Sri Vishnu Ashtottara Sata Namavali
Sri Vishnu Ashtottara Sata Namavali
zrI viSNu aSTottara zata nAmAvali
OM viSNave namaH |
OM jiSNave namaH |
OM vaSaTkArAya namaH |
OM devadevAya namaH |
OM vRSAkapaye namaH [OM vRSApataye namaH] |
OM dAmodarAya namaH |
OM dInabandhave namaH |
OM AdidevAya namaH |
OM aditestutAya namaH |
OM puNDarIkAya namaH (10)
OM parAnandAya namaH |
OM paramAtmane namaH |
OM parAtparAya namaH |
OM parazudhAriNe namaH |
OM vizvAtmane namaH |
OM kRSNAya namaH |
OM kalimalApahAriNe namaH |
OM kaustubhodbhAsitoraskAya namaH |
OM narAya namaH |
OM nArAyaNAya namaH (20)
OM haraye namaH |
OM harAya namaH |
OM harapriyAya namaH |
OM svAmine namaH |
OM vaikuNThAya namaH |
OM vizvatomukhAya namaH |
OM hRSIkezAya namaH |
OM aprameyAtmane namaH |
OM varAhAya namaH |
OM dharaNIdharAya namaH (30)
OM vAmanAya namaH |
OM vedavaktAya namaH |
OM vAsudevAya namaH |
OM sanAtanAya namaH |
OM rAmAya namaH |
OM virAmAya namaH |
OM virajAya namaH |
OM rAvaNAraye namaH |
OM ramApataye namaH |
OM vaikuNThavAsine namaH (40)
OM vasumate namaH |
OM dhanadAya namaH |
OM dharaNIdharAya namaH |
OM dharmezAya namaH |
OM dharaNInAthAya namaH |
OM dhyeyAya namaH |
OM dharmabhRtAMvarAya namaH |
OM sahasrazIrSAya namaH |
OM puruSAya namaH |
OM sahasrAkSAya namaH (50)
OM sahasrapAde namaH |
OM sarvagAya namaH [OM sarvadAya namaH] |
OM sarvavide namaH |
OM sarvAya namaH |
OM zaraNyAya namaH |
OM sAdhuvallabhAya namaH |
OM kausalyAnandanAya namaH |
OM zrImate namaH |
OM rakSasaHkulanAzakAya namaH |
OM jagatkartAya namaH (60)
OM jagaddhartAya namaH |
OM jagajjetAya namaH |
OM janArtiharAya namaH |
OM jAnakIvallabhAya namaH |
OM devAya namaH |
OM jayarUpAya namaH |
OM jalezvarAya namaH |
OM kSIrAbdhivAsine namaH |
OM kSIrAbdhitanayAvallabhAya namaH |
OM zeSazAyine namaH (70)
OM pannagArivAhanAya namaH |
OM viSTarazravase namaH |
OM mAdhavAya namaH |
OM mathurAnAthAya namaH |
OM mukundAya namaH |
OM mohanAzanAya namaH |
OM daityAriNe namaH |
OM puNDarIkAkSAya namaH |
OM acyutAya namaH |
OM madhusUdanAya namaH (80)
OM somasUryAgninayanAya namaH |
OM nRsiMhAya namaH |
OM bhaktavatsalAya namaH |
OM nityAya namaH |
OM nirAmayAya namaH |
OM zuddhAya namaH |
OM varadevAya namaH [OM naradevAya namaH] |
OM jagatprabhave namaH |
OM hayagrIvAya namaH |
OM jitaripave namaH (90)
OM upendrAya namaH |
OM rukmiNIpataye namaH |
OM sarvadevamayAya namaH |
OM zrIzAya namaH |
OM sarvAdhArAya namaH |
OM sanAtanAya namaH |
OM saumyAya namaH |
OM saumyapradAya namaH |
OM sraSTe namaH |
OM viSvaksenAya namaH (100)
OM janArdanAya namaH |
OM yazodAtanayAya namaH |
OM yogine namaH |
OM yogazAstraparAyaNAya namaH |
OM rudrAtmakAya namaH |
OM rudramUrtaye namaH |
OM rAghavAya namaH |
OM madhusUdanAya namaH [OM rudrasUdanAya namaH] (108)
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About This Stotram
Sri Vishnu Ashtottara Sata Namavali
Sanskrit Title: श्री विष्णु अष्टोत्तर शत नामावलि
IAST Transliteration:
Overview
The Sri Vishnu Ashtottara Sata Namavali is highly significant in Hindu devotional practice. It serves as a powerful tool for meditating on the multifaceted nature of Lord Vishnu, the preserver and sustainer of the universe. Each name (nama) represents a specific attribute, quality, or cosmic function of the deity. By chanting these names, devotees aim to connect with Vishnu's divine essence, invoke his blessings, and purify their minds. The practice is believed to foster devotion (bhakti), lead to spiritual liberation (moksha), and provide worldly well-being. The repetition of the 'nama' with 'namah' (meaning 'I bow to') signifies surrender and reverence.
Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Deity | Lord Vishnu |
| Author | Unknown |
| Type | Namavali |
| Category | Namavali |
| Number of Verses | 108 |
| Origin | The Sri Vishnu Ashtottara Sata Namavali is a collection of 108 names of Lord Vishnu, a common form of devotional literature in Hinduism. While the exact origin of this specific compilation is unknown, Ashtottara Sata Namavalis are generally derived from various Puranas, Upanishads, and other scriptural traditions that enumerate the divine attributes and epithets of a particular deity. These namavalis are often found appended to larger works or compiled independently for ease of chanting and meditation. The provided text snippet suggests it is part of a larger collection of spiritual and devotional literature available in multiple Indian languages and scripts, indicating a broad dissemination and popular use. |
Benefits of Recitation
- Attainment of spiritual merit and punya.
- Removal of sins and obstacles.
- Fulfillment of desires and material prosperity.
- Protection from negative energies and evil forces.
- Cultivation of devotion and inner peace.
Best Time to Recite
Morning, evening, during Vishnu puja, Ekadashi, Vaikuntha Ekadashi, and other auspicious occasions related to Lord Vishnu.
Historical Context
Ashtottara Sata Namavalis, including those dedicated to Lord Vishnu, have a long history in Hindu tradition. They are believed to have evolved from earlier enumerations of divine names found in the Vedas and Puranas. While the specific author and date of composition for this particular 'Sri Vishnu Ashtottara Sata Namavali' are unknown, the practice of chanting 108 names is ancient and widespread. These namavalis are integral to the Puranic and Tantric traditions, often recited during temple rituals, domestic worship, and personal meditative practices. Their popularity stems from their accessibility and efficacy in devotional chanting.
Alternate Names
- Sri Vishnu Sahasranama Namavali (though this is a shorter, 108-name version, it's often colloquially referred to)
- Vishnu Namavali
Related Stotrams
- Sri Vishnu Sahasranama Stotram
- Narayana Ashtottara Sata Namavali
- Venkateswara Ashtottara Sata Namavali
Last Updated: 2025-12-01