Shantakaram Bhujangashayanam - Lord Vishnu Mantra

śāntākāraṁ bhujaṁgaśayanaṁ padmanābhaṁ sureśaṁ,
viśvādhāraṁ gagana sadṛśaṁ meghavarṇa śubhāṁgam,
lakṣmīkāṁta kamalanayanaṁ yogibhirdhyānagamyaṁ,
vande viṣṇu bhavabhayaharaṁ sarvalokaikanātham || 

Meaning of this Mantra is -

I bow to Lord Vishnu, who is of calm and steady nature, who rests on Sheshnag, from whose navel lotus grows, who is the lord of gods, who is the base of the entire universe, who is as wide as the sky, whose colour is like the clouds, whose limbs are auspicious and divine, who is the beloved of Goddess Lakshmi, whose eyes are like lotus, who is easily accessible to the meditation of yogis, who removes the fear of the world, who is the sole lord of all the worlds.

Meaning of mantra literally in Hindi from Sanskrit

This verse praises Lord Vishnu and describes his glory. In this, various forms and qualities of Lord Vishnu are described and a prayer has been made to seek refuge in him. The meaning of the verse is as follows:

  • Shantakaaran: The posture of Lord Vishnu, who has a peaceful form, is full of extreme peace. They are always calm, their condition is devoid of any disorder. The peace on his face also gives peace to the mind of the viewer.
  • Bhujangashayanam: Lord Vishnu, who sleeps on the snake bed, sleeps on the bed of the serpent king Anant (Sheshnag). The huge hood of Sheshnag becomes the bed of the Lord and is his resting place. This depiction shows his uniqueness and majesty.
  • Padmanabha: From whose navel a lotus sprang. A divine lotus sprang from the navel of Lord Vishnu from which Lord Brahma was born. Hence the Lord is called 'Padmanabha' who is responsible for the creation of the universe.
  • Suresham: The creator of the gods Swami. Vishnu is the lord of the gods, he is their king and protector. All the gods sing his praises and take refuge in him.
  • Vishwadharam: Foundation of the entire universe. Lord Vishnu is the foundation of the entire universe. He keeps the entire creation stable. and protects all living beings. Without Him this universe would become unstable.
  • Gagan Sadrisam: Infinite like the sky. Lord Vishnu's vastness is like the sky. He is endless, He has no beginning or end. He is omnipresent, i.e. Present everywhere.
  • Meghavarnam: One with a colour like the clouds. Lord Vishnu's colour is dark blue like the clouds. This colour signifies His intensity, depth and mysteriousness.
  • Shubhāngam: Whose every part is beautiful. Every part of Lord Vishnu's body is beautiful and divine. It is difficult to describe his beauty because it is immense.
  • Lakshmikantam: Beloved of Lakshmi Ji. Lord Vishnu is the beloved husband of Mother Lakshmi. Mother Lakshmi gives wealth, She is the goddess of splendor and prosperity, and her association with Lord Vishnu is indelible and divine.
  • Kamalnayanam: One whose eyes are like lotus. Lord Vishnu's eyes are large, soft and beautiful like lotus flowers. His sight is a blessing to his devotees.
  • Yogibhirdhyanagamyam: Attainable by yogis in meditation Lord Vishnu's form is the subject of meditation for yogis. Yogis experience his divinity in meditation and achieve oneness with him. Vande Vishnu
  • Bhavabhayaharam: I worship that Vishnu I am the one who removes the fear of birth and death. This verse praises Lord Vishnu, who removes the fears and sufferings of the world. By surrendering to him, the soul attains salvation.
  • Sarvalokaikanatham: The only lord of all the worlds. Lord Vishnu is the lord of all the worlds. He is the protector and nurturer of all living beings. The whole world runs by his grace and he is the greatest protector.

Explanation:

This shloka praises Lord Vishnu, whose nature is calm and gentle. He sits on the serpent king Sheshnag and Brahma Ji was born from his navel. Vishnu Ji is considered the basis of creation. His vastness and expanse are like the sky, and his color is blue like the clouds.

Lord Vishnu's beauty is incomparable and his eyes are soft and attractive like lotus. Lakshmi ji's blessings also remain on him. Yogis attain salvation through meditation We experience the divine form of Lord Vishnu. At the end of this verse it is said that Lord Vishnu is the only one who can remove the fear of birth and death. He is the only master of all the worlds and by worshiping him all the sufferings are removed. 

Full benefits of this mantra

"To get the full benefits of this mantra, recite it in the morning in a calm and meditative state. You can recite this mantra verbally or in your mind, visualise the divine form of Lord Vishnu and feel the energy of Lord Vishnu, which will provide you positivity and protection."

Chanting this mantra

"Chanting this mantra can bring peace and stability to your mind, remove your fears and worries, get protection from life's problems, deepen your devotion and connection to Lord Vishnu, and receive prosperity, harmony, and divine blessings from Lord Vishnu."

"Om Namo Narayanaya | Jai Vishnu Bhagwan!"









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