विश्वनाथ अष्टकम् — Benefits & How to Chant
विश्वनाथ अष्टकम्
Complete guide to chanting correctly for maximum benefit
Benefits of Chanting विश्वनाथ अष्टकम्
Recitation of the Vishwanatha Ashtakam is held to bring the grace, blessings and protection of the Lord.
Cultivates devotion, calms the mind and steadies the heart in the Lord’s remembrance.
Most auspicious on Mondays, and during Maha Shivaratri, Pradosh and the month of Shravan.
A short, melodious hymn that anyone can learn and recite daily with faith.
How to Chant विश्वनाथ अष्टकम्
Instructions
Bathe and sit facing east or north before an image of the deity. Light a lamp and recite the Vishwanatha Ashtakam slowly and with devotion. It may be chanted daily, or especially during Maha Shivaratri, Pradosh and the month of Shravan. Conclude with a prayer for grace and protection.
Spiritual Significance
It is said that to recite the Vishwanatha Ashtakam with a sincere and devoted heart is to draw near to the grace of the Lord, who never forsakes those who lovingly call upon Him.
Origin & History
Source: Traditional
Author: Traditional
The Vishwanatha Ashtakam is a cherished traditional hymn. Eight verses in praise of Vishwanatha — Lord Shiva as the Lord of Kashi (Varanasi) — the supreme refuge of the city of liberation. A beloved hymn of pilgrims to the holy city on the Ganga.