Vishnu Sahasranama Dhyana Shloka
Deep mental peace and protection through Vishnu's thousand names
How to chant: Once daily, morning
Vishnu Sahasranama Dhyana Shloka Lyrics in Sanskrit
शान्ताकारं भुजगशयनं पद्मनाभं सुरेशं विश्वाधारं गगनसदृशं मेघवर्णं शुभाङ्गम्। लक्ष्मीकान्तं कमलनयनं योगिभिर्ध्यानगम्यं वन्दे विष्णुं भवभयहरं सर्वलोकैकनाथम्॥
Vishnu Sahasranama Dhyana Shloka Transliteration
Shaantaakaaram bhujaga-shayanam padmanaabham suresham, Vishvaadhaaram gagana-sadrisham megha-varnam shubhangam, Lakshmikantam kamala-nayanam yogibhir-dhyana-gamyam, Vande Vishnum bhavabhaya-haram sarvalokaikanaatham.
Vishnu Sahasranama Dhyana Shloka Meaning in English
I salute Vishnu — serene in form, resting on the great serpent, lotus-naveled, lord of all gods, the foundation of the universe, vast as the sky, cloud-hued, auspicious-limbed, beloved of Lakshmi, lotus-eyed, accessible to yogis in meditation, the destroyer of worldly fear, and the sole lord of all realms.
Astrological Benefits of Chanting Vishnu Sahasranama Dhyana Shloka
This mantra is governed by Jupiter and invokes Vishnu. In Vedic astrology, regular chanting strengthens Jupiter's significations in your natal chart — bringing greater anxiety & mental peace.
Which Dasha or Planetary Affliction Does Vishnu Sahasranama Dhyana Shloka Remedy?
Dasha & Transit Periods
- ◉Any challenging Dasha — universal protection and stabilisation
- ◉Ketu Mahadasha (sudden upheaval)
- ◉Rahu Mahadasha (illusion and confusion)
Natal Chart Afflictions
- ◈Papakatari Yoga (malefics flanking the Ascendant)
- ◈Multiple natural malefics in kendra houses
- ◈Weak or afflicted Ascendant lord
- ◈Kalasarpa Yoga (all planets between Rahu-Ketu axis)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vishnu Sahasranama Dhyana Shloka?
Vishnu Sahasranama Dhyana Shloka is a classical Sanskrit mantra for anxiety & mental peace. Deep mental peace and protection through Vishnu's thousand names. It is governed by the planet Jupiter and best chanted on Thursday.
How many times should I chant Vishnu Sahasranama Dhyana Shloka?
Once daily, morning
Which Dasha benefits most from chanting Vishnu Sahasranama Dhyana Shloka?
Any challenging Dasha — universal protection and stabilisation. Ketu Mahadasha (sudden upheaval). Rahu Mahadasha (illusion and confusion).
What natal chart afflictions does Vishnu Sahasranama Dhyana Shloka remedy?
Papakatari Yoga (malefics flanking the Ascendant). Multiple natural malefics in kendra houses. Weak or afflicted Ascendant lord. Kalasarpa Yoga (all planets between Rahu-Ketu axis).
Who should chant Vishnu Sahasranama Dhyana Shloka?
Daily recitation for overall wellbeing, stability, and divine protection
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