Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the embodiment of wisdom, is revered in Hindu traditions through various forms of worship. One of the most powerful and accessible practices is chanting the Ashtottara Shatanamavali, a sacred compilation of 108 names that honor His divine attributes. This ancient practice, rooted in Vedic scriptures, invokes Ganesha’s blessings for success, prosperity, and spiritual growth. Below is the complete list of 108 names, each prefixed with “Om” and suffixed with “Namah” for devotional chanting. Reciting these names with devotion can help clear mental blocks, foster inner peace, and align one’s life with divine energy.

1. Gajanana – Om Gajananaya Namah।
2. Ganadhyaksha – Om Ganadhyakshaya Namah।
3. Vighnaraja -Om Vighnarajaya Namah।
4. Vinayaka – Om Vinayakaya Namah।
5. Dvaimatura -Om Dvaimaturaya Namah।
6. Dwimukha – Om Dwimukhaya Namah।
7. Pramukha – Om Pramukhaya Namah।
8. Sumukha – Om Sumukhaya Namah।
9. Kriti – Om Kritine Namah।
10. Supradipa – Om Supradipaya Namah।
11. Sukhanidhi – Om Sukhanidhaye Namah।
12. Suradhyaksha – Om Suradhyakshaya Namah।
13. Surarighna – Om Surarighnaya Namah।
14. Mahaganapati – Om Mahaganapataye Namah।
15. Manya – Om Manyaya Namah।
16. Mahakala – Om Mahakalaya Namah।
17. Mahabala -Om Mahabalaya Namah।
18. Heramba – Om Herambaya Namah।
19. Lambajathara – Om Lambajatharayai Namah।
20. Haswagriva – Om Haswa Grivaya Namah।
21. Mahodara – Om Mahodaraya Namah।
22. Madotkata – Om Madotkataya Namah।
23. Mahavira – Om Mahaviraya Namah।
24. Mantrine – Om Mantrine Namah।
25. Mangala Swara – Om Mangala Swaraya Namah।
26. Pramadha – Om Pramadhaya Namah।
27. Prathama – Om Prathamaya Namah।
28. Prajna – Om Prajnaya Namah।
29. Vighnakarta – Om Vighnakartre Namah।
30. Vignaharta – Om Vignahartre Namah।
31. Vishwanetra – Om Vishwanetre Namah।
32. Viratpati – Om Viratpataye Namah।
33. Shripati – Om Shripataye Namah।
34. Vakpati – Om Vakpataye Namah।
35. Shringarin – Om Shringarine Namah।
36. Ashritavatsala – Om Ashritavatsalaya Namah।
37. Shivapriya – Om Shivapriyaya Namah।
38. Shighrakarina – Om Shighrakarine Namah।
39. Shashwata – Om Shashwataya Namah।
40. Bala – Om Bala Namah।
41. Balotthitaya – Om Balotthitaya Namah।
42. Bhavatmajaya – Om Bhavatmajaya Namah।
43. Purana Purusha – Om Purana Purushaya Namah।
44. Pushne – Om Pushne Namah।
45. Pushkarotshipta Varine – Om Pushkarotshipta Varine Namah।
46. Agraganyaya – Om Agraganyaya Namah।
47. Agrapujyaya – Om Agrapujyaya Namah।
48. Agragamine – Om Agragamine Namah।
49. Mantrakrite – Om Mantrakrite Namah।
50. Chamikaraprabhaya – Om Chamikaraprabhaya Namah।
51. Sarvaya – Om Sarvaya Namah।
52. Sarvopasyaya – Om Sarvopasyaya Namah।
53. Sarvakartre – Om Sarva Kartre Namah।
54. Sarvanetre – Om Sarvanetre Namah।
55. Sarvasiddhipradaya – Om Sarvasiddhipradaya Namah।
56. Siddhaye – Om Siddhaye Namah।
57. Panchahastaya – Om Panchahastaya Namah।
58. Parvatinandanaya – Om Parvatinandanaya Namah।
59. Prabhave – Om Prabhave Namah।
60. Kumaragurave – Om Kumaragurave Namah।
61. Akshobhyaya – Om Akshobhyaya Namah।
62. Kunjarasura Bhanjanaya – Om Kunjarasura Bhanjanaya Namah।
63. Pramodaya – Om Pramodaya Namah।
64. Modakapriyaya – Om Modakapriyaya Namah।
65. Kantimate – Om Kantimate Namah।
66. Dhritimate – Om Dhritimate Namah।
67. Kamine – Om Kamine Namah।
68. Kapitthapanasapriyaya – Om Kapitthapanasapriyaya Namah।
69. Brahmacharine – Om Brahmacharine Namah।
70. Brahmarupine – Om Brahmarupine Namah।
71. Brahmavidyadi Danabhuve – Om Brahmavidyadi Danabhuve Namah।
72. Jishnave – Om Jishnave Namah।
73. Vishnupriyaya – Om Vishnupriyaya Namah।
74. Bhakta Jivitaya – Om Bhakta Jivitaya Namah।
75. 75 Jitamanmadhaya – Om Jitamanmadhaya Namah।

