लक्ष्मीनृसिंह अष्टोत्तर शतनामावली — Word-by-Word Meaning
लक्ष्मीनृसिंह अष्टोत्तर शतनामावली
Every Sanskrit word explained in English
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Complete Translation
भगवान लक्ष्मीनृसिंह — माता लक्ष्मी सहित विराजमान विष्णु के नरसिंह अवतार — के १०८ नाम, प्रत्येक “ॐ” व “नमः” सहित, जो भक्तों के उग्र किन्तु करुणामय रक्षक का आवाहन करते हैं।
Origin & History
Source: Traditional
Author: Traditional
Period: Classical
The Lakshmi Narasimha Ashtottara Shatanamavali is a traditional garland of the 108 names of Lakshmi Narasimha. The 108 names of Lord Lakshmi-Narasimha, the man-lion avatar of Vishnu seated with Goddess Lakshmi — each chanted with “Om” and “namaḥ”, invoking the fierce yet compassionate protector of His devotees.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Lakshmi Narasimha Ashtottara Shatanamavali?▼
The 108 names of Lord Lakshmi-Narasimha, the man-lion avatar of Vishnu seated with Goddess Lakshmi — each chanted with “Om” and “namaḥ”, invoking the fierce yet compassionate protector of His devotees.
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 at the deity’s feet for each name. The complete garland of 108 names is offered in one sitting, especially on Thursdays and Ekadashi and during Ekadashi and Vaikuntha Ekadashi.
What does “Ashtottara Shatanamavali” mean?▼
“Ashtottara-shata” means “a hundred and eight” (108) and “namavali” means “a garland of names”. So it is the sacred list of the 108 names of Lakshmi Narasimha, each a name of praise and meditation.
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