The Sarvottam Stotra, a revered hymn within the Pushtimarg tradition of Hinduism, is a profound expression of devotion towards Shri Vallabhacharya. Composed by his son, Shri Vitthalnathji, this sacred text comprises 108 divine names that illuminate the transcendental qualities of Shri Vallabhacharya, considered a manifestation of Lord Krishna. This translation aims to offer a deeper understanding of the Sarvottam Stotra, providing insight into its rich spiritual significance and the profound love it embodies. By exploring the meanings behind these sacred names, we hope to make this powerful devotional work more accessible to a wider audience, fostering a greater appreciation for its timeless message.


The one who is free from all worldly duties (prākṛta-dharmān-āśrayam) and embodies all transcendental virtues (aprākṛta-nikhila-dharma-rūpam) as proclaimed by the Vedas (nigama-pratipādyaṃ), to that pure (śuddham), manifest form (sākṛti), I offer my reverence (staumi).

Covered by the darkness of the Kali age (kalikāla-tamaś-channa), even obscuring the vision of the wise (dṛṣṭitvād-viduṣām-api), his divine majesty remains beyond comprehension (saṃpratyaviṣayas-tasya), and his greatness became veiled on earth (māhātmyaṃ samabhūd bhuvi).

With compassion (dayayā), Shri Hari (hariḥ) desired to reveal His own divine majesty (nija-māhātmyaṃ kariṣyan prakaṭaṃ). Through His word (vānyā yadā tadā), He manifested His own countenance (svāsyaṃ prādurbhūtaṃ cakāra hi).

Though his teachings (taduktam-api) may be challenging to grasp (durbodhaṃ), they will become easily understood (subodhaṃ syād-yathā tathā). These 108 sacred names (tannāmāṣṭottara-śataṃ) will remove all sins (pravakṣyāmy-akhilāgha-hṛt).

The application (viniyogo) of Bhakti Yoga (bhaktiyogaḥ) is intended to remove obstacles (pratibandha-vināśane). Through it, one tastes the nectar of Shri Krishna (kṛṣṇādharāmṛtāsvāda), and success is certain without doubt (siddhir-atra na saṃśayaḥ).

He is bliss personified (ānandaḥ), the embodiment of supreme bliss (paramānandaḥ). The divine countenance of Shri Krishna (śrīkṛṣṇāsyaṃ) is an ocean of grace (kṛpānidhiḥ). With a deep commitment to uplifting divine souls (daivoddhāra-prayatn-ātmā), merely remembering Him dispels all suffering (smṛtimātrārti-nāśanaḥ).

Dedicated to illuminating the hidden meanings of the Shrimad Bhagavatam (śrībhāgavata-gūḍhārtha-prakāśana-parāyaṇaḥ), Shri Vallabhacharya established the doctrine of Brahman's manifest form (sākāra-brahmavādai-ka-sthāpako) and is a master of the inner essence of the Vedas (vedapāragaḥ).

The refuter of the doctrine of illusion (māyāvāda-nirākartā) and vanquisher of all opposing philosophies (sarva-vādi-nirāsa-kṛt), he is the radiant sun of the lotus-like path of devotion (bhakti-mārga-abja-mārtaṇḍaḥ). Shri Vallabhacharya is capable of uplifting women, lower castes, and all beings (strīśūdrādy-uddhṛti-kṣamaḥ).

Accepted by the beloved Lord of the gopīs (aṅgīkṛtyaiva gopīśa-vallabhī-kṛta-mānavaḥ), Shri Vallabhacharya was manifested in human form. He established norms of acceptance (aṅgīkṛtau samaryādo) and is known as the great compassionate one and supreme being (mahā-kāruṇiko vibhuḥ).

Skilled in bestowing the unattainable (adeya-dāna-dakṣaś-ca), marked by boundless generosity (mahodāra-caritravān), he mystifies through worldly appearances (prākṛta-ānukṛti-vyāja) and confounds those with demonic tendencies (mohitāsura-mānuṣaḥ).

Known as Vaishvanara and Vallabh (vaiśvānaro vallabhākhyaḥ), he possesses a pure form that benefits the virtuous (sad-rūpo hita-kṛt-satām). He instructs humanity in Krishna devotion (jana-śikṣā-kṛte kṛṣṇa-bhakti-kṛd) and fulfills all worthy desires (nikhil-īṣṭa-daḥ).

