Introduction

Sheetala Chalisa is a devotional stotra or hymn dedicated to the glory of Sheetala Mata. Sheetala Mata is considered the goddess of health, coolness and freedom from diseases in Hindu religion. She is especially worshiped as a merciful goddess who protects people from diseases like smallpox.

It is believed that by reciting Sheetala Chalisa with true heart and devotion, Sheetala Mata showers her blessings on her devotees. Regular recitation of this bhajan not only provides relief from health problems but also paves the way for happiness, peace and prosperity in life.

शीतला चालीसा

॥ दोहा॥
जय जय माता शीतला ,
तुमहिं धरै जो ध्यान ।
होय विमल शीतल हृदय,
विकसै बुद्धी बल ज्ञान ॥घट-घट वासी शीतला,
शीतल प्रभा तुम्हार ।
शीतल छइयां में झुलई,
मइयां पलना डार ॥

॥ चौपाई ॥
जय-जय-जय श्री शीतला भवानी ।
जय जग जननि सकल गुणधानी ॥

गृह-गृह शक्ति तुम्हारी राजित ।
पूरण शरदचंद्र समसाजित ॥

विस्फोटक से जलत शरीरा ।
शीतल करत हरत सब पीड़ा ॥

मात शीतला तव शुभनामा ।
सबके गाढे आवहिं कामा ॥4॥

शोक हरी शंकरी भवानी ।
बाल-प्राणक्षरी सुख दानी ॥

शुचि मार्जनी कलश करराजै ।
मस्तक तेज सूर्य सम साजै ॥

चौसठ योगिन संग में गावैं ।
वीणा ताल मृदंग बजावै ॥

नृत्य नाथ भैरौं दिखलावैं ।
सहज शेष शिव पार ना पावैं ॥8॥

धन्य धन्य धात्री महारानी ।
सुरनर मुनि तब सुयश बखानी ॥

ज्वाला रूप महा बलकारी ।
दैत्य एक विस्फोटक भारी ॥

घर घर प्रविशत कोई न रक्षत ।
रोग रूप धरी बालक भक्षत ॥

हाहाकार मच्यो जगभारी ।
सक्यो न जब संकट टारी ॥12॥

तब मैंय्या धरि अद्भुत रूपा ।
कर में लिये मार्जनी सूपा ॥

विस्फोटकहिं पकड़ि कर लीन्हो ।
मूसल प्रमाण बहुविधि कीन्हो ॥

बहुत प्रकार वह विनती कीन्हा ।
मैय्या नहीं भल मैं कछु कीन्हा ॥

अबनहिं मातु काहुगृह जइहौं ।
जहँ अपवित्र वही घर रहि हो ॥16॥

अब भगतन शीतल भय जइहौं ।
विस्फोटक भय घोर नसइहौं ॥

श्री शीतलहिं भजे कल्याना ।
वचन सत्य भाषे भगवाना ॥

पूजन पाठ मातु जब करी है ।
भय आनंद सकल दुःख हरी है ॥

विस्फोटक भय जिहि गृह भाई ।
भजै देवि कहँ यही उपाई ॥20॥

कलश शीतलाका सजवावै ।
द्विज से विधीवत पाठ करावै ॥

तुम्हीं शीतला, जगकी माता ।
तुम्हीं पिता जग की सुखदाता ॥

तुम्हीं जगद्धात्री सुखसेवी ।
नमो नमामी शीतले देवी ॥

नमो सुखकरनी दु:खहरणी ।
नमो- नमो जगतारणि धरणी ॥24॥

नमो नमो त्रलोक्य वंदिनी ।
दुखदारिद्रक निकंदिनी ॥

श्री शीतला , शेढ़ला, महला ।
रुणलीहृणनी मातृ मंदला ॥

हो तुम दिगम्बर तनुधारी ।
शोभित पंचनाम असवारी ॥

रासभ, खर , बैसाख सुनंदन ।
गर्दभ दुर्वाकंद निकंदन ॥28॥

सुमिरत संग शीतला माई,
जाही सकल सुख दूर पराई ॥

गलका, गलगन्डादि जुहोई ।
ताकर मंत्र न औषधि कोई ॥

एक मातु जी का आराधन ।
और नहिं कोई है साधन ॥

निश्चय मातु शरण जो आवै ।
निर्भय मन इच्छित फल पावै ॥32॥

कोढी, निर्मल काया धारै ।
अंधा, दृग निज दृष्टि निहारै ॥

बंध्या नारी पुत्र को पावै ।
जन्म दरिद्र धनी होइ जावै ॥

मातु शीतला के गुण गावत ।
लखा मूक को छंद बनावत ॥

यामे कोई करै जनि शंका ।
जग मे मैया का ही डंका ॥36॥

भगत ‘कमल’ प्रभुदासा ।
तट प्रयाग से पूरब पासा ॥

ग्राम तिवारी पूर मम बासा ।
ककरा गंगा तट दुर्वासा ॥

अब विलंब मैं तोहि पुकारत ।
मातृ कृपा कौ बाट निहारत ॥

पड़ा द्वार सब आस लगाई ।
अब सुधि लेत शीतला माई ॥40॥

॥ दोहा ॥
यह चालीसा शीतला,
पाठ करे जो कोय ।
सपनें दुख व्यापे नही,
नित सब मंगल होय ॥

बुझे सहस्र विक्रमी शुक्ल,
भाल भल किंतू ।
जग जननी का ये चरित,
रचित भक्ति रस बिंतू ॥
॥ इति श्री शीतला चालीसा ॥

Who is Shitala Mata? Who is Sheetla Mata?

