सूर्य नमस्कार मंत्र Meaning — Line by Line

सूर्य नमस्कार मंत्र

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Meaning — Line by Line

Every verse of सूर्य नमस्कार मंत्र with its Hindi meaning. Tap any word to hear it, or ▶ to recite the verse.

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

Verse 1#

ॐ मित्राय नमः

Om Mitraya Namah

Meaningॐ मित्राय नमः — सबके मित्र को नमस्कार।

Verse 2#

ॐ रवये नमः

Om Ravaye Namah

Meaningॐ रवये नमः — प्रकाशमान को नमस्कार।

Verse 3#

ॐ सूर्याय नमः

Om Suryaya Namah

Meaningॐ सूर्याय नमः — परम ज्योति को नमस्कार।

Verse 4#

ॐ भानवे नमः

Om Bhanave Namah

Meaningॐ भानवे नमः — तेजस्वी को नमस्कार।

Verse 5#

ॐ खगाय नमः

Om Khagaya Namah

Meaningॐ खगाय नमः — आकाश में विचरने वाले को नमस्कार।

Verse 6#

ॐ पूष्णे नमः

Om Pushne Namah

Meaningॐ पूष्णे नमः — पोषक को नमस्कार।

Verse 7#

ॐ हिरण्यगर्भाय नमः

Om Hiranyagarbhaya Namah

Meaningॐ हिरण्यगर्भाय नमः — स्वर्णिम कोश (हिरण्यगर्भ) को नमस्कार।

Verse 8#

ॐ मरीचये नमः

Om Marichaye Namah

Meaningॐ मरीचये नमः — किरणों के स्वामी को नमस्कार।

Verse 9#

ॐ आदित्याय नमः

Om Adityaya Namah

Meaningॐ आदित्याय नमः — अदिति-पुत्र को नमस्कार।

Verse 10#

ॐ सवित्रे नमः

Om Savitre Namah

Meaningॐ सवित्रे नमः — जीवनदायी शक्ति को नमस्कार।

Verse 11#

ॐ अर्काय नमः

Om Arkaya Namah

Meaningॐ अर्काय नमः — पूजनीय को नमस्कार।

Verse 12#

ॐ भास्कराय नमः

Om Bhaskaraya Namah

Meaningॐ भास्कराय नमः — सबको आलोकित करने वाले को नमस्कार।

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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