, O destroyer of the buffalo demon, O beautiful one, adorned with a garland of skulls, O daughter of the mountains.
12. Maa Durga – Accompanied by Army of Jasmine-Like Girls against excellent Fighters
सहितमहाहव मल्लमतल्लिक मल्लितरल्लक मल्लरते
विरचितवल्लिक पल्लिकमल्लिक झिल्लिकभिल्लिक वर्गवृते ।
शितकृतफुल्ल समुल्लसितारुण तल्लजपल्लव सल्ललिते
जय जय हे महिषासुरमर्दिनि रम्यकपर्दिनि शैलसुते ॥ १२ ॥
Sahita-Mahaahava Mallama-Tallika Malli-Tarallaka Malla-Rate
Viracita-Vallika Pallika-Mallika Jhillika-Bhillika Varga-Vrte |
Shita-Krta-Phulla Samullasita-[A]runna Tallaja-Pallava Sal-Lalite
Jaya Jaya He Mahissaasura-Mardini Ramya-Kapardini Shaila-Sute || 12 ||
O one who is adorned with the sacred fire and garlands, Surrounded by dancing and joyful devotees, O one who is praised by creative poets, Whose beautiful form is adorned with various flowers, O one whose tender feet are like blossoming lotus petals, Radiating a radiant red color, Victory, victory to you, O destroyer of the buffalo demon, O beautiful one, adorned with a garland of skulls, O daughter of the mountains.
13. Maa Durga – From Whom Emerges all Arts, Beauty and Power
अविरलगण्ड गलन्मदमेदुर मत्तमतङ्गजराजपते
त्रिभुवनभूषण भूतकलानिधि रूपपयोनिधि राजसुते ।
अयि सुदतीजन लालसमानस मोहन मन्मथराजसुते
जय जय हे महिषासुरमर्दिनि रम्यकपर्दिनि शैलसुते ॥ १३ ॥
Avirala-Ganndda Galan-Mada-Medura Matta-Matanggaja-Raaja-Pate
Tri-Bhuvana-Bhuussanna Bhuuta-Kalaanidhi Ruupa-Payo-Nidhi Raaja-Sute |
Ayi Sudatii-Jana Laalasa-Maanasa Mohana Manmatha-Raaja-Sute
Jaya Jaya He Mahissaasura-Mardini Ramya-Kapardini Shaila-Sute || 13 ||
O one whose fragrance permeates continuously, Like the intoxicated elephant in rut, O one who is adorned with the jewels of the three worlds, The repository of all artistic skills, the embodiment of beauty, O daughter of the king, born with a divine form, O one who captivates the hearts of pure-minded devotees, The beloved daughter of the god of love, Victory, victory to you, O destroyer of the buffalo demon, O beautiful one, adorned with a garland of skulls, O daughter of the mountains.
14. Maa Durga – Whose Forehead is Stainless and Pure like a Lotus Petal
कमलदलामल कोमलकान्ति कलाकलितामल भाललते
सकलविलास कलानिलयक्रम केलिचलत्कल हंसकुले ।
अलिकुलसङ्कुल कुवलयमण्डल मौलिमिलद्बकुलालिकुले
जय जय हे महिषासुरमर्दिनि रम्यकपर्दिनि शैलसुते ॥ १४ ॥
Kamala-Dala-[A]mala Komala-Kaanti Kalaa-Kalita-[A]mala Bhaalalate
Sakala-Vilaasa Kalaa-Nilaya-Krama Keli-Calat-Kala Hamsa-Kule |
Alikula-Sangkula Kuvalaya-Mannddala Mouli-Milad-Bakula-Ali-Kule
Jaya Jaya He Mahissaasura-Mardini Ramya-Kapardini Shaila-Sute || 14 ||
O one whose forehead is adorned with the delicate beauty of a blooming lotus, Whose shining tresses are adorned with artistic ornaments, O one who gracefully moves in various artistic expressions, Like a flock of swans dancing playfully, O one whose presence brings beauty and joy, With a radiant face resembling a cluster of fully bloomed lotus flowers, Victory, victory to you, O destroyer of the buffalo demon, O beautiful one, adorned with a garland of skulls, O daughter of the mountains.
