Vishnu Sahasranama: The Thousand Divine Names of Lord Vishnu and Their Eternal Glory

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Vishnu Sahasranama: The Thousand Divine Names of Lord Vishnu and Their Eternal Glory

Vishnu Sahasranama: The Thousand Divine Names of Lord Vishnu and Their Eternal Glory

A serene depiction of Lord Vishnu reclining on the serpent Adishesha, surrounded by cosmic elements and a lotus blooming from His navel, with soft divine light radiating from His form. The background is depicted with celestial skies with stars and a calm ocean.

Vishnu Sahasranama in Sanskrit

The Vishnu Sahasranama consists of 1000 names of Lord Vishnu. Below is a short excerpt:

ध्यानम्
शान्ताकारं भुजगशयनं पद्मनाभं सुरेशम्।
विश्वाधारं गगनसदृशं मेघवर्णं शुभाङ्गम्॥
लक्ष्मीकान्तं कमलनयनं योगिभिर्ध्यानगम्यम्।
वन्दे विष्णुं भवभयहरं सर्वलोकैकनाथम्॥

स्त्रोत:
विशं विष्णुर्वषट्कारो भूतभव्यभवत्प्रभुः।
भूतकृत्भूतभृद्भावो भूतात्मा भूतभावनः॥
पूतात्मा परमात्मा च मुक्तानां परमा गतिः।
अव्ययः पुरुषः साक्षी क्षेत्रज्ञोऽक्षर एव च॥

(For the complete text, the Sahasranama includes 107 shlokas across the entire hymn. You may download the complete text)

Dhyanam (Meditation):
“I meditate on Lord Vishnu, who is serene, reclines on the serpent bed, has a lotus emanating from His navel, is the Lord of gods, the sustainer of the universe, vast like the sky, dark as a cloud, and resplendent. He is the consort of Goddess Lakshmi, lotus-eyed, accessible through meditation by sages, and the remover of the fears of worldly existence. I bow to Him, the sole master of all worlds.”

Stotra (Hymn):
“Vishnu, the all-pervading, is the ultimate Lord of past, present, and future. Creator and sustainer of all beings, He is the eternal witness, the indestructible, and the ultimate refuge of the liberated.”

Importance of Vishnu Sahasranama

1. Spiritual Significance:

It encapsulates the essence of the Bhagavad Gita and Upanishads.

It invokes the qualities of Vishnu such as omnipresence, compassion, and divine protection.

2. Health Benefits:

Chanting it is said to reduce stress and bring mental peace.

It aligns the mind and body with cosmic energies.

3. Karmic Purification:

It helps in reducing the impact of past karma and purifying the soul.

4. Universal Appeal:

It transcends religious boundaries and can be recited by anyone for peace and well-being.

How to Recite Vishnu Sahasranama

1. Preparations:

Take a bath and wear clean clothes.

Sit in a calm, quiet place, preferably facing east.

2. Methods:

Begin with a prayer to Lord Ganesha and Guru for guidance.

Chant the Dhyanam followed by the main text.

Use a tulsi or rudraksha mala to keep track.

3. Precautions:

Ensure a pure mind free of negative thoughts.

Pronounce each name correctly to preserve its sanctity.

Avoid distractions such as phones or other interruptions.

4. Timings:

Early morning (Brahma Muhurta) or evening is ideal.

Recite with devotion and focus for the best results.

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