Lingashtakam
Eight resonant verses in praise of the Shiva Linga — a short, profound hymn for daily Shiva worship.
About Lingashtakam
Lingashtakam (“the eight verses on the Linga”) is a concise and powerful Sanskrit hymn in praise of the Shiva Linga, the sacred symbol of Lord Shiva. Each of its eight verses ends by bowing to “that Sadashiva Linga”.
Its brevity and steady rhythm make it one of the most accessible Shiva hymns, often recited during abhishekam and daily worship of the Linga. Each verse contemplates a different aspect of Shiva's greatness.
Stotradhwani teaches Lingashtakam with simple pronunciation guidance so anyone can learn it quickly and include it in a daily practice.
At a glance
- Composer
- Traditional (attrib. Adi Shankaracharya)
- Source
- Devotional hymn
- Verses
- 8 verses
- Language
- Sanskrit
- Tradition
- Shaiva
Why devotees chant Lingashtakam
- check_circleShort and rhythmic — easy to memorise and chant daily.
- check_circleTraditionally recited during the worship and abhishekam of the Shiva Linga.
- check_circleEach verse is a brief meditation on an aspect of Lord Shiva.
When to chant: It is commonly recited on Mondays, on Pradosham, and during Maha Shivaratri.
Frequently asked questions
What is Lingashtakam?expand_more
Lingashtakam is an eight-verse Sanskrit hymn in praise of the Shiva Linga, the sacred symbol of Lord Shiva. “Ashtakam” means a hymn of eight verses.
When is Lingashtakam chanted?expand_more
It is traditionally recited during the worship of the Shiva Linga, especially on Mondays, Pradosham, and Maha Shivaratri.