Vishnu Sahasranama
The thousand-name hymn associated with the Mahabharata. This page offers its first main verse.
ॐ विश्वं विष्णुर्वषट्कारो भूतभव्यभवत्प्रभुः ।
भूतकृद्भूतभृद्भावो भूतात्मा भूतभावनः ॥१॥
भूतकृद्भूतभृद्भावो भूतात्मा भूतभावनः ॥१॥
A simple meaning
It remembers Vishnu through names relating to the universe, time, and the care of living beings.
When is it recited?
For Vishnu devotion and reflective name recitation; follow the source link for the complete text.
How to read
Read slowly in a quiet place according to your tradition. Take time to understand the meaning.
This describes a devotional practice and does not promise health, wealth, exam results, or protection.