Sri Bhadrakali Ashtottara Sata Namavali
Sri Bhadrakali Ashtottara Sata Namavali
zrI bhadrakAlI aSTottara zata nAmAvaliH
OM bhadrakAlyai namaH |
OM kAmarUpAyai namaH |
OM mahAvidyAyai namaH |
OM yazasvinyai namaH |
OM mahAzrayAyai namaH |
OM mahAbhAgAyai namaH |
OM dakSayAgavibhedinyai namaH |
OM rudrakopasamudbhUtAyai namaH |
OM bhadrAyai namaH |
OM mudrAyai namaH | 10 |
OM zivaGkaryai namaH |
OM candrikAyai namaH |
OM candravadanAyai namaH |
OM roSatAmrAkSazobhinyai namaH |
OM indrAdidamanyai namaH |
OM zAntAyai namaH |
OM candralekhAvibhUSitAyai namaH |
OM bhaktArtihAriNyai namaH |
OM muktAyai namaH |
OM caNDikAnandadAyinyai namaH | 20 |
OM saudAminyai namaH |
OM sudhAmUrtyai namaH |
OM divyAlaGkArabhUSitAyai namaH |
OM suvAsinyai namaH |
OM sunAsAyai namaH |
OM trikAlajJAyai namaH |
OM dhurandharAyai namaH | 27
OM sarvajJAyai namaH |
OM sarvalokezyai namaH |
OM devayonaye namaH | 30 |
OM ayonijAyai namaH |
OM nirguNAyai namaH |
OM nirahaGkArAyai namaH |
OM lokakalyANakAriNyai namaH |
OM sarvalokapriyAyai namaH |
OM gauryai namaH |
OM sarvagarvavimardinyai namaH |
OM tejovatyai namaH |
OM mahAmAtre namaH |
OM koTisUryasamaprabhAyai namaH | 40 |
OM vIrabhadrakRtAnandabhoginyai namaH |
OM vIrasevitAyai namaH |
OM nAradAdimunistutyAyai namaH |
OM nityAyai namaH |
OM satyAyai namaH |
OM tapasvinyai namaH |
OM jJAnarUpAyai namaH |
OM kalAtItAyai namaH |
OM bhaktAbhISTaphalapradAyai namaH |
OM kailAsanilayAyai namaH | 50 |
OM zubhrAyai namaH |
OM kSamAyai namaH |
OM zriyai namaH |
OM sarvamaGgalAyai namaH |
OM siddhavidyAyai namaH |
OM mahAzaktyai namaH |
OM kAminyai namaH |
OM padmalocanAyai namaH |
OM devapriyAyai namaH |
OM daityahantryai namaH | 60 |
OM dakSagarvApahAriNyai namaH |
OM zivazAsanakartryai namaH |
OM zaivAnandavidhAyinyai namaH |
OM bhavapAzanihantryai namaH |
OM savanAGgasukAriNyai namaH |
OM lambodaryai namaH |
OM mahAkAlyai namaH |
OM bhISaNAsyAyai namaH |
OM surezvaryai namaH |
OM mahAnidrAyai namaH | 70 |
OM yoganidrAyai namaH |
OM prajJAyai namaH |
OM vArtAyai namaH |
OM kriyAvatyai namaH |
OM putrapautrapradAyai namaH |
OM sAdhvyai namaH |
OM senAyuddhasukAGkSiNyai namaH |
OM zambhave icchAyai namaH |
OM kRpAsindhave namaH |
OM caNDyai namaH | 80 |
OM caNDaparAkramAyai namaH |
OM zobhAyai namaH |
OM bhagavatyai namaH |
OM mAyAyai namaH |
OM durgAyai namaH |
OM nIlAyai namaH |
OM manogatyai namaH |
OM khecaryai namaH |
OM khaDginyai namaH |
OM cakrahastAyai namaH | 90
OM zUlavidhAriNyai namaH |
OM subANAyai namaH |
OM zaktihastAyai namaH |
OM pAdasaJcAriNyai namaH |
OM parAyai namaH |
OM tapaHsiddhipradAyai namaH |
OM devyai namaH |
OM vIrabhadrasahAyinyai namaH |
OM dhanadhAnyakaryai namaH |
OM vizvAyai namaH | 100 |
OM manomAlinyahAriNyai namaH |
OM sunakSatrodbhavakaryai namaH |
OM vaMzavRddhipradAyinyai namaH |
OM brahmAdisurasaMsevyAyai namaH |
OM zAGkaryai namaH |
OM priyabhASiNyai namaH |
OM bhUtapretapizAcAdihAriNyai namaH |
OM sumanasvinyai namaH |
OM puNyakSetrakRtAvAsAyai namaH |
OM pratyakSaparamezvaryai namaH |
iti zrI bhadrakAlI aSTottarazatanAmAvaliH |
About This Stotram
Sri Bhadrakali Ashtottara Sata Namavali
Sanskrit Title: श्री भद्रकाली अष्टोत्तर शत नामावलिः
IAST Transliteration:
