ॐ Saraswati Maa ॐ

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Sanskrit:
या कुन्देन्दु तुषार हार धवला या शुभ्रवस्त्रावृता ।
या वीणावर दण्ड मण्डितकरा या श्वेतपद्मासना ॥
या ब्रह्माच्युत शंकरप्रभृतिभिर्देवैः सदा वन्दिता ।
सा मां पातु सरस्वती भगवती निःशेषजाड्यापहा ॥

Simple phonetic:

Ya Kundendu Tushar Hara Dhavala

Ya Shubhra Vastravrita

Ya Veena Vara Danda Mandita Kara

Ya Shveta Padmasana

Ya Brahmachyuta Shankara Prabhritibhir

Devaih Sada Vandita

Sa Maam Paatu Saraswati Bhagavati

Nihshesha Jadyapaha

1. Sharpening intellect and memory
Saraswati is called Vidyadayini (giver of knowledge). Regular chanting is believed to improve focus, learning ability, memory, and grasping power—making it especially popular among students, teachers, and seekers of wisdom.

2. Removing confusion and ignorance
The prayer asks her to remove avidya (ignorance) and grant vidya (true knowledge). People often feel more mentally clear and steady after chanting.

3. Improving speech and communication
Since Saraswati rules vak (speech), her vandana is recited to gain eloquence, confidence in expression, and the ability to speak truth gracefully. Musicians, writers, and artists also invoke her for inspiration.

4. Cultivating purity of thought
Her energy represents calm, sattvic (pure) qualities. Regular prayer aligns the mind with virtues like humility, patience, and clarity, reducing mental restlessness.

5. Spiritual upliftment
At a deeper level, Saraswati represents higher knowledge—wisdom that frees the soul. Chanting her vandana opens the heart to spiritual learning, not just academic or worldly.

ghōra rūpē mahārāvē sarvaśatru-bhayaṅkarī

bhaktēbhyō varadē dēvi trāhi māṁ śaraṇāgatam

surā-surārcitē dēvi siddha-gandharva-sēvitē

jāḍya-pāpahārē dēvi trāhi māṁ śaraṇāgatam

jaṭājūṭa-samāyuktē lōla-jihvānta-kāriṇī

drutabuddhi-karē dēvi trāhi māṁ śaraṇāgatam

saumya-krōdha-dhārē rūpē caṇḍarūpē namōʼstu tē

sr̥ṣṭi rūpē namastubhyaṁ trāhi māṁ śaraṇāgatam

jaḍānāṁ jaḍatāṁ hanti bhaktānāṁ bhaktavatsalā

mūḍhatāṁ hara mē dēvi trāhi māṁ śaraṇāgatam

vām hruṁ hruṁ kamayē dēvi balihōma-priyē namaḥ

ugratarē namō nityaṁ trāhi māṁ śaraṇāgatam

buddhiṁ dēhi yaśō dēhi kavitvaṁ dēhi dēvi mē

mūḍhatvaṁ ca harē dēvi trāhi māṁ śaraṇāgatam

indrādivilasadvandvavanditē karuṇāmayi

tārē tāradhināthāsyē trāhi māṁ śaraṇāgatam

aṣṭamyāṁ ca caturdaśyāṁ navamyāṁ yaḥ paṭhēnnaraḥ

ṣaṇmāsaiḥ siddhimāpnōti nā ’tra kāryā vicāraṇā

mōkṣārthī labhatē mōkṣaṁ dhanārthī labhatē dhanam

vidyārthī labhatē vidyāṁ tarkavyākaraṇādikam

idaṁ stōtram paṭhēdyastu satataṁ śraddhayānvitāḥ

tasya śatruh kṣayaṁ yāti mahāprajñā prajāyatē

pīḍāyāṁ vāpi saṅgrāmē jāḍyē dānē tathā bhayē

yā idaṁ paṭhati stōtram śubhaṁ tasya na saṁśayaḥ

Benefits of Reciting Neela Saraswati Stotram

1. Deep Knowledge and Insight
Chanting is said to awaken higher wisdom, not just academic or artistic talent but insight into the self, scriptures, and deeper spiritual truths.

2. Removal of Mental Obstacles
She clears confusion, doubts, and inner blocks that prevent learning or progress in meditation. Many practitioners find their concentration sharpens.

3. Speech and Communication Power
As Saraswati rules vak (speech), this form particularly strengthens clarity and impact of words. It’s often recited before debates, performances, or teaching.

4. Protection from Negativity
Being a tantric aspect, Neela Saraswati is seen as a protector from psychic disturbances, evil influences, and jealousy. Her energy builds a shield around the devotee.

5. Spiritual Growth and Liberation
This stotram is considered especially beneficial for aspirants on a higher spiritual path. It guides the mind toward jnana (true knowledge), leading ultimately to freedom from ignorance.

In short, reciting Saraswati Vandana is said to help the mind become sharp like a sword, clear like a river, and calm like a lake—ideal for both worldly success and inner growth.

In practice, devotees approach the Neela Saraswati Stotram with reverence and discipline, often chanting in the early morning or during study/meditation. It’s less about material gain and more about inner strength, mastery of mind, and divine wisdom.

Approach Saraswati Maa with love and surrender to her. She will help you. Om Aim Saraswatiya Namaha