The word "Bhaktamar" comes from a combination of two Sanskrit words: Bhakta (Devotee) and Amar (Immortal). According to Jain tradition, Acharya Manatunga was chained and imprisoned in 48 dark dungeons by King Bhoja. In deep devotion, the Acharya composed the 48 verses of the Bhaktamar Stotra.
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The total number of verses (44 or 48) is the same, but they are split across two tracks for convenience: Part 1 (23:57) and Part 2 (24:22).
Anuradha Paudwal, a recipient of the Padma Shri and one of India's most celebrated devotional singers, has recorded a version of the Bhaktamar Stotra that has become a staple in Jain households.
Anuradha Paudwal, a recipient of the Padma Shri and multiple Filmfare Awards, transitioned from mainstream Bollywood playback singing to devotional music in the 1990s. Her recording of the Bhaktamar Stotra is highly sought after for several reasons:
