Lalitha Sahasranamam
The thousand names of the Divine Mother Lalitha Tripura Sundari, studied with reverence and layered meaning.
About Lalitha Sahasranamam
Lalitha Sahasranamam (“The Thousand Names of Lalitha”) is a sacred hymn to the Divine Mother, Lalitha Tripura Sundari. It is found in the Brahmanda Purana, revealed by the sage Hayagriva to Agastya, and is a central text in the worship of the Goddess and in the Sri Vidya tradition.
Each name is rich with meaning, describing the Goddess's beauty, power, and grace, as well as deep philosophical truths. The hymn is traditionally chanted on Fridays and during Navaratri.
Stotradhwani teaches the recitation with attention to rhythm and pronunciation, helping devotees approach this profound text with confidence.
At a glance
- Composer
- Revealed by the Vagdevatas
- Source
- Brahmanda Purana
- Verses
- 1,000 names
- Language
- Sanskrit
- Tradition
- Shakta / Sri Vidya
Why devotees chant Lalitha Sahasranamam
- check_circleA revered practice in the worship of the Divine Mother.
- check_circleTraditionally chanted for grace, protection, and inner strength.
- check_circleEach name opens a layer of devotional and philosophical meaning.
When to chant: Lalitha Sahasranamam is especially recited on Fridays and through the nine nights of Navaratri.
Frequently asked questions
What is Lalitha Sahasranamam?expand_more
Lalitha Sahasranamam is a Sanskrit hymn of one thousand names of the Divine Mother Lalitha Tripura Sundari, found in the Brahmanda Purana.
When is Lalitha Sahasranamam chanted?expand_more
It is traditionally chanted on Fridays and during Navaratri, and is central to Devi worship and the Sri Vidya tradition.