Nirvana Shatakam - English Translation and Meaning with Sanskrit Lyrics

Adi Shankaracharya

मनोबुद्ध्यहङ्कार चित्तानि नाहं
  श्रोत्रजिह्वे   घ्राणनेत्रे ।
  व्योम भूमिर्न तेजो  वायुः
चिदानन्दरूपः शिवोऽहम् शिवोऽहम् ॥१॥

mano buddhi ahankara chittani naaham
na cha shrotravjihve na cha ghraana netre
na cha vyoma bhumir na tejo na vaayuhu
chidananda rupah shivo'ham shivo'ham ||1||

I am not the mind, nor the intellect or ego,
 nor the organs of hearing or tasting,
nor the organs of smelling or seeing
I am not the sky, nor earth or fire, nor air
I am the Consciousness, I am Shiva, I am Shiva ||1||

  प्राणसंज्ञो  वै पञ्चवायुः
 वा सप्तधातुः  वा पञ्चकोशः ।
 वाक्पाणिपादं  चोपस्थपायु
चिदानन्दरूपः शिवोऽहम् शिवोऽहम् ॥२॥

na cha prana sangyo na vai pancha vayuhu
na va sapta dhatur na va pancha koshah
na vak pani-padam na chopastha payu
chidananda rupah shivo'ham shivo'ham

I am not the vital force, nor the five vital air,
nor the seven essential ingredient, nor the five sheaths of body
I am not organs of speech, nor the organs of holding, movement or excretion
 I am the Consciousness, I am Shiva, I am Shiva ||2||

 मे द्वेषरागौ  मे लोभमोहौ
मदो नैव मे नैव मात्सर्यभावः ।
 धर्मो  चार्थो  कामो  मोक्षः
चिदानन्दरूपः शिवोऽहम् शिवोऽहम् ॥३॥

na me dvesha ragau na me lobha mohau
na me vai mado naiva matsarya bhavaha
na dharmo na chartho na kamo na mokshaha
chidananda rupah shivo'ham shivo'ham ||3||

I do not have hatred nor attachment, nor greed or Infatuation,
nor I have pride, nor the feeling of jealousy,
I am not within bounds of dharma(righteousness), artha(wealth),
kama(desires), moksha(liberation),
I am the Consciousness, I am Shiva, I am Shiva ||3||

 पुण्यं  पापं  सौख्यं  दुःखं
 मन्त्रो  तीर्थं  वेदा  यज्ञाः ।
अहं भोजनं नैव भोज्यं  भोक्ता
चिदानन्दरूपः शिवोऽहम् शिवोऽहम् ॥४॥

na punyam na papam na saukhyam na duhkham
na mantro na tirtham na veda na yajnah
aham bhojanam naiva bhojyam na bhokta
chidananda rupah shivo'ham shivo'ham ||4||

I am not bound by good deeds, nor bad deeds, nor happiness or sadness,
nor I am bound by sacred hymns, nor religious places, nor vedas or sacrifices,
I am not the Experience (of enjoyment), nor an object to be enjoyed, nor the enjoyer,
I am the Consciousness, I am Shiva, I am Shiva ||4|| 

 मृत्युर्न शङ्का  मे जातिभेदः
पिता नैव मे नैव माता  जन्मः ।
 बन्धुर्न मित्रं गुरुर्नैव शिष्यं
चिदानन्दरूपः शिवोऽहम् शिवोऽहम् ॥५॥

na me mrtyu shanka na mejati bhedaha
pita naiva me naiva mataa na janmaha
na bandhur na mitram gurur naiva shishyaha
chidananda rupah shivo'ham shivo'ham

I am not bound  by death and it's fear, nor by the caste or creed
I do not have father nor mother, nor do I have birth
I do not have relations or friends, nor guru or disciples,
I am the Consciousness, I am Shiva, I am Shiva ||5||

अहं निर्विकल्पो निराकाररूपो
विभुत्वाच्च सर्वत्र सर्वेन्द्रियाणाम् ।
 चासङ्गतं नैव मुक्तिर्न मेयः
चिदानन्दरूपः शिवोऽहम् शिवोऽहम् ॥६॥

aham nirvikalpo nirakara rupo
vibhut vatcha sarvatra sarvendriyanam
na cha sangatham naiva muktir na meyaha
chidananda rupah shivo'ham shivo'ham ||6||

I am without any variations nor do I have forms,
I am omnipresent, I am present everywhere, pervading all senses,
I do not get attached to anything, nor get freed from anything,
I am the Consciousness, I am Shiva, I am Shiva ||6||

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Awakening the Self: A Journey through Nirvana Shatakam

Introduction: Embark on a transformative journey of self-realization with Nirvana Shatakam, a profound composition by Adi Shankaracharya. In these six verses, the stotra delves into the essence of Advaita Vedanta, guiding us to recognize that our true nature is Shiva—the universal consciousness. Join us as we explore the depths of these verses, each peeling away layers of illusion to reveal the unbound essence within.

Verse 1: In the opening verse, the seeker negates identification with the mind, intellect, and sensory organs, emphasizing the realization that the true self is not confined to the physical or mental realm. The verse echoes the profound truth—I am Consciousness, I am Shiva, a declaration that sets the tone for self-discovery.

Verse 2: Continuing the introspective journey, the second verse negates identification with the vital forces, bodily sheaths, and various physiological functions. By proclaiming, "I am Consciousness, I am Shiva," the seeker transcends the limitations of the physical body, moving closer to the essence of universal consciousness.

Verse 3: The third verse negates emotional entanglements, societal roles, and desires. By disassociating from attachments and worldly pursuits, the seeker declares, "I am Consciousness, I am Shiva," emphasizing the detachment needed for spiritual awakening.

Verse 4: Moving beyond the dichotomy of good and bad deeds, joy and sorrow, the fourth verse negates external rituals and material pursuits. The seeker recognizes the self as beyond the experiences of enjoyment and the roles of an object or subject, affirming, "I am Consciousness, I am Shiva."

Verse 5: The fifth verse pierces through the illusions of mortality, social identities, and familial ties. By declaring independence from birth, death, and relationships, the seeker proclaims, "I am Consciousness, I am Shiva," embodying the timeless and formless nature of the true self.

Verse 6: In the final verse, the seeker transcends all forms and variations, realizing omnipresence and the pervading essence in all things. The declaration, "I am Consciousness, I am Shiva," resonates as a celebration of universal oneness, where attachment and liberation lose their hold.

Conclusion: As we conclude our exploration of Nirvana Shatakam, the verses echo the timeless wisdom of realizing the self as the universal consciousness—Shiva. Each proclamation, "I am Consciousness, I am Shiva," serves as a beacon of enlightenment, guiding us towards a profound understanding of our true, unbound nature. May the essence of these verses inspire a journey of self-discovery, awakening the Shiva within each seeker.