15. Maa Durga – Whose Voice is Sweeter than Flute and Cuckoo
करमुरलीरव वीजितकूजित लज्जितकोकिल मञ्जुमते
मिलितपुलिन्द मनोहरगुञ्जित रञ्जितशैल निकुञ्जगते ।
निजगणभूत महाशबरीगण सद्गुणसम्भृत केलितले
जय जय हे महिषासुरमर्दिनि रम्यकपर्दिनि शैलसुते ॥ १५ ॥
Kara-Muralii-Rava Viijita-Kuujita Lajjita-Kokila Man.ju-Mate
Milita-Pulinda Manohara-Gun.jita Ran.jita-Shaila Nikun.ja-Gate |
Nija-Ganna-Bhuuta Mahaa-Shabarii-Ganna Sad-Gunna-Sambhrta Keli-Tale
Jaya Jaya He Mahissaasura-Mardini Ramya-Kapardini Shaila-Sute || 15 ||
O one whose melodious flute sound surpasses the song of the victorious cuckoo, O one whose presence delights the minds of pollen-carrying bees, O one whose abode is adorned with the enchanting sounds of peacocks, Resounding in the beautiful groves of the mountain, O one surrounded by a host of divine beings, Manifesting countless virtuous qualities, engaging in divine play, Victory, victory to you, O destroyer of the buffalo demon, O beautiful one, adorned with a garland of skulls, O daughter of the mountains.
16. Maa Durga – On Whose Radiant Toe-Nails Prostate the Devas and the Asuras
कटितटपीत दुकूलविचित्र मयुखतिरस्कृत चन्द्ररुचे
प्रणतसुरासुर मौलिमणिस्फुर दंशुलसन्नख चन्द्ररुचे
जितकनकाचल मौलिमदोर्जित निर्भरकुञ्जर कुम्भकुचे
जय जय हे महिषासुरमर्दिनि रम्यकपर्दिनि शैलसुते ॥ १६ ॥
Kattitatta-Piita Dukuula-Vicitra Mayukha-Tiraskrta Candra-Ruce
Prannata-Suraasura Mouli-Manni-Sphura d-Amshula-Sannakha Candra-Ruce
Jita-Kanaka-[A]cala Mouli-Mado[a-Uu]rjita Nirbhara-Kun.jara Kumbha-Kuce
Jaya Jaya He Mahissaasura-Mardini Ramya-Kapardini Shaila-Sute || 16 ||
O one whose beautiful garment shines like the golden rays of the sun, O one whose nails are sharpened like the tips of arrows, Causing fear in the hearts of both gods and demons, O one whose divine form shines like the crescent moon, Adorned with a crown studded with precious gems, O one whose bosom is adorned with a necklace made of golden elephants, Victory, victory to you, O destroyer of the buffalo demon, O beautiful one, adorned with a garland of skulls, O daughter of the mountains.
17. Maa Durga – Who is Pleased with Devotional Contemplation of both: like Suratha as well as Samadhi
विजितसहस्रकरैक सहस्रकरैक सहस्रकरैकनुते
कृतसुरतारक सङ्गरतारक सङ्गरतारक सूनुसुते ।
सुरथसमाधि समानसमाधि समाधिसमाधि सुजातरते ।
जय जय हे महिषासुरमर्दिनि रम्यकपर्दिनि शैलसुते ॥ १७ ॥
Vijita-Sahasra-Karaika Sahasra-Karaika Sahasra-Karaika-Nute
Krta-Sura-Taaraka Sanggara-Taaraka Sanggara-Taaraka Suunu-Sute |
Suratha-Samaadhi Samaana-Samaadhi Samaadhi-Samaadhi Sujaata-Rate |
Jaya Jaya He Mahissaasura-Mardini Ramya-Kapardini Shaila-Sute || 17 ||
O one who is victorious with a thousand hands, O one who is praised with a thousand hands, O one who is worshipped with a thousand hands, O one who has conquered the enemies of gods, O one who has conquered the enemies of gods, O one who is the daughter of the sun, O one who has attained supreme knowledge, O one who has attained perfect meditation, O one who has attained the state of bliss, Victory, victory to you, O destroyer of the buffalo demon, O beautiful one, adorned with a garland of skulls, O daughter of the mountains.
18. Maa Durga – An Abode of Devi Mahalakshmi
पदकमलं करुणानिलये वरिवस्यति योऽनुदिनं सुशिवे
अयि कमले कमलानिलये कमलानिलयः स कथं न भवेत् ।
तव पदमेव परम्पदमित्यनुशीलयतो मम किं न शिवे
जय जय हे महिषासुरमर्दिनि रम्यकपर्दिनि शैलसुते ॥ १८ ॥
Pada-Kamalam Karunnaa-Nilaye Varivasyati Yo-[A]nudinam Su-Shive
Ayi Kamale Kamalaa-Nilaye Kamalaa-Nilayah Sa Katham Na Bhavet |
Tava Padam-Eva Param-Padam-Ity-Anushiilayato Mama Kim Na Shive
Jaya Jaya He Mahissaasura-Mardini Ramya-Kapardini Shaila-Sute || 18 ||
O lotus-born one, the abode of compassion, Who resides in the hearts of devotees day after day, O lotus-eyed one, the abode of lotus, How can one not become like you? Your lotus feet alone are the supreme destination, Constantly sought by me, O auspicious one, Victory, victory to you, O destroyer of the buffalo demon, O beautiful one, adorned with a garland of skulls, O daughter of the mountains.
