Sri Vishnu Ashtottara Sata Namavali
Sri Vishnu Ashtottara Sata Namavali
Sri Vishnu Ashtottara Sata Namavali
śrī viṣṇu aṣṭottara śata nāmāvali
oṃ viṣṇave namaḥ |
oṃ jiṣṇave namaḥ |
oṃ vaṣaṭkārāya namaḥ |
oṃ devadevāya namaḥ |
oṃ vṛṣākapaye namaḥ [oṃ vṛṣāpataye namaḥ] |
oṃ dāmodarāya namaḥ |
oṃ dīnabandhave namaḥ |
oṃ ādidevāya namaḥ |
oṃ aditestutāya namaḥ |
oṃ puṇḍarīkāya namaḥ (10)
oṃ parānandāya namaḥ |
oṃ paramātmane namaḥ |
oṃ parātparāya namaḥ |
oṃ paraśudhāriṇe namaḥ |
oṃ viśvātmane namaḥ |
oṃ kṛṣṇāya namaḥ |
oṃ kalimalāpahāriṇe namaḥ |
oṃ kaustubhodbhāsitoraskāya namaḥ |
oṃ narāya namaḥ |
oṃ nārāyaṇāya namaḥ (20)
oṃ haraye namaḥ |
oṃ harāya namaḥ |
oṃ harapriyāya namaḥ |
oṃ svāmine namaḥ |
oṃ vaikuṇṭhāya namaḥ |
oṃ viśvatomukhāya namaḥ |
oṃ hṛṣīkeśāya namaḥ |
oṃ aprameyātmane namaḥ |
oṃ varāhāya namaḥ |
oṃ dharaṇīdharāya namaḥ (30)
oṃ vāmanāya namaḥ |
oṃ vedavaktāya namaḥ |
oṃ vāsudevāya namaḥ |
oṃ sanātanāya namaḥ |
oṃ rāmāya namaḥ |
oṃ virāmāya namaḥ |
oṃ virajāya namaḥ |
oṃ rāvaṇāraye namaḥ |
oṃ ramāpataye namaḥ |
oṃ vaikuṇṭhavāsine namaḥ (40)
oṃ vasumate namaḥ |
oṃ dhanadāya namaḥ |
oṃ dharaṇīdharāya namaḥ |
oṃ dharmeśāya namaḥ |
oṃ dharaṇīnāthāya namaḥ |
oṃ dhyeyāya namaḥ |
oṃ dharmabhṛtāṃvarāya namaḥ |
oṃ sahasraśīrṣāya namaḥ |
oṃ puruṣāya namaḥ |
oṃ sahasrākṣāya namaḥ (50)
oṃ sahasrapāde namaḥ |
oṃ sarvagāya namaḥ [oṃ sarvadāya namaḥ] |
oṃ sarvavide namaḥ |
oṃ sarvāya namaḥ |
oṃ śaraṇyāya namaḥ |
oṃ sādhuvallabhāya namaḥ |
oṃ kausalyānandanāya namaḥ |
oṃ śrīmate namaḥ |
oṃ rakṣasaḥkulanāśakāya namaḥ |
oṃ jagatkartāya namaḥ (60)
oṃ jagaddhartāya namaḥ |
oṃ jagajjetāya namaḥ |
oṃ janārtiharāya namaḥ |
oṃ jānakīvallabhāya namaḥ |
oṃ devāya namaḥ |
oṃ jayarūpāya namaḥ |
oṃ jaleśvarāya namaḥ |
oṃ kṣīrābdhivāsine namaḥ |
oṃ kṣīrābdhitanayāvallabhāya namaḥ |
oṃ śeṣaśāyine namaḥ (70)
oṃ pannagārivāhanāya namaḥ |
oṃ viṣṭaraśravase namaḥ |
oṃ mādhavāya namaḥ |
oṃ mathurānāthāya namaḥ |
oṃ mukundāya namaḥ |
oṃ mohanāśanāya namaḥ |
oṃ daityāriṇe namaḥ |
oṃ puṇḍarīkākṣāya namaḥ |
oṃ acyutāya namaḥ |
oṃ madhusūdanāya namaḥ (80)
oṃ somasūryāgninayanāya namaḥ |
oṃ nṛsiṃhāya namaḥ |
oṃ bhaktavatsalāya namaḥ |
oṃ nityāya namaḥ |
oṃ nirāmayāya namaḥ |
oṃ śuddhāya namaḥ |
oṃ varadevāya namaḥ [oṃ naradevāya namaḥ] |
oṃ jagatprabhave namaḥ |
oṃ hayagrīvāya namaḥ |
oṃ jitaripave namaḥ (90)
oṃ upendrāya namaḥ |
oṃ rukmiṇīpataye namaḥ |
oṃ sarvadevamayāya namaḥ |
oṃ śrīśāya namaḥ |
oṃ sarvādhārāya namaḥ |
oṃ sanātanāya namaḥ |
oṃ saumyāya namaḥ |
oṃ saumyapradāya namaḥ |
oṃ sraṣṭe namaḥ |
oṃ viṣvaksenāya namaḥ (100)
oṃ janārdanāya namaḥ |
oṃ yaśodātanayāya namaḥ |
oṃ yogine namaḥ |
oṃ yogaśāstraparāyaṇāya namaḥ |
oṃ rudrātmakāya namaḥ |
oṃ rudramūrtaye namaḥ |
oṃ rāghavāya namaḥ |
oṃ madhusūdanāya namaḥ [oṃ rudrasūdanāya namaḥ] (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