76. Aishwaryakaranaya – Om Aishwaryakaranaya Namah।
77. Jyayase – Om Jyayase Namah।
78. Yaksha Kinnerasevitaya – Om Yaksha Kinnerasevitaya Namah।
79. Ganga Sutaya – Om Ganga Sutaya Namah।
80. Ganadhishaya – Om Ganadhishaya Namah।
81. Gambhira Ninadaya – Om Gambhira Ninadaya Namah।
82. Vatave – Om Vatave Namah।
83. Abhishtavaradaya – Om Abhishtavaradaya Namah।
84. Jyotishe – Om Jyotishe Namah।
85. Bhktanidhaye – Om Bhktanidhaye Namah।
86. Bhavagamyaya – Om Bhavagamyaya Namah।
87. Mangalapradaya – Om Mangalapradaya Namah।
88. Avyaktaya – Om Avyaktaya Namah।
89. Aprakrita Parakramaya – Om Aprakrita Parakramaya Namah।
90. Satyadharmine – Om Satyadharmine Namah।
91. Sakhaye – Om Sakhaye Namah।
92. Sarasambunidhaye – Om Sarasambunidhaye Namah।
93. Maheshaya – Om Maheshaya Namah।
94. Divyangaya – Om Divyangaya Namah।
95. Manikinkini Mekhalaya – Om Manikinkini Mekhalaya Namah।
96. Samasta Devata Murtaye – Om Samasta Devata Murtaye Namah।
97. Sahishnave – Om Sahishnave Namah।
98. Satatotthitaya – Om Satatotthitaya Namah।
99. Vighatakarine – Om Vighatakarine Namah।
100. Vishwagdrishe – Om Vishwagdrishe Namah।
101. Vishwarakshakrite -Om Vishwarakshakrite Namah।
102. Kalyanagurave – Om Kalyanagurave Namah।
103. Unmattaveshaya – Om Unmattaveshaya Namah।
104. Aparajite – Om Aparajite Namah।
105. Samsta Jagadadharaya – Om Samsta Jagadadharaya Namah।
106. Sarwaishwaryapradaya – Om Sarwaishwaryapradaya Namah।
107. Akranta Chida Chitprabhave – Om Akranta Chida Chitprabhave Namah।
108. Shri Vighneshwaraya -Om Shri Vighneshwaraya Namah।

How to Chant the Ganesha Ashtottara Shatanamavali

Chanting the 108 names of Lord Ganesha is a simple yet profound spiritual exercise that anyone can incorporate into their daily routine. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced devotee, this practice can be performed at home, in a temple, or during festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi. The key is sincerity, focus, and consistency. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you chant effectively:

1. Prepare Your Space and Mind:

• Choose a quiet, clean area in your home, preferably facing east or north, as these directions are considered auspicious in Hindu traditions.
• Light a lamp (diya) or incense, and place an image or idol of Lord Ganesha in front of you. Offer fresh flowers, fruits (like modaks, which are His favorite), or betel leaves as a symbol of devotion.
• Begin with a sankalpa (intention): Silently or aloud, state your purpose for chanting, such as “I chant these names to seek Lord Ganesha’s blessings for removing obstacles in my life and granting wisdom.”
• Sit comfortably in a meditative posture, like Padmasana (lotus pose) or Sukhasana (easy pose), with your spine straight. If possible, use a woolen or cotton mat to insulate yourself from the ground.

1. Use a Japa Mala (Rudraksha Mala):

• A traditional japa mala with 108 beads is ideal for this chant, as it corresponds to the number of names. The beads help maintain count and rhythm.
• Hold the mala in your right hand, draped over your middle finger, and use your thumb to move each bead after chanting a name. Avoid touching the mala with your index finger, as it’s considered inauspicious in some traditions.
• Start from the bead next to the guru bead (the larger one) and move clockwise. Do not cross the guru bead; instead, reverse direction if you’re doing multiple rounds.

1. Pronunciation and Rhythm:

• Chant each name slowly and clearly, emphasizing the Sanskrit sounds. For example, “Om Gajananaya Namah” should be pronounced as “Ohm Guh-juh-nah-nuh-yuh Nuh-muh.”
• Maintain a steady rhythm neither too fast nor too slow. Aim for a meditative pace that allows you to visualize Lord Ganesha’s form with each name.
• If you’re new to Sanskrit, listen to audio recordings or YouTube guides from reputable sources like temples or spiritual channels to get the pronunciation right. Over time, this will become natural.

1. Timing and Duration:

• The best times to chant are during Brahma Muhurta (early morning, around 4-6 AM) or in the evening after sunset. Wednesdays, which are dedicated to Ganesha, or during the waxing moon phase (Shukla Paksha) are particularly auspicious.
• Start with one full round of 108 names, which takes about 10-15 minutes. As you build your practice, you can increase to multiple rounds (e.g., 3, 9, or 108 times for deeper effects).
• End the session with a closing prayer, such as “Om Gan Ganapataye Namah,” and offer gratitude to Lord Ganesha.

1. Benefits of Regular Chanting:

• Spiritually, this practice invokes Ganesha’s grace to dissolve vighnas (obstacles) in your path, enhance intellect, and promote harmony in relationships.
• Mentally, it reduces stress, improves concentration, and fosters a sense of calm through rhythmic repetition.
• Physically, the vibrations from chanting can energize the body and align chakras, particularly the Muladhara (root) chakra associated with stability.
• Many devotees report experiencing prosperity, success in endeavors, and protection from negativity after consistent practice.

Remember, the true power of the Ashtottara Shatanamavali lies in your bhakti (devotion). Chant with a pure heart, free from distractions, and let Lord Ganesha guide you. If you’re in Sri Lanka, consider visiting local temples like the ones in Colombo or Kandy dedicated to Ganesha to enhance your experience. For more spiritual insights, explore other articles on spiritualguru.lk, and feel free to share your chanting experiences in the comments below!

Jai Shri Ganesh!