Ganesha Ashtottara Shatanamavali (108 Names) + Vakratunda Mantra
The Ganesha Ashtottara Shatanamavali — 108 names of Lord Ganesha — and the Vakratunda Mahakaya mantra for Ganesh Chaturthi 2026, with meanings and how to chant.
The Ganesha Ashtottara Shatanamavali — 108 names of Lord Ganesha — and the Vakratunda Mahakaya mantra for Ganesh Chaturthi 2026, with meanings and how to chant.
Chanting the names of Lord Ganesha is central to Ganesh Chaturthi worship. The Ganesha Ashtottara Shatanamavali — the 108 names of Ganesha — and the beloved Vakratunda Mahakaya mantra are recited during the puja to invoke his blessings and remove obstacles. This HinduTone guide introduces the 108 names and the Vakratunda mantra for Ganesh Chaturthi 2026.
Recite the Vakratunda Mahakaya mantra and the Ganesha Ashtottara during the puja, offering akshata or the 21 patri with each name.
The Vakratunda Mahakaya Mantra
Vakratunda Mahakaya Suryakoti Samaprabha · Nirvighnam Kuru Me Deva Sarva-Karyeshu Sarvada.
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Meaning: "O Lord with the curved trunk and a mighty body, whose radiance equals ten million suns — please make all my endeavours free of obstacles, always." It is the most popular Ganesha invocation, recited before beginning any auspicious work.
The Ganesha Ashtottara Shatanamavali (108 Names)
The Ashtottara is chanted as "Om <Name> Namah" for each of the 108 names, often while offering akshata, flowers or the patri. A selection of the names and their meaning:
- Om Gajananaya Namah — the elephant-faced one
- Om Ganadhyakshaya Namah — lord of the ganas
- Om Vighnarajaya Namah — king who removes obstacles
- Om Vinayakaya Namah — the supreme leader
- Om Dwaimaturaya Namah — one with two mothers
- Om Sumukhaya Namah — the auspicious-faced
- Om Ekadantaya Namah — the single-tusked
- Om Lambodaraya Namah — the large-bellied
- Om Vakratundaya Namah — the curved-trunked
- Om Gajakarnakaya Namah — elephant-eared
- Om Vighnaharine Namah — remover of obstacles
- Om Siddhi-Vinayakaya Namah — bestower of success
These twelve are part of the full litany of 108, each praising an aspect of Ganesha — his form, his powers, and his grace as the remover of obstacles and bestower of wisdom and success.
How to Chant
- Begin with the Vakratunda mantra to invoke Ganesha
- Recite "Om <Name> Namah" for each of the 108 names, offering akshata, flowers or patri
- Chant with focus and devotion; a recording can guide you if you are learning
- Conclude with aarti and the Vakratunda mantra again
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Ganesha Ashtottara?
The Ashtottara Shatanamavali is the litany of 108 names of Lord Ganesha, each chanted as "Om <Name> Namah" during worship.
What is the Vakratunda mantra?
"Vakratunda Mahakaya Suryakoti Samaprabha, Nirvighnam Kuru Me Deva Sarva-Karyeshu Sarvada" — a prayer to make all endeavours obstacle-free, recited before auspicious work.
When are these recited?
During the Ganesh Chaturthi puja — typically while offering akshata, flowers or the 21 patri — and before beginning any important task.
Final Word
Chanting the Vakratunda mantra and the 108 names of Ganesha is a simple, powerful way to invoke the remover of obstacles this Ganesh Chaturthi 2026. Recite them with devotion during your puja and before every new beginning. Ganpati Bappa Morya!
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