Shreya Ghoshal’s rendition of “Ganesha Pancharatnam” is a traditional hymn set to music by Kinjal Chatterjee. The lyrics begin by introducing Ganesha holding a sweet modakam, identifying him as the eternal provider of liberation. This first stanza establishes both his gentle and his spiritual roles.
A subsequent verse presents a contrast in his character. For non-devotees, he appears terrifying, but for his followers, he is radiant like the morning sun. The lyrics also describe his immense power during the dissolution of the universe, showing his cosmic significance.
Mudakaratta Modakam Sada Vimukti SadhakamHe who holds the sweet ‘Modakam’ of joy, the eternal bestower of liberation.
Kaladharavatamsakam Vilasiloka RakshakamWho wears the crescent moon as an ornament, the playful protector of the world.
Anayakaika Nayakam Vinasithebha DaityakamThe peerless leader for those who have none, who destroyed the great elephant demon.
Natasubhasu Nasakam Namami Tam VinayakamWho removes all troubles for his devotees, I bow to that Remover of Obstacles.
Natetarati Bhikaram Navoditarka BhasvaramHe is terrifying to those who don’t bow, yet radiant as the newly risen sun.
Namatsurari Nirjaram NatadhikapaduddharamWorshipped by gods and demons alike, who lifts his followers from great distress.
Suresvaram Nidhisvaram Gajesvaram GanesvaramLord of all gods, Lord of all treasures, the elephant-faced Lord of heavenly hosts.
Mahesvaram Tamasraye Paratparam NirantaramI take eternal refuge in that Great Lord, who is supreme beyond the supreme.
Samasta Loka Sankaram Nirasta Daitya KunjaramThe bringer of peace to all the worlds, who defeated the mighty elephant-like demons.
Daretarodaram Varam Varebha VaktramaksharamWith a generous belly, the giver of boons, whose noble elephant face is eternal.
Krpakaram Ksamakaram Mudakaram YasaskaramThe embodiment of mercy, forgiveness, joy, and glorious fame.
Manaskaram Namskrtam Namaskaromi BhasvaramThe bestower of honor, revered by all, I bow to that brilliant one.
Akincanarti Marjanam Cirantanokti bhajanamHe who erases the suffering of the helpless, praised in the ancient sacred texts.
Purari Purva Nandanam Surari Garva CarvanamThe firstborn son of Shiva, who destroys the pride of the enemies of the gods.
Prapanca Nasa Bhisanam Dhananjayadi BhusanamHis form is terrifying at the universe’s dissolution, and he is adorned with cosmic serpents.
Kapola Danavaranam Bhaje Purana VaranamFrom whose temples flows a divine nectar, I worship that primeval elephant Lord.
Nitanta Kanti Danta Kantimanta Kanti KatmajamHis single tusk is intensely radiant, son of the luminous Lord who is splendor itself.
Acintya Rupamanta Hinamantaraya KrntanamHis form is inconceivable and without end, the one who cuts through all obstacles.
Hrdantare Nirantaram Vasantameva YoginamHe who dwells eternally within the hearts of the enlightened sages.
Tamekadantameva Tam Vicintayami SantatamUpon that one-tusked Lord alone, I constantly meditate.
Mahaganesa Pancaratnamadarena Yo nvahamWhoever reverently recites this five-jeweled hymn to the great Ganesha each day,
Prajalpati Prabhatake Hrdi Smaran GanesvaramChanting at dawn while holding the Lord of Hosts in their heart,
Arogatamadosatam Susahitim SuputratamWill be blessed with perfect health, a faultless life, good companions, and virtuous children.
Samahitayu Rastabhuti Mabhyupaiti So ciratAnd will swiftly attain a long, peaceful life and eightfold prosperity.
The hymn unfolds across five stanzas, with each part revealing a different facet of the deity. This structure presents a progressive understanding of Ganesha, starting with his benevolent form and ending with his ultimate reality. The meaning of the Ganesha Pancharatnam lyrics shows a complete divine personality.
