Totakashtakam – Hymn to Adi Shankaracharya



“Totakashtakam – A devotional hymn composed by Totakacharya in praise of his Guru, Adi Shankaracharya. Full English lyrics with meaning.”

Composed by disciple Totakacharya

Lyrics (English Transliteration – Opening Verses):

Viditākhila Śāstra Sudhājala Dhiṁ
Vimalādhi Gatiṁ Vihitopaniṣat Kartāram |
Guruṁ Akhiladarśita Mārga Dhiṁ
Bhajē Śaṅkaradeśika Meva Chaturbhujam || 1 ||

Śaṅkaram Śaṅkarāchāryam
Keśavam Bādarāyaṇam |
Sūtrabhāṣyakṛtau Vande
Bhagavantau Punah Punah || 2 ||


Meaning (Simple):

This hymn is a disciple’s praise to Guru Adi Shankaracharya, describing him as the one who clarified all scriptures and showed the path of truth.

It expresses deep gratitude and devotion to the teacher.









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