Gayatri Ashtottara Shatanamavali — Word-by-Word Meaning
गायत्री अष्टोत्तर शतनामावली
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Word-by-Word Breakdown
Complete Translation
The 108 names of Goddess Gayatri, the mother of the Vedas and embodiment of the sacred Gayatri mantra — each recited with “Om” and “namaḥ”, the radiant Divine Mother who awakens wisdom.
Origin & History
Source: Traditional
Author: Traditional
Period: Classical
The Gayatri Ashtottara Shatanamavali is a traditional garland of the 108 names of Gayatri. The 108 names of Goddess Gayatri, the mother of the Vedas and embodiment of the sacred Gayatri mantra — each recited with “Om” and “namaḥ”, the radiant Divine Mother who awakens wisdom.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Gayatri Ashtottara Shatanamavali?▼
The 108 names of Goddess Gayatri, the mother of the Vedas and embodiment of the sacred Gayatri mantra — each recited with “Om” and “namaḥ”, the radiant Divine Mother who awakens wisdom.
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 Fridays and during Navaratri.
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 Gayatri, each a name of praise and meditation.
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