Overview
The Sri Bhadrakali Ashtottara Sata Namavali is a powerful devotional hymn that enumerates 108 sacred names of Goddess Bhadrakali. Bhadrakali is a benevolent and fierce aspect of Goddess Kali, revered for her protective and destructive powers against evil. Reciting these names is believed to invoke her divine presence and blessings. Each name signifies a particular attribute, power, or cosmic function of the Goddess. By chanting these names, devotees aim to connect with her divine energy, seeking her grace for protection, strength, prosperity, and spiritual advancement. The 'Ashtottara Shatanamavali' format, consisting of 108 names, is considered highly auspicious and potent in Hindu devotional practices, as 108 is a sacred number in many traditions.
Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Deity | Bhadrakali |
| Author | Unknown |
| Type | Namavali |
| Category | Namavali |
| Number of Verses | 108 |
| Origin | The origin of the Sri Bhadrakali Ashtottara Sata Namavali is not definitively traced to a single, ancient scripture. Ashtottara Shatanamavalis (lists of 108 names) are common devotional compositions dedicated to various deities across Hindu traditions. These are often compiled and circulated independently or as part of larger Tantric or Puranic texts. While the exact textual origin is unknown, its form and content suggest it belongs to the tradition of Tantric worship of Goddess Kali, specifically her benevolent form, Bhadrakali. Such namavalis are frequently found in Tantric manuals and regional devotional literature. |
Benefits of Recitation
- Protection from negative energies and evil forces
- Attainment of courage and strength
- Removal of obstacles and difficulties
- Fulfillment of desires and aspirations
- Spiritual growth and liberation
Best Time to Recite
Mornings and evenings, especially during Navaratri, Kali Puja, and other auspicious days dedicated to the Goddess. It can also be recited during times of distress or when seeking protection and strength.
Historical Context
Ashtottara Shatanamavalis, including those dedicated to Kali and her various forms like Bhadrakali, have a long history within Hindu devotional and Tantric traditions. While the exact date of composition for this specific namavali is unknown, the worship of Kali and her fierce yet benevolent aspects dates back to ancient times, with significant development during the Puranic and Tantric eras. These hymns were likely composed and disseminated through oral traditions and later compiled in various Tantric texts, Puranas, and regional devotional literature. The emphasis on Bhadrakali suggests a focus on her protective and auspicious qualities, often invoked to ward off negativity and grant well-being. The compilation by 'Vedic Tithi' indicates its inclusion in a broader collection of spiritual literature, suggesting its continued relevance and popularity in contemporary Hindu practice.
Alternate Names
- Sri Bhadrakali 108 Names
- Bhadrakali Ashtottaram
Related Stotrams
- Sri Mahakali Ashtottara Sata Namavali
- Sri Dakshina Kali Ashtottara Sata Namavali
- Sri Kalika Ashtakam
Last Updated: 2025-12-01