Krishnaya Vasudevaya Haraye Paramatmane — Mantra with Meaning
This dearly loved verse to Shri Krishna comes from the tenth canto of the Shrimad Bhagavatam. It bows again and again to the Lord as Krishna, Vasudev, Hari, the Supreme Soul and Govind, the one who removes the troubles of those who surrender to him. Many devotees chant it every day.
Krishnaya vasudevaya haraye paramatmane | pranata-klesha-nashaya govindaya namo namah ||
Meaning
Mantra
Krishnaya vasudevaya haraye paramatmane | pranata-klesha-nashaya govindaya namo namah ||
To Krishna, Vasudev, Hari, the Supreme Soul — to Govind, who removes the troubles of all who bow to him — salutations again and again.
Meanings written in simple language by the KathaMantra team.
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Frequently asked questions
How many times should this mantra be chanted?
108 times (one mala) a day, or 11 or 21 times as you wish. A tulsi mala is considered auspicious.
When should it be chanted?
In morning and evening puja, on Janmashtami and Ekadashi, or whenever the mind is troubled and seeks the Lord's shelter.
Where does this verse come from?
It is from the tenth canto of the Shrimad Bhagavatam. Traditionally, it was spoken in praise of Krishna by the kings he freed from Jarasandh's prison.