Barhapidabhiramaya Govindaya Namo Namah — Benefits & How to Chant
बर्हापीडाभिरामाय गोविन्दाय नमो नमः
Complete guide to chanting correctly for maximum benefit
Benefits of Chanting Barhapidabhiramaya Govindaya Namo Namah
A sweet, compact namaskara to Govinda, ideal for daily salutation
Each epithet offers a beautiful focus, drawing the mind toward Krishna's grace
The peacock-crest image fills the heart with the loveliness of Vrindavan's Lord
Easy to memorise and chant repeatedly as 'namo namah' (bowing again and again)
Cultivates humility and loving devotion through repeated salutation
Praising Govinda of unobstructed wisdom is held to clear the devotee's own understanding
How to Chant Barhapidabhiramaya Govindaya Namo Namah
Instructions
Chant as a heartfelt salutation, bowing inwardly at each 'namo namah.' Visualise Govinda crowned with peacock feathers, serene and charming, as you dwell on each name. It is commonly recited three or eleven times as a namaskara before or after puja and bhajans, and can also be repeated as japa to keep the heart turned toward Govinda.
Spiritual Significance
It is traditionally believed that one who bows to Govinda again and again with such salutations earns the affection of Lakshmi as well, for she dwells where Govinda is honoured, and devotees say that sincere repeated namaskara to the Lord draws both grace and good fortune into the home.
Origin & History
Source: Traditional Krishna namaskara (salutation) shloka recited in Vaishnava worship of Govinda
Author: Traditional (anonymous)
This salutation verse gathers four cherished aspects of Govinda — his peacock-feathered charm, his joy-giving nature, his unobstructed wisdom, and his role as the swan of Lakshmi's heart — into a single graceful namaskara. Its musical cadence and the doubled 'namo namah' made it a favourite bowing-verse among devotees who address Krishna as Govinda, the all-charming protector of cows.