Endowed with all divine qualities (sarva-lakṣaṇa-saṃpannaḥ), he is the Guru who imparts the knowledge of Shri Krishna (śrī-kṛṣṇa-jñānado guruḥ). Immersed in his own blissful nature (svānanda-tundilaḥ), his eyes are expansive like lotus petals (padma-dalāyata-vilocanaḥ).

Rejoiced by his compassionate gaze (kṛpā-dṛg-vṛṣṭi-saṃhṛṣṭaḥ), he is the beloved Lord of his devotees (dāsa-dāsī-priyaḥ patiḥ). His wrathful glance burns away the enemies of his devotees (roṣa-dṛk-pāta-saṃpluṣṭaḥ), and he is served with devotion by his followers (bhakta-dviṭ bhakta-sevitaḥ).

Easily served by the devoted (sukha-sevyo), yet difficult to attain for the undevoted (durārādhyo), his lotus feet are exceedingly rare to reach (durlabhāṅghri-saroruhaḥ). Shri Vallabhacharya possesses fierce potency (ugra-pratāpo), and his nectar-like speech satiates all his servants (vāk-sīdhu-pūrita-śeṣa-sevakaḥ).

Capable of churning the ocean of nectar that is the Shrimad Bhagavatam (śrī-bhāgavata-pīyūṣa-samudra-mathana-kṣamaḥ), his divine form is filled with the essence of the Rasa Lila, embodying the emotion (bhava) of the Gopis (tat-sāra-bhūta-rāsa-strī-bhāva-pūrita-vigrahaḥ).

By his mere presence (sān-nidhya-mātra-datta), Shri Vallabhacharya grants love for Shri Krishna (śrī-kṛṣṇa-premā). He bestows liberation (vimukti-daḥ), dedicates himself to the Rasa Lila (rāsa-līlaika-tātparyaḥ), and compassionately shares its divine narrative (kṛpayaitat-kathā-pradaḥ).

He imparts the experience of the blissful pangs of separation from Shri Krishna (virahānubhavai-kārtha) and advocates complete renunciation (sarvatyāgo-padeśakaḥ). As a teacher of devotion's conduct (bhakty-ācāro-padeṣṭā ca), he is also a proponent of the loving path of action (karma-mārga-pravartakaḥ).

Shri Vallabhacharya teaches that sacrifices and other Vedic practices (yāgādau) serve as means for devotion (bhakti-mārgeka-sādhanatvo-padeśakaḥ). Overflowing with bliss (pūrṇānandaḥ), he fulfills all desires (pūrṇa-kāmo) and is the master of eloquence and the Lord of the wise (vāk-patiḥ vibudheśvaraḥ).

As a reciter of Shri Krishna's thousand names (kṛṣṇa-nāma-sahasrasya-vaktā), Shri Vallabhacharya dedicated himself to his devotees (bhakta-parāyaṇaḥ). He elucidated the essence of devotion through various teachings (bhakty-ācāro-padeśārtha-nānā-vākya-nirūpakaḥ).

Relinquishing all that was not conducive to devotion (svārtho-jjhitākhila), he became beloved of perfected souls (prāṇa-priyas-tādṛśa veṣṭitaḥ). Shri Vallabhacharya performed spiritual practices for his followers' benefit (sva-dāsārtha-kṛtāśeṣa sādhanaḥ) and possesses boundless powers (sarva-śakti-dhṛk).

To propagate devotion in the world (bhuvi bhakti pracāra-eka-kṛte), Shri Vallabhacharya established his own lineage (svān-vaya-kṛt-pitā). He instilled glory within his lineage (sva-māhātmyaḥ) and dispels arrogance (smaya-apahaḥ).

As the Lord of the devoted (pati-vratā-patiḥ), he bestows both divine and worldly gifts (pāra-laukika-aihika-dāna-kṛt). His heart is deeply hidden (nigūḍha-hṛdayo), and he reveals his inner purpose only to his single-minded devotees (ananya-bhakteṣu jñāpita-āśayaḥ).

He dispels the delusion caused by bewilderment in diverse spiritual paths (upāsanādi-mārga-ati-mugdha-moha-nivārakaḥ) and grants realization of the unique essence of the path of devotion (bhakti-mārge sarva-mārga-vailakṣaṇyānubhūti-kṛt).

