महालक्ष्मी अष्टोत्तर शतनामावली — Word-by-Word Meaning
महालक्ष्मी अष्टोत्तर शतनामावली
Every Sanskrit word explained in English
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Complete Translation
धन, सौभाग्य व मंगल की दात्री देवी महालक्ष्मी के १०८ नाम, प्रत्येक “ॐ” व “नमः” सहित — समृद्धि व कृपा के प्रत्येक रूप में विराजमान दिव्य माता।
Origin & History
Source: Traditional
Author: Traditional
Period: Classical
The Mahalakshmi Ashtottara Shatanamavali is a traditional garland of the 108 names of Mahalakshmi. The 108 names of Goddess Mahalakshmi, bestower of wealth, fortune and auspiciousness — each recited with “Om” and “namaḥ”, the Divine Mother in her every form of abundance and grace.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mahalakshmi Ashtottara Shatanamavali?▼
The 108 names of Goddess Mahalakshmi, bestower of wealth, fortune and auspiciousness — each recited with “Om” and “namaḥ”, the Divine Mother in her every form of abundance and grace.
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 Diwali and Varalakshmi Vratam.
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 Mahalakshmi, each a name of praise and meditation.
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