Sanskrit (Devanagari): कृष्णाय वासुदेवाय हरये परमात्मने। प्रणत क्लेशनाशाय गोविन्दाय नमो नमः॥
English transliteration: Krushnaya Vasudevaya Haraye Paramatmane Pranata Kleshanashaya Govindaya Namo Namah
Explained The Mantra
संस्कृत श्लोक
कृष्णाय वासुदेवाय हरये परमात्मने।
प्रणत क्लेशनाशाय गोविन्दाय नमो नमः॥
शब्दार्थ
- कृष्णाय – श्रीकृष्ण को
- वासुदेवाय – वसुदेव के पुत्र को
- हरये – जो सब पाप और दुख हर लेते हैं
- परमात्मने – परम आत्मा को
- प्रणत क्लेशनाशाय – जो शरणागत भक्तों के कष्टों का नाश करते हैं
- गोविन्दाय – गौ और इन्द्रियों के रक्षक, पालन करने वाले
- नमः नमः – बार-बार नमस्कार
भावार्थ
“श्रीकृष्ण, वसुदेव के पुत्र, जो सभी पाप और दुःखों को हर लेते हैं, जो स्वयं परमात्मा हैं और शरणागत भक्तों के क्लेशों का नाश करते हैं—ऐसे गोविन्द को बार-बार प्रणाम है।”
👉 सरल भाषा में: ये श्लोक कहता है कि हे कृष्ण! आप ही परमात्मा हैं, भक्तों के दुःख दूर करने वाले हैं, सबके पालनहार हैं। आपको मैं बार-बार प्रणाम करता हूँ।
Meaning in English: I bow down to Krishna, the son of Vasudeva (the Supreme Soul), who is Hari (the remover of obstacles) and Govinda. I bow to Him who destroys the sufferings of those who surrender to Him
🌸 Spiritual Essence
This mantra isn’t just praise—it’s also a remedy. Chanting it aligns the mind with surrender (pranati), relief from suffering (klesha-nasha), and guidance towards dharma (Govinda).
- For the devotee’s heart → It brings comfort, faith, and resilience.
- For the mind → It removes negativity and invites clarity.
- For daily life → It reminds you: “I’m not alone, Krishna’s got my back.”
📿 Benefits of Chanting
- Peace of mind – Helps reduce stress and fear.
- Removal of inner obstacles – Dissolves doubts and negative habits.
- Protection – Creates a sense of divine shelter.
- Bhakti boost – Strengthens devotion and love for God.
⏰ When to Chant
- Early morning (Brahma Muhurta) for max spiritual vibes.
- Before starting new ventures (for blessings).
- In times of distress (for strength and calm).
- Or honestly… anytime you need that cosmic “reset button.”
🪔 How to Chant the Mantra
1. Set the Space
- Sit in a clean, quiet spot (preferably facing east).
- Light a diya (lamp) or incense if you vibe with that.
- Calm your mind with 2–3 deep breaths.
2. The Mantra
कृष्णाय वासुदेवाय हरये परमात्मने।
प्रणत क्लेशनाशाय गोविन्दाय नमो नमः॥
(Pronounce like: Krishnaaya Vaasudevaaya Haraye Paramaatmane, Pranata-Klesha-Naashaaya Govindaaya Namo Namah)
3. Count / Repetition
- Beginner: Chant 11 times daily (easy to commit).
- Regular practice: Do 108 times with a japa mala (rosary beads).
- Power mode: Chant in 3 rounds of 108 (324 total) on special days like Ekadashi or Krishna Janmashtami.
4. Focus While Chanting
- Visualize Krishna (smiling, holding the flute, standing under Kadamba tree).
- Feel like you’re offering your worries into His hands.
- Let the meaning flow: He removes my troubles, He protects me, I’m safe with Him.
5. Best Times to Chant
- 🌅 Brahma Muhurta (early morning, 4–6 am).
- 🌙 Before bed (brings peaceful sleep).
- 💭 Anytime you feel anxious, stuck, or drained.
🌸 Extra Tips
- Use a tulsi mala if possible (considered most sacred for Krishna mantras).
- Sit with a straight spine; it helps energy flow.
- If you can’t chant out loud → do it silently in your mind (works just as well).
- Consistency > Quantity. Even 5 sincere chants beat 500 distracted ones.