As a teacher of a unique path of surrender (pṛthak-śaraṇa-mārga-upadeṣṭā), he is the knower of Shri Krishna's innermost heart (śrī-kṛṣṇa-hṛd-vit). Shri Vallabhacharya is perpetually imbued with the nectar of Krishna's grove pastimes (prati-kṣaṇa-nikuñja-stha-līlā-rasa-supūritaḥ).

Captivated by the divine narratives of Shri Krishna (tat-kathā-kṣipta-cittaḥ), transcending all worldly concerns (tad-vismṛta-ānyo), Shri Vallabhacharya cherished Vraja as a divine realm (vraja-priyaḥ). His residence in Vraja was filled with joy (priya-vraja-sthitiḥ). He created divine grace-bestowing pastimes (puṣṭi-līlā-kartā) and relished the bliss of seclusion (rahaḥ-priyaḥ).

Shri Vallabhacharya fulfills the desires of his devotees (bhakt-ecc̣hā-pūrakaḥ). His divine play is beyond human comprehension and enthrallingly captivating (sarva-ajñāta-līlo'ti-mohanaḥ). Detached from all else but his followers (sarvā-sakto bhaktamātra-asakto), he is the redeemer of the fallen (patitapāvanaḥ).

He resides within the lotus hearts of devotees rejoicing in his glories (sva-yaśo-gāna-saṃhṛṣṭa hṛdayāmbhoja-viṣṭaraḥ). His nectar-like renown inundates every sentiment, transcending worldly emotions (yaśaḥ-pīyūṣa-laharī-plāvita-anya-rasaḥ paraḥ).

Shri Vallabhacharya drenches all beings with the blissful nectar of Shri Krishna’s pastimes (līlā-amṛta-rasārdra-ārdra). He resides near Govardhan Hill (govardhana-sthiti-utsāhaḥ) with boundless zeal, and his heart is filled with ecstatic love for Shri Krishna’s divine play (tat-līlā-prema-pūritaḥ).

Shri Vallabhacharya is the enjoyer and performer of Vedic sacrifices (yajña-bhoktā yajña-kartā). He is proficient in the four aims of life (catur-varga-viśāradaḥ). His vow is truthful, and he transcends the three material qualities (satya-pratijña-tri-guṇa-atītaḥ). He possesses profound discernment (naya-viśāradaḥ).

He propagated his own glory (svakīrti-vardhanaḥ) and composed a commentary on the Brahma Sutras (tattva-sūtra-bhāṣya-pradarśakaḥ). He is the fire that destroys the false doctrines of Mayavada (māyāvāda-ākhya-tūlāgniḥ) and elucidated the principles of Brahmavada, where all is Krishna and none other (brahma-vāda-nirūpakaḥ).

Shri Vallabhacharya is adorned with transcendental ornaments (aprākṛta-akhila-ākalpa-bhūṣitaḥ). He bears a natural and radiant smile (sahaja-smitaḥ) and is the adornment of the three realms (tri-lokī-bhūṣaṇam). He embodies the world's auspiciousness (bhūmi-bhāgyam) and is naturally beautiful (sahaja-sundaraḥ).

All devotees aspire for the dust of Shri Vallabhacharya’s lotus feet (aśeṣa-bhakta-samprārthya-caraṇābja-raja-dhanaḥ). From an ocean of bliss, his divine glories manifest through these 108 transcendent names (ity-ānanda-nidheḥ proktaṃ nāmnām aṣṭottaraṃ śatam).

Whoever recites these divine names of Shri Vallabhacharya with unwavering faith (śraddhā-viśuddha-buddhir-yaḥ), purified intellect, and regularly (paṭhaty-anudinaṃ janaḥ) achieves realization and eternal liberation (siddhi-muktāṃ) without any doubt (asaṃśayam).

If the grace-bestowing form of Shri Krishna is not realized (tad-aprāptau vṛthā mokṣas), even liberation becomes futile. Attaining Shri Krishna (tad-āptau tadgata-arthatā) brings complete fulfillment. Therefore, this supreme hymn (ataḥ sarvottamaṃ stotraṃ) is meant for those who seek the divine nectar of Krishna (japyaṃ kṛṣṇa-rasa-ārthibhiḥ).