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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॥

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.

Text and source

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