Om Namo Narayanaya jap counter
The ashtakshari, the eight-syllable mantra of Narayana. Tap the mala once for every chant; your count, malas and streak are saved on this device.
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The mantra
Om Namo Nārāyaṇāya
Meaning
“I bow to Narayana,” the refuge of all beings who rests on the cosmic waters. The ashtakshari is central to the Shri Vaishnava tradition of Ramanuja and is praised in the Narayana Upanishad.
Ramanujacharya is said to have climbed the temple tower at Thirukoshtiyur and shared the ashtakshari with everyone below, so that no one would be denied it. The mantra has been chanted freely ever since across South India.
This counter helps you keep a steady daily count of the ashtakshari, with mala progress, streaks and an optional bell after each 108.
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Om Namo Narayanaya: common questions
What does Narayana mean?
Narayana is often explained as the refuge (ayana) of all beings (nara), and also as the one who rests on the waters.
Is this the same as Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya?
Both are Vishnu mantras. Om Namo Narayanaya has eight syllables, while the Vasudeva mantra has twelve.
When should I chant Om Namo Narayanaya?
Any time; mornings and Ekadashi are especially favoured.
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