Sheetala Mata is the goddess of coolness and health in Hindu religion. Goddess Shitala is also known as the goddess of smallpox and other infectious diseases. Sheetala Mata is widely worshiped in all parts of India and especially in rural areas.

It is believed that worshiping Mata Shitala protects the devotees from diseases, especially infectious diseases. Her devotees also believe that Mata fulfills all their wishes and brings peace and prosperity in their lives.

Importance of Shitala Chalisa

• Protection from diseases: Shitala Mata is considered to be the goddess who protects her devotees from diseases, especially from smallpox and other infectious diseases. It is believed that reciting Chalisa pleases the Mother Goddess and protects her devotees.
• Fulfillment of wishes: Devotees strongly believe that by reciting Sheetala Chalisa all their wishes are fulfilled. In Chalisa, Mother Shitala has been described as ‘the one who fulfills wishes’.
• Inner peace and positivity: Sheetala Mata is a symbol of coolness. His blessings remove negative emotions from the mind and provide peace and positivity.
• Spiritual Development: Any devotional lesson connects us with the divinity within us. Regular recitation of Sheetala Chalisa develops the qualities of reverence and faith in the devotees, thereby uplifting them spiritually.

Sheetla Chalisa : A Divine Hymn

Sheetala Chalisa is a divine hymn/stotra dedicated to Sheetala Mata. By reading this Chalisa regularly, devotees attain immense virtue. Also, one gets the blessings of Mother Goddess which frees one from all obstacles and leads life towards positivity and success.

The Legend of Sheetla Mata

There are many popular stories related to the birth of Sheetala Mata. According to a famous legend, once there was a powerful goddess named Jwala Devi, who defeated many demons. After killing the demons, the body temperature of the goddess increased significantly. Unable to bear the intense heat of his body, the gods prayed to Lord Shiva to solve this problem.

Lord Shiva was pleased and gave birth to Sheetala Mata with his cool touch to reduce the heat of Goddess Jwala.

Sheetla Mata Puja Vidhi Sheetla Mata Puja Vidhi

Sheetala Ashtami, dedicated to Sheetala Mata, is celebrated with great enthusiasm and faith across India. However, devotees can worship Shitala Mata on any day of the month, especially on Monday and Friday. Come, let us know how Shitala Mata is worshipped:

• Wake up early in the morning, take bath and wear clean clothes.
• Purify the idol or picture of Sheetala Mata with Ganga water.
• Offer flowers, rice, turmeric, kumkum, sandalwood, incense sticks and lamps to the Goddess.
• Recite Sheetala Chalisa.
• Perform Aarti of Sheetala Mata.
• Distribute Prasad.

Pujan Samagri Sheetla Mata Pujan Samagri

• Statue or picture of Sheetala Mata.
• Rice.
• Turmeric.
• Kumkum.
• Sandalwood.
• Flower.
• Incense/incense sticks.
• Ghee lamp.
• Kalash.
• Coconut.
• Fruit.
• Sweet.

Sheetla Mata Mantra Sheetla Mata Mantra

Chant this powerful mantra for the worship of Sheetala Mata:

“Om Sheetalayai Namah” “Om Sheetalayai Namah”

Benefits of Reciting Sheetla Chalisa

• By the grace of Sheetala Mata one gets freedom from diseases and complete health.
• Sheetala Mata protects her devotees from infectious diseases like smallpox.
• Wishes are fulfilled.
• Happiness, peace and prosperity come in life.

Stories of Devotees’ Experiences with Sheetla Mata

Devotees who have unwavering faith in Shitala Mata have experienced the miracles of Mata from time to time. In many villages of India, people prefer to go to the shelter of Shitala Mata instead of getting their children vaccinated against smallpox. They believe that if they observe Shitalashtami fast and worship with true heart, the Goddess will protect their children from any kind of diseases.Category: 

  

Conclusion

Reciting the Sheetla Chalisa and invoking the blessings of Sheetla Mata is a deeply transformative practice. Her benevolent grace bestows health, peace, prosperity, and spiritual upliftment. She stands as the protector of her devotees, fulfilling their desires and aspirations.

If you long for positive change in your life, if you seek the strength to navigate challenges with resilience, look no further than the compassionate embrace of Sheetla Mata. The divine verses of the Sheetla Chalisa, paired with her ever-present blessings, will lead you towards a life filled with joy and profound inner balance.

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