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Vishnu Sahasranamam

Sanskrit · 15 Verses

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Vishnu Sahasranamam Meaning and Overview

Vishnu Sahasranamam is the sacred litany of the thousand names of Lord Vishnu. This page helps devotees read Vishnu Sahasranamam in a clear sequence and makes the text easier to access across multiple languages.

Vishnu Sahasranamam — Verses

Vishvam Vishnur Vashatkaro Bhoota Bhavya Bhavatprabhuh Bhootakrit Bhoota Bhrid Bhaavo Bhootaatmaa Bhootabhaavanah
Pootaatmaa Paramaatmaa Cha Muktanaam Paramaa Gatih Avyayah Purushah Saakshee Kshetrajno Akshara Eva Cha
Yogo Yogavidaam Netaa Pradhaanapurusheshvarah Naarasimhavapuh Shreemaan Keshavah Purushottamah
Sarvah Sharvah Shivah Sthaanuh Bhootaadir Nidhiravyayah Sambhavo Bhaavano Bhartaa Prabhavah Prabhurheeshvarah
Svayambhooh Shambhuh Aadityah Pushkaraaksho Mahaasvanah Anaadi Nidhano Dhaataa Vidhaataa Dhaaturuttamah
Aprameyah Hrisheekeshaha Padmanabhah Amaraprabhuh Vishvakarmaa Manuh Tvashtaa Sthavishtah Sthaviro Dhruvah
Agrahyah Shaashvatah Krishno Lohitaakshah Pratardanah Prabhootas Trikakubbdhaamah Pavitram Mangalam Param
Eeshaanah Praanadah Praano Jyeshthah Shreshthah Prajaapatih Hiranyagarbho Bhoogarbho Maadhavo Madhusoodanah
Eeshvaro Vikramee Dhanvee Medhaavee Vikramah Kramah Anuttamo Duraadharshah Kritajnah Kritiratmavaan
Sureshaha Sharanam Sharma Vishvaretaah Prajaabhavah Ahah Samvatsaro Vyaalah Pratyayah Sarvadarshanah
Ajah Sarveshvarah Siddhah Siddhih Sarvaadira Achyutah Vrishakaapir Ameyaatmaa Sarvayoga Vinihsritah
Vasur Vasumanaah Satyah Samaatmaa Sammitah Samah Amoghah Pundareekaakshah Vrishakarmaa Vrishaakritih
Rudro Bahushiraa Babhruh Vishvayonih Shuchishravaa Amritah Shashvatasthaanuh Varaaroho Mahatapaah
Sarvagah Sarvavidbhaanuh Vishvaksenah Janaardanah Vedo Vedavid Avyangah Vedaangah Vedavit Kavih
Vanamaalee Gadee Shaarngee Shankhee Chakree Cha Nandakee Shreem Aan Naaraayano Vishnur Vaasudevo Abhirakshatu

Benefits of Reading Vishnu Sahasranamam

  • • Supports disciplined daily devotional reading.
  • • Useful for those searching for Vishnu Sahasranamam lyrics and meaning-based reading.
  • • Often recited for peace, faith and spiritual focus.

Best Time to Chant Vishnu Sahasranamam

Many devotees chant Vishnu Sahasranamam in the morning, on Ekadashi, on Thursdays, or during calm prayer hours.

Frequently Asked Questions about Vishnu Sahasranamam

How many names are in Vishnu Sahasranamam?

Traditionally, Vishnu Sahasranamam contains one thousand names of Lord Vishnu.

Is this suitable for regular reading?

Yes. Many devotees read Vishnu Sahasranamam daily or weekly depending on their routine.

What is the best time to chant Vishnu Sahasranamam?

Morning prayer time is common, though it can also be read on Ekadashi, Thursdays or any peaceful devotional time.

Why do people read Vishnu Sahasranamam?

Many devotees read it for inner peace, bhakti, focus and remembrance of Lord Vishnu.

Can beginners start reading Vishnu Sahasranamam?

Yes. Beginners may read gradually and build consistency over time.

Does this page support multi-language reading?

Yes. The page is designed to make Vishnu Sahasranamam easier to access in multiple language formats.

What is this Stotram?

Vishnu Sahasranamam is a sacred hymn containing 1000 names of Lord Vishnu, from the epic Mahabharata. It was narrated by Bhishma Pitamah to Yudhishthira when he was lying on the bed of arrows. Each name describes a divine quality of Lord Vishnu — the preserver and protector of the universe. It is considered one of the most powerful Vaishnava prayers.

Simple Meaning

Each of the 1000 names in the Vishnu Sahasranamam reveals a divine attribute of Lord Vishnu. Names like "Vishwam" (the universe itself), "Vishnu" (all-pervading), "Achyuta" (infallible), and "Ananta" (infinite) describe His cosmic nature. Together, these names paint a complete picture of the Supreme Being who sustains all creation.

Benefits of Chanting

  • ✦Brings liberation from the cycle of birth and death (Moksha)
  • ✦Removes sins and purifies the soul through regular recitation
  • ✦Grants health, wealth, success, and fulfillment of desires
  • ✦Provides divine protection from enemies and evil forces
  • ✦Develops devotion, wisdom, and love for Lord Vishnu
  • ✦Considered especially powerful for good health and longevity

Best Time to Chant

Vishnu Sahasranamam is best chanted on Thursdays, which are sacred to Lord Vishnu. Ekadashi (11th day of lunar fortnight) is especially auspicious. Early morning after bathing is ideal. Many devotees chant it during Vaikunta Ekadashi, Janmashtami, and other Vaishnava festivals.

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