Shiva Sahasranama

शिव सहस्रनाम • शिवसहस्रनामस्तोत्रम्

Sahasranama Lord Shiva

About

Shiva Sahasranama contains 1000 names of Lord Shiva, the great destroyer and transformer. Found in Shiva Purana and Linga Purana, this sacred text describes Shiva's infinite attributes as Mahadeva, Mahakala, Neelakantha, and his role as the supreme consciousness. Recitation grants liberation and destroys sins.

Quick Reference

Language
Sanskrit
Verse Count
1000
Source
Shiva Purana / Linga Purana
Type
Sahasranama

Benefits

  • Destruction of sins
  • Liberation (Moksha)
  • Protection from death
  • Peace and tranquility
  • Spiritual enlightenment
  • Blessings of Shiva's family

When to Recite

Days Monday, Pradosh, Shivaratri
Times Morning, Pradosh Kaal, Brahma Muhurta
Occasions Maha Shivaratri, Shravan Month, Shiva Puja