Shri Rama Ashtottara Shatanama Stotram
Shri Rama Ashtottara Shatanama Stotram and complete 108 Namavali from Padma Purana with English transliteration, meanings, Sri Rama Navami Puja Vidhi, and benefits.
Verses
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Stotram Name | Shri Rama Ashtottara Shatanama Stotram & Namavali |
| Primary Deity | Lord Sri Ramachandra (Sita Rama) |
| Total Names | 108 Sacred Names |
| Source Text | Padma Purana / Ananda Ramayana |
| Author / Sage | Sage Valmiki |
Introduction
Shri Rama Ashtottara Shatanama Stotram is a divine compilation of the 108 auspicious names of Lord Sri Ramachandra, the ideal embodiment of righteousness (Maryada Purushottama) and the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu.
Revealed in the Padma Purana and celebrated throughout the Vedic tradition, chanting these 108 names brings the divine presence of Sri Rama and Sita Devi into one's heart and home, destroying negative karma and fostering family harmony, fearlessness, and devotion.
Verses
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Stotram Name | Shri Rama Ashtottara Shatanama Stotram & Namavali |
| Primary Deity | Lord Sri Ramachandra (Sita Rama) |
| Total Names | 108 Sacred Names |
| Source Text | Padma Purana / Ananda Ramayana |
| Author / Sage | Sage Valmiki |
Benefits
- Purification of Sins (Sarva Papa Nashana): Destroys accumulated sins of past lifetimes and calms the restless mind.
- Family Peace & Harmony: Resolves marital distress and cultivates mutual love and respect modeled on Sri Sita-Rama.
- Courage & Protection (Abhaya Prapti): Protects against adversaries, illnesses, fear of death, and legal obstacles.
- Spiritual Liberation: Leads the seeker toward highest devotion and liberation (Vaikuntha Prapti).
Aṣṭottara-Śataṃ Nāmnāṃ Rāmacandrasya Dhīmatā ।
Yaḥ Paṭhet Prātar-Utthāya Sarva-Pāpaiḥ Pramucyate ॥ 9 ॥
Dhana-Dhānya-Samṛddhiśca Vijayo Rājasannidhau ।
Sarva-Kāryārtha-Siddhiśca Bhavet Sītāpateḥ Kṛpāt ॥ 10 ॥
Śrīrāma Rāmeti Japet Sarvadā Sarvato Bhayam ।
Vinaśyati Kṣaṇādeva Rāmacandra-Prasādataḥ ॥ 11 ॥
Meaning of Phalashruti
Whoever wakes up in the early morning and chants these 108 Auspicious Names of Lord Sri Rama with devotion:
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the significance of chanting Rama Ashtottaram?
Chanting the 108 names invokes the supreme virtues of Truth (Satya), Righteousness (Dharma), and devotion (Bhakti), neutralizing negative planetary karma.
2. Can Tulasi leaves be used during Rama Ashtottara Archana?
Yes. Offering Tulasi leaves while chanting each of the 108 names (Om Sriramaya Namah, etc.) brings immense spiritual merit.