The Vishnu Sahasranamam is an ancient holy Vedic hymn containing one thousand names of Lord Vishnu. Each name in the Sahasranamam has a intense meaning and refers to a particular characteristic, quality, or attribute of Lord Vishnu. Vibrations are produced by chanting each name, also known as Nama, and subsequently the chain of consecutive names, known as Namavali. These energy vibrations are essential for bonding, one-pointed focus, insight, wisdom, realization, and true perception of Lord Vishnu.
Source of Vishnu Sahasranamam:
King Yudhistira approached his grandfather Pitamaha Bhishma after the war of Mahabharata was over, seeking answers to spiritual questions:
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Who is the Lord of this Universe? Who is the ultimate refuge of a human?
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What is the way to attain the ultimate state of purity?
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Whom should we call out to – to set us free from the shackles of this world?
It is then that, while lying on the bed of arrows, Pitamaha Bhishma gave Yudhistira the one thousand names of Lord Vishnu, now known as Vishnu Sahasranamam.
Benefits of reciting Vishnu Sahasranamam
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Helps to attain success in life attract more wealth , food and prosperity.
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Its believed that daily recitation of this powerful hymn will protect oneself and the entire family from bad energies.
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Chanting the thousand names of Vishnu calms the minds of devotees and gives the strength to face the challenges in life.
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It removes all the obstacles and helps to get rid of the debts. It removes the worries.
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Chanting Vishnu Sahasranama helps achieve inner peace and wisdom.