Sri Vishnu Sata Namavali (Vishnu Purana)
Sri Vishnu Sata Namavali (Vishnu Purana)
Sri Vishnu Sata Namavali (Vishnu Purana)
shrI viShNu shata nAmAvali (viShNu purANa)
OM vAsudevAya namaH
OM hRRiShIkeshAya namaH
OM vAmanAya namaH
OM jalashAyine namaH
OM janArdanAya namaH
OM haraye namaH
OM kRRiShNAya namaH
OM shrIvakShAya namaH
OM garuDadhvajAya namaH
OM varAhAya namaH (10)
OM puNDarIkAkShAya namaH
OM nRRisiMhAya namaH
OM narakAntakAya namaH
OM avyaktAya namaH
OM shAshvatAya namaH
OM viShNave namaH
OM anantAya namaH
OM ajAya namaH
OM avyayAya namaH
OM nArAyaNAya namaH (20)
OM gavAdhyakShAya namaH
OM govindAya namaH
OM kIrtibhAjanAya namaH
OM govardhanoddharAya namaH
OM devAya namaH
OM bhUdharAya namaH
OM bhuvaneshvarAya namaH
OM vettre namaH
OM yaj~napuruShAya namaH
OM yaj~neshAya namaH (30)
OM yaj~navAhakAya namaH
OM chakrapANaye namaH
OM gadApANaye namaH
OM sha~NkhapANaye namaH
OM narottamAya namaH
OM vaikuNThAya namaH
OM duShTadamanAya namaH
OM bhUgarbhAya namaH
OM pItavAsase namaH
OM trivikramAya namaH (40)
OM trikAlaj~nAya namaH
OM trimUrtaye namaH
OM nandikeshvarAya namaH
OM rAmAya namaH
OM rAmAya namaH
OM hayagrIvAya namaH
OM bhImAya namaH
OM raudrAya namaH
OM bhavodbhayAya namaH
OM shrIpataye namaH (50)
OM shrIdharAya namaH
OM shrIshAya namaH
OM ma~NgalAya namaH
OM ma~NgalAyudhAya namaH
OM dAmodarAya namaH
OM dayopetAya namaH
OM keshavAya namaH
OM keshisUdanAya namaH
OM vareNyAya namaH
OM varadAya namaH (60)
OM viShNave namaH
OM AnandAya namaH
OM vasudevajAya namaH
OM hiraNyaretase namaH
OM dIptAya namaH
OM purANAya namaH
OM puruShottamAya namaH
OM sakalAya namaH
OM niShkalAya namaH
OM shuddhAya namaH (70)
OM nirguNAya namaH
OM guNashAshvatAya namaH
OM hiraNyatanusa~NkAshAya namaH
OM sUryAyutasamaprabhAya namaH
OM meghashyAmAya namaH
OM chaturbAhave namaH
OM kushalAya namaH
OM kamalekShaNAya namaH
OM jyotiShe namaH
OM rUpAya namaH (80)
OM arUpAya namaH
OM svarUpAya namaH
OM rUpasaMsthitAya namaH
OM sarvaj~nAya namaH
OM sarvarUpasthAya namaH
OM sarveshAya namaH
OM sarvatomukhAya namaH
OM j~nAnAya namaH
OM kUTasthAya namaH
OM achalAya namaH (90)
OM j~nAnadAya namaH
OM paramAya namaH
OM prabhave namaH
OM yogIshAya namaH
OM yoganiShNAtAya namaH
OM yogine namaH
OM yogarUpiNe namaH
OM sarvabhUtAnAM IshvarAya namaH
OM bhUtamayAya namaH
OM prabhave namaH (100)
iti viShNushatanAmAvalIssampUrNA
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About This Stotram
Sri Vishnu Sata Namavali (Vishnu Purana)
Sanskrit Title: श्री विष्णु शत नामावलि (विष्णु पुराण)
IAST Transliteration:
Overview
A Namavali, particularly one dedicated to Lord Vishnu, is a powerful devotional tool. It enumerates the divine attributes and names of the Supreme Being, allowing the devotee to meditate on His various forms and glories. Reciting the 'Sri Vishnu Sata Namavali' is believed to invoke the presence and blessings of Lord Vishnu, fostering a deep connection with the divine. Each name represents a facet of Vishnu's cosmic role as the preserver and sustainer of the universe. By chanting these names, devotees aim to purify their minds, accumulate spiritual merit, and receive divine protection and guidance. The association with the Vishnu Purana further enhances its significance, as the Purana itself is a repository of Vishnu's divine exploits and philosophy.
Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Deity | Lord Vishnu |
| Author | Unknown |
| Type | Namavali |
| Category | Namavali |
| Number of Verses | 0 |
| Origin | The provided information states that this stotram is from the 'Vishnu Purana'. However, the Vishnu Purana itself is a major Puranic text and does not typically contain a dedicated section titled 'Sri Vishnu Sata Namavali (Vishnu Purana)' as a distinct chapter or hymn. Namavalis, which are lists of divine names, are often found appended to various Puranas, Upanishads, or compiled independently. It is highly probable that this 'Sri Vishnu Sata Namavali' is a compilation of 100 names of Lord Vishnu, possibly extracted or inspired by the descriptions and epithets found within the Vishnu Purana, or a standalone devotional hymn that has been associated with the Vishnu Purana due to its content. The exact verse count and specific location within the Vishnu Purana are not definitively established by the provided text, suggesting it might be an appended or independently compiled list. |
Benefits of Recitation
- Attains the merit of reciting all Vishnu Sahasranamas.
- Removes sins and obstacles.
- Brings prosperity and well-being.
- Grants divine grace and protection.
- Leads to spiritual liberation (Moksha).
Best Time to Recite
Morning, Evening, Ekadashi, Vaishakha month, and during any Vishnu-related festivals (e.g., Vaikuntha Ekadashi, Rama Navami, Krishna Janmashtami).
Historical Context
Namavalis are a common form of devotional literature in Hinduism, often compiled over centuries. While this specific 'Sri Vishnu Sata Namavali' is attributed to the Vishnu Purana, its exact date of composition and author remain unknown. The Vishnu Purana itself is one of the oldest and most important Puranas, attributed to Srimant Ved Vyas, and its compilation likely spans a significant period. Namavalis are often found as appendices or separate compilations, serving the purpose of easy recitation and meditation on the deity's names. The practice of chanting divine names (nama japa) is central to Bhakti Yoga, and Namavalis facilitate this practice by providing a structured list of names.
Alternate Names
- Sri Vishnu Shatanamavali
- Vishnu Shatanamavali
Related Stotrams
- Sri Vishnu Sahasranama Stotram
- Narayana Ashtottara Shatanamavali
Last Updated: 2025-12-01