aishvaryam yatprasadena saubhagyarogyasampadah। shatruhanih paro mokshah stuyate sa na kim janaih॥14॥
About the Kilaka Stotram
The Kilaka Stotram — a preliminary hymn (anga) that acts as the "key" (kilaka) unlocking the power of the Durga Saptashati.
Meaning
The hymn praises Shiva and the Goddess and reveals how reciting the Saptashati removes the "kilaka" (lock) so that the chant bears its full fruit.
Benefits
Recited together with Argala and Kavacha before the Chandi Path to ensure complete success, protection and blessings from the recitation.
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