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Introduction to Aparadha Shodana Mantra (అపరాధ శోధన మంత్రం)
Aparadha Shodana Mantra (అపరాధ శోధన మంత్రం / अपराध शोधन मन्त्र), beginning with the words “Aparadha Sahasrani Kriyante Aharnisham Maya”, is a short and deeply humble prayer for forgiveness. It is recited at the end of a puja, vratam or japa, when the devotee admits that countless faults are committed every day and asks the Lord to forgive them, accepting the devotee as His servant.
The word Aparadha means a fault or offence, and Shodana means correcting or purifying. The verse is not attributed to a single author; it comes down through the Puranic and puja-vidhana tradition and is chanted in Telugu homes and temples at the close of worship. The verse addresses the Lord as Parameshwara; when the worship is of the Goddess, the same line is commonly said as Parameshwari.
The Meaning of “Aparadha Sahasrani Kriyante Aharnisham Maya” (పద విభజన)
The two lines of the verse can be understood word by word:
- Aparadha-sahasrani (అపరాధ సహస్రాణి): thousands of faults – the devotee does not claim to be faultless.
- Kriyante (క్రియంతే): are committed or done.
- Aharnisham (అహర్నిశం): day and night, that is, all the time.
- Maya (మయా): by me.
- Dasoyam Iti Mam Matva (దాసోఽయమితి మాం మత్వా): considering me to be this servant of Yours.
- Kshamasva (క్షమస్వ): please forgive.
- Parameshwara (పరమేశ్వర): O Supreme Lord.
Aparadha Shodana Mantra Lyrics in Telugu (అపరాధ శోధన మంత్రం – తెలుగు లిపి)
క్రింద అపరాధ శోధన మంత్రం తెలుగు లిపిలో ఇవ్వబడింది:
అపరాధసహస్రాణి క్రియంతేఽహర్నిశం మయా ।
దాసోఽయమితి మాం మత్వా క్షమస్వ పరమేశ్వర ॥
॥ ఇతి అపరాధ శోధన మంత్రం సంపూర్ణమ్ ॥
Aparadha Shodana Mantra Lyrics in Hindi / Sanskrit (अपराध शोधन मन्त्र – देवनागरी लिपि)
पूजा के अंत में पढ़ा जाने वाला अपराध शोधन मन्त्र देवनागरी लिपि में:
अपराधसहस्राणि क्रियन्तेऽहर्निशं मया ।
दासोऽयमिति मां मत्वा क्षमस्व परमेश्वर ॥
॥ इति अपराध शोधन मन्त्रं सम्पूर्णम् ॥
Aparadha Shodana Mantra in English with Meaning (ఆంగ్ల అనువాదం)
Below is the Romanized English transliteration along with the meaning of the mantra:
Aparādha-sahasrāṇi kriyante ’har-niśaṃ mayā |
Dāso ’yam iti māṃ matvā kṣamasva Parameśvara ||
Meaning: Thousands of faults are committed by me day and night. Considering me to be Your servant, please forgive me, O Supreme Lord.
Spiritual Benefits of Chanting Aparadha Shodana Mantra (అపరాధ శోధన మంత్రం పఠన ఫలితాలు)
According to tradition, ending worship with this prayer brings the following blessings:
- Humility: Saying “Aparadha sahasrani kriyante aharnisham maya” openly admits our human limitations and softens the ego.
- Forgiveness & Peace of Mind: Asking the Lord to forgive any lapse lets the devotee let go of guilt over small mistakes made in worship.
- Surrender as a Servant: The words “Dasoyam” (I am Your servant) build the attitude of dasya-bhakti, devotion as a servant of the Lord.
- Confidence in Worship: Even those who do not know the full puja vidhi can worship without fear, since the prayer asks only for sincerity.
- A Fitting End to Every Puja: The mantra closes the worship on a note of gratitude and surrender.
Vidhi & Rules: How to Recite Aparadha Shodana Mantra
- Recite at the End of Puja: Chant it after naivedya and aarti, once the main worship is over.
- Stand or Sit with Folded Hands: Offer namaskaram to the deity while chanting, with a calm and attentive mind.
- Parameshwara or Parameshwari: Say Parameshwara for Lord Shiva or Vishnu, and Parameshwari for the Goddess, as your family tradition does.
- Offer Water or Akshata: Many families conclude by offering a little water or akshata; follow your own sampradaya.
- Recite with Sincerity, Not Haste: The verse is about humility, so say it slowly and with feeling rather than as a quick formality.
Best Days & Timings to Recite Aparadha Shodana Mantra
- Daily Puja: Morning or evening, at the close of your regular puja.
- Vratams & Festivals: At the end of Satyanarayana Vratam, Varalakshmi Vratam, Vinayaka Chavithi and similar vratams.
- Navaratri & Karthika Masam: Months of extended daily worship, when small lapses are more likely.
- Maha Shivaratri & Pradosham: Close the night or evening worship with this prayer.
- After Japa or Homam: Whenever a ritual has many steps and it is natural to ask forgiveness for any omission.
Frequently Asked Questions (తరచుగా అడిగే ప్రశ్నలు)
1. Who composed the Aparadha Shodana Mantra?
This verse is not attributed to a single author. It is a traditional prayer from the Puranic and puja-vidhana tradition, passed down in family and temple worship.
2. What is the meaning of “Aparadha Sahasrani Kriyante Aharnisham Maya”?
It means “thousands of faults are committed by me day and night.” The devotee honestly admits this and prays to the Lord for forgiveness.
3. When should the Aparadha Shodana Mantra be recited?
It is recited at the very end of a puja, vratam or japa, after naivedya and aarti, to seek forgiveness for any mistake made during the worship.
4. Should I say Parameshwara or Parameshwari?
Traditionally Parameshwara is used when worshipping Lord Shiva or Vishnu, and Parameshwari when worshipping the Goddess. Follow what your family practises.
5. Is it the same as the Devi Aparadha Kshamapana Stotram?
No. The Devi Aparadha Kshamapana Stotram is a separate, longer hymn to the Goddess attributed to Adi Shankaracharya. The Aparadha Shodana Mantra here is a short two-line prayer used at the end of ordinary puja.
May the Lord forgive every lapse, complete your worship and bless you and your family with health, peace and prosperity! Om Parameshwaraya Namah! (ఓం పరమేశ్వరాయ నమః)
