Dhanvantari Ashtottara Shatanamavali — Word-by-Word Meaning
धन्वन्तरि अष्टोत्तर शतनामावली
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Word-by-Word Breakdown
Complete Translation
The 108 names of Lord Dhanvantari — physician of the gods and avatar of Vishnu who arose from the ocean of milk bearing the pot of amrita, the deity of Ayurveda and healing — each chanted with “Om” and “namaḥ” for health, recovery and well-being, especially on Dhanteras.
Origin & History
Source: Traditional
Author: Traditional
Period: Classical
The Dhanvantari Ashtottara Shatanamavali is a traditional garland of the 108 names of Dhanvantari. The 108 names of Lord Dhanvantari — physician of the gods and avatar of Vishnu who arose from the ocean of milk bearing the pot of amrita, the deity of Ayurveda and healing — each chanted with “Om” and “namaḥ” for health, recovery and well-being, especially on Dhanteras.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Dhanvantari Ashtottara Shatanamavali?▼
The 108 names of Lord Dhanvantari — physician of the gods and avatar of Vishnu who arose from the ocean of milk bearing the pot of amrita, the deity of Ayurveda and healing — each chanted with “Om” and “namaḥ” for health, recovery and well-being, especially on Dhanteras.
How is an Ashtottara Shatanamavali chanted?▼
It is chanted as an archana: each of the 108 names is recited with “Om” (ॐ) before it and “namaḥ” (नमः) after it, while offering a flower or a pinch of kumkum for each name. The complete garland is offered in one sitting, especially on for health, and on Dhanteras and during Dhanteras (Dhanvantari Jayanti).
What does “Ashtottara Shatanamavali” mean?▼
“Ashtottara-shata” means “a hundred and eight” (108) and “namavali” means “a garland of names” — the sacred list of the 108 names of Dhanvantari, each a name of praise and meditation.
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