Manasa Devi Stotram
Manasa Devi Stotram is a devotional hymn dedicated to Goddess Manasa Devi, the serpent goddess worshipped primarily in Eastern India for protection from snake bites and fertility.
Overview
The Manasa Devi Stotram is a sacred Hindu hymn that praises Goddess Manasa Devi, the goddess of snakes (nagas) who is widely worshipped in Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha, and Assam. She is the daughter of sage Kashyapa and is believed to control all serpents. The hymn is recited for protection from snake bites, fertility, and the blessings of the serpent goddess.
Content and Structure
The stotram consists of verses that describe the divine attributes of Manasa Devi, her control over serpents, her role in the worship of the nagas, and the benefits of her worship. Each verse invokes a specific aspect of the Goddess and seeks her protection and blessings. The hymn is recited during Nag Panchami and other serpent worship occasions.
Significance
The Manasa Devi Stotram is an important hymn in the serpent worship tradition of Eastern India and is recited for protection from snake bites, venom, and negative influences. It is believed to invoke the protective power of the serpent goddess and bestow fertility, prosperity, and protection. The hymn is also significant for its connection to the naga worship tradition.
Verification Notes
- Dedicated to Goddess Manasa Devi, the serpent goddess
- Recited for protection from snakes and for fertility
- Important in the serpent worship tradition of Eastern India