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Mangalam Bhagavan Vishnu — Benefits & How to Chant

मङ्गलं भगवान् विष्णुः

Complete guide to chanting correctly for maximum benefit

Benefits of Chanting Mangalam Bhagavan Vishnu

The classic 'mangala' (auspiciousness) verse recited at the conclusion of Vishnu worship, the Satyanarayan katha and many stotras.

Invokes all-auspiciousness through Vishnu's names

Garudadhvaja, Pundarikaksha (the lotus-eyed) and Hari.

Chanted to seal a puja or reading with blessings and to invoke an auspicious, obstacle-free outcome.

Recited at weddings, housewarmings and the start or close of auspicious events.

Short, melodious and easy to remember.

How to Chant Mangalam Bhagavan Vishnu

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Repetitions
3 times
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Best Time
At the conclusion of Vishnu puja, Satyanarayan katha or any auspicious event; on Ekadashi and Thursdays
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Direction
Face East or North

Instructions

Recite at the close of worship or any auspicious undertaking to invoke the Lord's blessings of auspiciousness upon all present. Repeat three times.

Spiritual Significance

It is said that where this verse is sung, auspiciousness gathers — for it calls upon Hari, who is the very dwelling-place of all that is good and blessed.

Origin & History

Source: Traditional mangala (auspiciousness) shloka of Vishnu

Author: Traditional

This is the beloved 'mangalam' verse chanted to seal Vishnu worship and many sacred readings, most familiarly at the close of the Satyanarayan katha. By repeating the word 'mangalam' (auspicious) and naming the Lord as Vishnu, Garudadhvaja, the lotus-eyed Pundarikaksha and Hari, it declares Him to be auspiciousness itself and invokes that blessing on all who hear it. It is recited at weddings, housewarmings and every auspicious beginning and end.

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