रामरामेति रामेति — Benefits & How to Chant
रामरामेति रामेति
Complete guide to chanting correctly for maximum benefit
Benefits of Chanting रामरामेति रामेति
Declares Rama's name equal in merit to the entire Vishnu Sahasranamam
A simple, supremely auspicious mantra suitable for constant repetition
Spoken by Lord Shiva himself, carrying the authority of scripture
Cultivates joy and absorption of the mind in the name of Rama
Ideal as a daily japa for devotion, peace and inner contentment
Often recited as a concise substitute when time for longer prayers is short
How to Chant रामरामेति रामेति
Instructions
This verse is ideal for japa with a mala. Sit comfortably, settle the mind, and repeat it, dwelling on the sweetness of Rama's name. Many chant it 108 times daily. Because it equates Rama-nama with the thousand names of Vishnu, it can be recited when there is no time for the full Vishnu Sahasranamam or Ram Raksha Stotra.
Spiritual Significance
Tradition celebrates the saint Valmiki, who attained enlightenment by repeating the name of Rama, and countless devotees who crossed the ocean of worldly existence through Rama-nama alone. Shiva's own assurance to Parvati that one utterance of 'Rama' equals a thousand names of Vishnu is held as proof of the unmatched power of this simple name.
Origin & History
Source: Spoken by Shiva to Parvati; found in the Vishnu Sahasranamam (phalashruti) and Ram Raksha Stotra (verse 38)
Author: Traditional (spoken by Lord Shiva, recorded by Veda Vyasa and Sage Budha Kaushika)
When Parvati asked Lord Shiva for an easy way to obtain the merit of reciting Vishnu's thousand names daily, Shiva revealed this verse: that simply delighting in the name of Rama equals the whole Sahasranama. The same verse closes the Ram Raksha Stotra, sealing it with the glory of Rama-nama.