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Surya Namaskar Mantras Meaning — Line by Line

सूर्य नमस्कार मंत्र

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Meaning — Line by Line

Every verse of Surya Namaskar Mantras with its English meaning. Tap any word to hear it, or ▶ to recite the verse.

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  1. Verse 1. Om Mitraya Namah
  2. Verse 2. Om Ravaye Namah
  3. Verse 3. Om Suryaya Namah
  4. Verse 4. Om Bhanave Namah
  5. Verse 5. Om Khagaya Namah
  6. Verse 6. Om Pushne Namah
  7. Verse 7. Om Hiranyagarbhaya Namah
  8. Verse 8. Om Marichaye Namah
  9. Verse 9. Om Adityaya Namah
  10. Verse 10. Om Savitre Namah
  11. Verse 11. Om Arkaya Namah
  12. Verse 12. Om Bhaskaraya Namah
Verse 1#

Om Mitraya Namah

ॐ मित्राय नमः

Om Mitraya Namah

MeaningOm, salutations to the Friend of all.

Verse 2#

Om Ravaye Namah

ॐ रवये नमः

Om Ravaye Namah

MeaningOm, salutations to the Shining One.

Verse 3#

Om Suryaya Namah

ॐ सूर्याय नमः

Om Suryaya Namah

MeaningOm, salutations to the Supreme Light.

Verse 4#

Om Bhanave Namah

ॐ भानवे नमः

Om Bhanave Namah

MeaningOm, salutations to the Brilliant One.

Verse 5#

Om Khagaya Namah

ॐ खगाय नमः

Om Khagaya Namah

MeaningOm, salutations to the One who moves through the sky.

Verse 6#

Om Pushne Namah

ॐ पूष्णे नमः

Om Pushne Namah

MeaningOm, salutations to the Nourisher.

Verse 7#

Om Hiranyagarbhaya Namah

ॐ हिरण्यगर्भाय नमः

Om Hiranyagarbhaya Namah

MeaningOm, salutations to the Golden Cosmic Womb.

Verse 8#

Om Marichaye Namah

ॐ मरीचये नमः

Om Marichaye Namah

MeaningOm, salutations to the Lord of the Dawn.

Verse 9#

Om Adityaya Namah

ॐ आदित्याय नमः

Om Adityaya Namah

MeaningOm, salutations to the Son of the Infinite Mother.

Verse 10#

Om Savitre Namah

ॐ सवित्रे नमः

Om Savitre Namah

MeaningOm, salutations to the Vivifying Power.

Verse 11#

Om Arkaya Namah

ॐ अर्काय नमः

Om Arkaya Namah

MeaningOm, salutations to the Worthy of Worship.

Verse 12#

Om Bhaskaraya Namah

ॐ भास्कराय नमः

Om Bhaskaraya Namah

MeaningOm, salutations to the Illuminator of all.

Word-by-Word Breakdown

मित्र
Mitra
Friend of all — the sun as a benevolent companion
रवि
Ravi
The shining one — source of radiance
सूर्य
Surya
The supreme light — the sun god
भानु
Bhanu
The brilliant one — source of brightness
खग
Khaga
One who moves through the sky
पूषन्
Pushan
The nourisher — giver of strength
हिरण्यगर्भ
Hiranyagarbha
The golden womb — cosmic creator
मरीचि
Marichi
Ray of light — lord of the dawn
आदित्य
Aditya
Son of Aditi — the infinite cosmic mother
सवितृ
Savitri
The vivifier — the stimulating power of the sun
अर्क
Arka
The energy — worthy of worship
भास्कर
Bhaskara
The illuminator — one who leads to enlightenment

Origin & History

Source: Traditional yoga and Vedic sun worship

Author: Ancient Yogic tradition

Period: Ancient

The 12 names of the Sun used in Surya Namaskar come from the Vedic tradition of sun worship. Each name reveals a different aspect of solar energy — from the physical (light, warmth) to the cosmic (creator, illuminator of consciousness). The physical poses were codified in the Hatha Yoga tradition, and the combination of mantra + asana creates a complete sadhana (spiritual practice) that millions practice daily worldwide.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Surya Namaskar mantras are there?▼
12 mantras, one for each pose of the Sun Salutation. Each mantra addresses the sun by a different name highlighting a different divine quality — friend, shining one, nourisher, illuminator, etc.
Should I chant while doing yoga poses?▼
Yes — ideally chant each mantra as you transition into the corresponding pose. This synchronizes body, breath, and sound for maximum spiritual and physical benefit. If you can't do the poses, chanting the mantras alone while visualizing the sun is also powerful.
What time should I practice?▼
Sunrise, facing east. This aligns with the sun's energy as it rises. Early morning practice on an empty stomach is considered most beneficial.
What are the 12 names of the Sun?▼
Mitra (Friend), Ravi (Shining), Surya (Supreme Light), Bhanu (Brilliant), Khaga (Sky-mover), Pushan (Nourisher), Hiranyagarbha (Golden Womb), Marichi (Dawn Ray), Aditya (Son of Aditi), Savitri (Vivifier), Arka (Energy), Bhaskara (Illuminator).

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