Introduction
Every parent dreams of welcoming a healthy, divine, and virtuous child into their life. Among the many sacred chants dedicated to Lord Krishna, the Santan Gopal Mantra holds a special place. This mantra invokes Lord Krishna in his child form—Bal Gopal, and it is believed that sincere chanting of this mantra blesses couples with the joy of parenthood, ensuring a healthy, intelligent, and spiritually inclined child.
If you are longing for the divine blessing of a child or praying for your child’s well-being, chanting the Santan Gopal Mantra can be a profound spiritual journey toward fulfillment.
Meaning and Symbolism of Santan Gopal Mantra
The word “Santan” means child or offspring, and “Gopal” refers to one of the most beloved names of Lord Krishna—his innocent, playful, and loving child form.
By chanting the Santan Gopal Mantra, devotees invoke the divine grace of Lord Krishna to overcome challenges related to conception, pregnancy, and childbirth. The mantra is said to remove both physical and karmic obstacles that hinder the blessing of a child.
Santan Gopal Mantra in Sanskrit:
ॐ देवकीसुत गोविन्द वासुदेव जगत्पते ।
देहि मे तनयं कृष्ण त्वामहं शरणं गतः ॥
Santan Gopal Mantra (English Transliteration):
Meaning:
“O Lord Krishna, son of Vasudeva and Devaki, protector of the universe, I surrender completely unto You. Please bless me with a healthy, virtuous, and beautiful child.”