Eka Sloki Bhagavata

by Swami Sivananda

Shyam Shyam Jaya Jaya Jaya Shyam
Shyam Shyam Jaya Radheshyam
Krishna Krishna Jaya Jaya Jaya Shyam
Krishna Krishna Jaya Radheshyam
Om Namo Bhagavate Jaya Jaya Shyam
Vasudevaya Radheshyam
Lord Krishna was born Jaya Jaya Shyam
To destroy Kamsa Radheshyam
And all other Asuras Jaya Jaya Shyam
And to establish Dharma Radheshyam
He killed Pootana Jaya Jaya Shyam
And Trinavarta, Vatsasura Radheshyam
He killed also Jaya Jaya Shyam
Bakasura Aghasura Radheshyam
He lifted Govardhan Jaya Jaya Shyam
And did Raslila Radheshyam
He killed Sankhachuda Jaya Jaya Shyam
And Kesi and Vyoma Radheshyam
He made Kubja straight Jaya Jaya Shyam
And killed Kuvalayapeeda Radheshyam
He wrestled with Chanura Jaya Jaya Shyam
And killed him too Radheshyam
He killed Panchajana Jaya Jaya Shyam
And blessed Muchukunda Radheshyam
He married Rukmini Jaya Jaya Shyam
And Satyabhama too Radheshyam
He married also Jaya Jaya Shyam
Kalindi, Mitravinda Radheshyam
He killed Narakasura Jaya Jaya Shyam
And cut Bana’s arms Radheshyam
He killed Sisupala Jaya Jaya Shyam
Salva and Dantavakra Radheshyam
He blessed Kuchela Jaya Jaya Shyam
His old friend Radheshyam
He instructed Uddhava Jaya Jaya Shyam
In Bhakti and Jnana Radheshyam
He said to Uddhava Jaya Jaya Shyam
This world is unreal Radheshyam
Look on all beings Jaya Jaya Shyam
With equal eyes Radheshyam
Abandon egoism Jaya Jaya Shyam
Control mind and senses Radheshyam
Discharge your duties Jaya Jaya Shyam
Meditate on the Truth Radheshyam
Fix your mind on Me Jaya Jaya Shyam
Practise Yama, Niyama Radheshyam
Serve the Preceptor Jaya Jaya Shyam
Free yourself from pride Radheshyam
Don’t find fault with any Jaya Jaya Shyam
Be indifferent to wealth Radheshyam
Feel that Atman Jaya Jaya Shyam
Is separate from the body Radheshyam
See Brahman everywhere Jaya Jaya Shyam
Remove Dehadhyasa Radheshyam
Do good to all Jaya Jaya Shyam
Take refuge in Me Radheshyam
Do Japa, Kirtan Jaya Jaya Shyam
Meditate on Me Radheshyam
He who studies Jaya Jaya Shyam
Eka Sloki Bhagavata Radheshyam
Will attain peace, wealth Jaya Jaya Shyam
Bhakti, Mukti Radheshyam
Om Namo Bhagavate Jaya Jaya Shyam
Vasudevaya Radheshyam
Shyam Shyam Jaya Jaya Jaya Shyam
Shyam Shyam Jaya Radheshyam
Krishna Krishna Jaya Jaya Jaya Shyam
Krishna Krishna Jaya Radheshyam

The Timeless Wisdom of Eka Sloki Bhagavata

Eka Sloki Bhagavata is a concise yet profound summary of the essence of the Bhagavata Purana. Though expressed in a single verse, it beautifully captures the complete journey of Lord Krishna’s divine life, from His miraculous birth to His glorious pastimes and ultimate spiritual message. For sincere seekers, this sacred verse serves as a gateway to understanding the deeper teachings of Bhakti Yoga and the eternal relationship between the individual soul and the Supreme Lord. Swami Sivananda often emphasized that even a single verse, when contemplated with devotion and faith, has the power to transform the heart and awaken spiritual consciousness.

The beauty of Eka Sloki Bhagavata lies in its simplicity and depth. It reminds devotees that the divine play of Lord Krishna is not merely historical but an eternal source of inspiration for every spiritual aspirant. By remembering the events described in this sacred verse, the mind gradually becomes purified, devotion increases, and inner peace naturally arises. Daily recitation with concentration helps cultivate humility, surrender, and unwavering faith in God’s divine will. Devotional India encourages sincere aspirants to study such timeless spiritual treasures as part of their regular practice.

According to the teachings of Swami Sivananda, spiritual progress is achieved through constant remembrance of God, selfless service, prayer, and meditation. Eka Sloki Bhagavata perfectly supports this path by allowing devotees to keep the divine form and activities of Lord Krishna alive in their hearts throughout the day. Even those with limited time can benefit immensely by chanting this sacred verse with devotion, reflecting upon its meaning, and applying its teachings in everyday life.

The practice of repeating Eka Sloki Bhagavata develops spiritual awareness and strengthens one’s connection with the Lord. It reminds the seeker that every event in Krishna’s life carries a profound lesson in righteousness, compassion, courage, and divine love. As devotion deepens, worldly anxieties gradually lose their hold, making room for greater serenity and contentment. The verse becomes not only a prayer but also a guide for living a life rooted in truth and spiritual wisdom.

Swami Sivananda taught that scriptures should not only be read but also lived through daily practice and sincere contemplation. Eka Sloki Bhagavata offers an ideal opportunity for this spiritual discipline because it condenses the vast teachings of the Bhagavata into a form that is easy to remember and meditate upon. Whether recited during morning prayers, evening worship, or silent meditation, it continually inspires the devotee to walk the path of divine love and self-realization.

The spiritual heritage preserved by the saints continues to illuminate countless lives across generations. Through regular study, chanting, and meditation, seekers gradually experience the peace that arises from devotion to the Supreme. Devotional India remains dedicated to sharing such sacred teachings so that aspirants everywhere may discover the timeless wisdom, unwavering faith, and divine inspiration contained within Eka Sloki Bhagavata.