Subramanya (Shanmukha) Ashtottara Shatanamavali — Word-by-Word Meaning
सुब्रह्मण्य (षण्मुख) अष्टोत्तर शतनामावली
Every Sanskrit word explained in English
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Complete Translation
The 108 names of Lord Subramanya (Shanmukha, Murugan, Kartikeya) — the six-faced son of Shiva, commander of the divine army and lord of Tamil devotion — each chanted with “Om” and “namaḥ” for courage, victory and wisdom.
Origin & History
Source: Traditional
Author: Traditional
Period: Classical
The Subramanya (Shanmukha) Ashtottara Shatanamavali is a traditional garland of the 108 names of Subramanya (Shanmukha). The 108 names of Lord Subramanya (Shanmukha, Murugan, Kartikeya) — the six-faced son of Shiva, commander of the divine army and lord of Tamil devotion — each chanted with “Om” and “namaḥ” for courage, victory and wisdom.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Subramanya (Shanmukha) Ashtottara Shatanamavali?▼
The 108 names of Lord Subramanya (Shanmukha, Murugan, Kartikeya) — the six-faced son of Shiva, commander of the divine army and lord of Tamil devotion — each chanted with “Om” and “namaḥ” for courage, victory and 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 is offered in one sitting, especially on Tuesdays and Shashthi and during Skanda Shashthi and Thaipusam.
What does “Ashtottara Shatanamavali” mean?▼
“Ashtottara-shata” means “a hundred and eight” (108) and “namavali” means “a garland of names” — the sacred list of the 108 names of Subramanya (Shanmukha), each a name of praise and meditation.
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