“Dhyayen Nityam Mahesham” is a beautiful Sanskrit hymn dedicated to Lord Shiva, encapsulating his divine attributes and serving as a meditative chant for devotees. This hymn has been melodiously rendered by the esteemed classical vocalist, Pandit Jasraj. He is crazy good, e real Master, listen to him!

Sanskrit Text with Transliteration and Translation:

ॐ ध्यायेनित्यं महेशं रजतगिरिनिभं चारुचन्द्रावतंसं
रत्नाकल्पोज्ज्वलाङ्गं परशुमृगवराभीतिहस्तं प्रसन्नम्।
पद्मासीनं समन्तात्स्तुतममरगणैर्व्याघ्रकृत्तिं वसानं
विश्वाद्यं विश्वबीजं निखिलभयहरं पञ्चवक्त्रं त्रिनेत्रम्॥

Transliteration:

Om dhyayen nityam Mahesham rajatagirinibham charuchandravatamsam
Ratnakalpoujjvalangam parashumrigavarabhitihastam prasannam।
Padmasinam samantat stutamamaraganairvyaghrakrittim vasanam
Vishvadyam vishvabijam nikhilabhayaharam panchavaktram trinetram॥

Translation:

Om. I eternally meditate upon Mahesha (the Great Lord),
Who resembles the silver mountain,
Who is adorned with the beautiful moon,
Whose body glows with jewel-like brilliance,
Who holds a trident, a deer, and gestures of boon and fearlessness in his hands, and is serene.
Seated in a lotus posture,
Praised by all celestial beings,
Clad in a tiger skin,
The origin of the universe,
The seed of all creation,
The remover of all fears,
Five-faced and three-eyed.

This hymn is traditionally chanted to invoke Lord Shiva’s blessings, seeking his protection and guidance. The vivid imagery portrays Shiva’s serene yet powerful form, emphasizing his role as the creator and protector of the universe.

Pandit Jasraj’s rendition of “Dhyayen Nityam Mahesham” is celebrated for its devotional depth and classical purity. His soulful interpretation brings out the profound essence of the hymn, making it a cherished piece among listeners.