Naam Ghosha — Assamese Vaishnava Chanting Text
Last updated: 14 June 2026
Author: Srimanta Sankardev (15th century, Assam)
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Naam Ghosha
By Srimanta Sankardev (15th century, Assam)
Pranamom Narayana Namo Namo Hari.
Brahma Shiv Shukdev Brahmanda-nirmanakari. ||1||
Jai Narayana Jai Param Purush.
Jai Devdev Prabhu Jagatar Ish. ||2||
Namere Tarila Sab Patit Jivan.
Hari Naam Maha-Mantra Karila Pavan. ||3||
Hari Hari Bola Man Shanti Paba Tumi.
Naam Bine Nai Gati Iha Samsarar Bhumi. ||4||
Yar Namer Par Hay Mahapapi Jan.
Sei Naam Bhaktire Laom Sada Man. ||5||
Ghoshi Ghoshi Naam Laom Bhaktar Sane.
Sri Krishna Charan Laom Sada Ei Mane. ||6||
Vishnu Namer Par Paiche Aganan Jan.
Shankardev-e Kay Naamar Mahima Apar. ||7||
Namo Namo Narayana Namo Namo Hari.
Patit Pavan Naam Japom Nirantari. ||8||Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Naam Ghosha?
The Naam Ghosha is a sacred Hindu devotional hymn (stotram) dedicated to Narayana. VedKosh provides its complete text in Hindi and English with transliteration for regional readers.
What are the benefits of reciting the Naam Ghosha?
Reciting the Naam Ghosha with devotion is traditionally believed to invoke the grace of Narayana, calm and focus the mind, and create an auspicious, sattvic atmosphere. It is practised as an act of bhakti (devotion) rather than for any guaranteed material outcome.
When should the Naam Ghosha be recited?
The Naam Ghosha can be recited during daily morning or evening worship of Narayana, and especially on the deity's sacred days and festivals. A clean, quiet space and a steady, devotional mind are the main requirements.
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