19. Maa Durga – An Abode of Devi Mahasaraswati
कनकलसत्कलसिन्धुजलैरनुषिञ्चति तेगुणरङ्गभुवम्
भजति स किं न शचीकुचकुम्भतटीपरिरम्भसुखानुभवम् ।
तव चरणं शरणं करवाणि नतामरवाणि निवासि शिवम्
जय जय हे महिषासुरमर्दिनि रम्यकपर्दिनि शैलसुते ॥ १९ ॥
Kanaka-Lasat-Kala-Sindhu-Jalair-Anussin.cati Te-Gunna-Rangga-Bhuvam
Bhajati Sa Kim Na Shacii-Kuca-Kumbha-Tattii-Parirambha-Sukha-[A]nubhavam |
Tava Carannam Sharannam Kara-Vaanni Nata-Amara-Vaanni Nivaasi Shivam
Jaya Jaya He Mahissaasura-Mardini Ramya-Kapardini Shaila-Sute || 19 ||
With the waves of the golden girdle, You sprinkle the entire world with the nectar of Your qualities. Who wouldn’t enjoy the blissful experiences Of embracing the breasts of the daughter of Shachi? I take refuge in Your divine feet, O Lord of the gods, the abode of auspiciousness. Victory, victory to You, O destroyer of the buffalo demon, O beautiful one, adorned with a garland of skulls, O daughter of the mountains.
20. Maa Durga – Whose Pure Moon-Like Face Subdues our Impurities
तव विमलेन्दुकुलं वदनेन्दुमलं सकलं ननु कूलयते
किमु पुरुहूतपुरीन्दु मुखी सुमुखीभिरसौ विमुखीक्रियते ।
मम तु मतं शिवनामधने भवती कृपया किमुत क्रियते
जय जय हे महिषासुरमर्दिनि रम्यकपर्दिनि शैलसुते ॥ २० ॥
Tava Vimale[a-I]ndu-Kulam Vadane[a-I]ndu-Malam Sakalam Nanu Kuula-Yate
Kimu Puruhuuta-Purii-Indu Mukhii Sumukhiibhir-Asou Vimukhii-Kriyate |
Mama Tu Matam Shiva-Naama-Dhane Bhavatii Krpayaa Kimuta Kriyate
Jaya Jaya He Mahissaasura-Mardini Ramya-Kapardini Shaila-Sute || 20 ||
Your pure face, shining like the moon, Illuminates everything with its radiance. Why then does the moon in the celestial city Turn its face away from You? In my understanding, the treasure of Shiva’s name, What can’t You accomplish with Your grace? Victory, victory to You, O destroyer of the buffalo demon, O beautiful one, adorned with a garland of skulls, O daughter of the mountains.
21. Maa Durga – Who Shower Grace on Devotees in the same manner as Arrows on Enemies
अयि मयि दीन दयालुतया कृपयैव त्वया भवितव्यमुमे
अयि जगतो जननी कृपयासि यथासि तथानुमितासिरते ।
यदुचितमत्र भवत्युररीकुरुतादुरुतापमपाकुरुते
जय जय हे महिषासुरमर्दिनि रम्यकपर्दिनि शैलसुते ॥ २१ ॥
Ayi Mayi Diina Dayaalu-Tayaa Krpaya-Iva Tvayaa Bhavitavyam-Ume
Ayi Jagato Jananii Krpayaasi Yathaasi Tathanu-mita-Asira-Te |
Yad-Ucitam-Atra Bhavatyurarii-Kurutaa-Duru-Taapam-Apaakurute
Jaya Jaya He Mahissaasura-Mardini Ramya-Kapardini Shaila-Sute || 21 ||
O merciful one, shower Your compassion upon me. Only through Your grace can I be uplifted. O mother of the universe, Your actions reflect Your divine compassion. Whatever is appropriate in this situation, You manifest accordingly. You dispel difficulties and alleviate suffering. Victory, victory to You, O destroyer of the buffalo demon, O beautiful one, adorned with a garland of skulls, O daughter of the mountains.