Yasya Smritya Cha Namoktva — Word-by-Word Meaning
यस्य स्मृत्या च नामोक्त्या
Every Sanskrit word explained in English
Word-by-Word Breakdown
यस्य
Yasya
By whose (whose remembrance, etc.)
स्मृत्या
Smritya
By remembrance, by calling to mind
च
Cha
And
नामोक्त्या
Namoktya
By the utterance of (His) name
तपोयज्ञक्रियादिषु
Tapo-Yajna-Kriyadishu
In acts of austerity (tapas), sacrifice (yajna), rituals and other sacred undertakings
न्यूनं
Nyunam
That which is deficient, lacking, incomplete or faulty
सम्पूर्णतां याति
Sampurnatam Yati
Attains completeness / becomes whole and perfect
सद्यः
Sadyah
At once, instantly, immediately
वन्दे
Vande
I bow to, I salute, I worship
तम् अच्युतम्
Tam-Achyutam
That Achyuta (the imperishable, infallible Lord Vishnu)
Complete Translation
I bow to that Achyuta (the imperishable Lord Vishnu), by the mere remembrance of whom and by the utterance of whose name, whatever is deficient or imperfect in austerities, sacrifices, rituals and all sacred undertakings instantly becomes complete and whole.
Origin & History
Source: Traditional completion (purnata) verse recited at the close of puja and sacred rites
Author: Traditional
Period: Classical
This shloka belongs to the body of traditional verses used to round off worship. Hindu ritual holds that no human act of devotion is ever flawless — mantras may be mispronounced, steps omitted, or attention may waver. To remedy this, the devotee invokes Achyuta, the infallible Lord, whose remembrance and name instantly perfect whatever was deficient. It is therefore recited at the conclusion of pujas, japas, homas and vratas across traditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the 'Yasya Smritya Cha Namoktva' verse?▼
It is a completion verse recited at the end of any worship or ritual. It prays that, by remembering Vishnu and uttering His name, any deficiency or mistake in one's austerities, sacrifices and rites is instantly made perfect.
Who is 'Achyuta' in this verse?▼
Achyuta is a name of Lord Vishnu meaning 'the infallible / imperishable one — He who never falls away'. Saluting Achyuta affirms the Lord's unfailing, perfecting power.
When should I recite it?▼
Most commonly at the conclusion of a puja, japa, homa or vrata, to seek forgiveness for any lapses and to complete the act. Some also recite it at the beginning of an undertaking so it proceeds without flaw.
How many times should it be chanted?▼
Once is sufficient as a closing salutation, though reciting it three times with devotion is also common. What matters most is the humble, faithful attitude with which it is offered.
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