108 Names of Shri Krishna Chant

Chanting the 108 names of Shri Krishna is a soul-deep invocation of his boundless love and cosmic joy.

Each name is a doorway into his playful, wise, and compassionate presence that uplifts all hearts. This sacred namavali softens the mind, calms restlessness, and draws the seeker closer to his eternal grace.

In every repetition, Krishna reveals himself - not just as God, but as the dearest companion of your soul.

The 108 Names of Shri Krishna Chant is the latest addition to our library of mantras that includes Ganesha, Shiva, Buddha, and Krishna mantras.

The 108 names of Shri Krishna chant is most commonly referred to as Shri Krishna Ashtottara Shatanamavali; where Ashtottara translates to the number 108, and Shatanamavali means string of names.

This mantra can also be called the Krishna Namavali Stotram, or the Gopal Ashtottara Shatanamavali in traditions emphasizing Krishna's childhood and cowherd aspect (Gopal).

When emphasizing Krishna’s divine aspect as Vasudeva, the universal being, you call the mantra Vasudeva Ashtottara, or Madhava Namavali if you follow Vaishnavite traditions.

The 108 Names of Shri Krishna Chant holds several benefits for the mind of both the chanter and the listener.

Listening to this powerful Krishna mantra along with meditation helps you in the following ways.

This mantra connects you to Krishna’s divine presence, giving you a feeling of spiritual warmth

This powerful chant removes all fearful tendencies from your mind, as Krishna is always watching over you

If you’re experiencing strong emotions, this mantra can instantly restore your calmness

The 108 Names of Shri Krishna, often chanted as a Namavali, originate from the ancient devotional practice of nāma-smaraṇa, the meditative repetition of divine names.

Rooted in Puranic traditions, especially the Vishnu Purana and Srimad Bhagavatam, this practice honors Krishna’s many facets: from Govinda the protector of cows, to Madhava the consort of Lakshmi, to Gopal the divine child of Vrindavan.

Each name captures a story, a quality, a moment of his boundless compassion.

A beloved story from the Mahabharata tells of Draupadi, humiliated and helpless in the Kaurava court, calling out “Govinda!” in desperation.

Her pure, heartfelt utterance of his name compelled Krishna to intervene miraculously, saving her dignity with an endless garment.

This moment became a timeless testament to the power of invoking Krishna’s name with true devotion. His name, indeed, is never spoken in vain.