Shadanana Stotram (Kartikeya)
Courage, authority, and swift rise in career — especially in competitive fields
How to chant: 12 times on Tuesday mornings
Shadanana Stotram (Kartikeya) Lyrics in Sanskrit
षडाननं कुङ्कुमरक्तवर्णं महामतिं दिव्यमयूरवाहनम्। रुद्रस्य सूनुं सुरलोकनाथं ब्रह्मण्यदेवं शरणं प्रपद्ये॥
Shadanana Stotram (Kartikeya) Transliteration
Shadananam kunkuma-rakta-varnam, Mahamatim divyamayura-vahanam, Rudrasya soonum suraloka-natham, Brahmanya-devam sharanam prapadye.
Shadanana Stotram (Kartikeya) Meaning in English
I take refuge in Lord Kartikeya — the six-faced one, radiant as vermillion, of supreme intelligence, who rides the divine peacock, son of Rudra, lord of the celestial realms, and protector of Vedic dharma.
Astrological Benefits of Chanting Shadanana Stotram (Kartikeya)
This mantra is governed by Mars and invokes Kartikeya. In Vedic astrology, regular chanting strengthens Mars's significations in your natal chart — bringing greater career & recognition.
Which Dasha or Planetary Affliction Does Shadanana Stotram (Kartikeya) Remedy?
Dasha & Transit Periods
- ◉Mars Mahadasha — channel Mars energy constructively
- ◉Mars Antardasha with career obstacles
- ◉During Mangal transit over natal Sun or 10th house
Natal Chart Afflictions
- ◈Debilitated Mars in Cancer
- ◈Mars in 6th, 8th, or 12th house
- ◈Mars-Saturn conjunction (blocked ambition)
- ◈Weak 3rd house (courage) or 6th house (competition)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shadanana Stotram (Kartikeya)?
Shadanana Stotram (Kartikeya) is a classical Sanskrit mantra for career & recognition. Courage, authority, and swift rise in career — especially in competitive fields. It is governed by the planet Mars and best chanted on Tuesday.
How many times should I chant Shadanana Stotram (Kartikeya)?
12 times on Tuesday mornings
Which Dasha benefits most from chanting Shadanana Stotram (Kartikeya)?
Mars Mahadasha — channel Mars energy constructively. Mars Antardasha with career obstacles. During Mangal transit over natal Sun or 10th house.
What natal chart afflictions does Shadanana Stotram (Kartikeya) remedy?
Debilitated Mars in Cancer. Mars in 6th, 8th, or 12th house. Mars-Saturn conjunction (blocked ambition). Weak 3rd house (courage) or 6th house (competition).
Who should chant Shadanana Stotram (Kartikeya)?
Military, law, sports, surgery, engineering, anyone overcoming rivals
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