Satyanarayan Puja Mantra: Complete List & Meaning

Mantras—the sacred utterances in Hinduism—are melodious instruments of the mind designed with mathematical precision. They create a shield of positivity around you. Whether recited internally or spoken aloud, Vedic chanting helps elevate consciousness and bring peace.

The Satyanarayan Puja is a powerful ritual performed to seek the blessings of Lord Vishnu. It is often conducted during Griha Pravesh, weddings, or simply to bring prosperity to the home.

While you can chant these mantras yourself, the vibrations are most effective when recited by a Vedic expert. SmartPuja connects you with experienced Pandits who not only chant perfectly but also explain the meaning of the rituals.

Complete List of Satyanarayan Puja Mantras

A traditional Satyanarayan Puja involves 16 Upacharas (Steps). Here are the essential mantras for each step:

1. Dhyanam (Meditation)

Invoke the Lord in your mind before beginning the external worship.

Dhyayet Satyam Gunatitam Gunatraya Samanvitam |
Lokanatham Trilokesham Kaustubhabharanam Harim ||
Nilavarna Pitavastram Shrivatsa Pada Bhushitam |
Govindam Gokulanandam Brahmadyairapi Pujitam ||

2. Avahanam (Invocation)

Invite Lord Satyanarayan to take his seat in the idol/photo.

Damodara Samagachchha Lakshmya Saha Jagatpate |
Imam Maya Kritam Pujam Grihana Surasattama ||
Shri Lakshmi Sahita Shri Satyanarayanaya Avahayami |

3. Asanam (Offering Seat)

Offer a seat decorated with gems and gold (mentally).

Nanaratna Samakirna Kartasvara Vibhushitam |
Asanam Devadevesha! Prityartham Pratigrihyatam ||
Om Shri Satyanarayanaya Namah Asanam Samarpayami |

4. Padyam (Washing Feet)

Offer water to wash the Lord’s feet.

Narayanah Namasteastu Narakarnavataraka |
Padyam Grihana Devesha! Mama Saukhyam Vivardhaya ||
Om Shri Satyanarayanaya Namah Padayoh Padyam Samarpayami |

5. Panchamrita Snanam (Holy Bath)

Bathe the deity with the five sacred nectars (Milk, Curd, Ghee, Honey, Sugar).

Snanam Panchamritairdeva Grihana Surasattama |
Anathanatha Sarvajna Girvana Pranatapriya ||
Om Shri Satyanarayanaya Namah Panchamrita Snanam Samarpayami |

6. Vastram (Offering Clothes)

Offer new clothes (Yellow or Red cloth) to the deity.

Shitavatoshna Samtranam Lajjayah Rakshanam Param |
Dehalankaranam Vastra Prityartham Pratigrihyatam ||
Om Shri Satyanarayanaya Namah Vastra Yugmam Samarpayami |

7. Naivedyam (Food Offering)

Offer the sacred food (Prasad) like Sheera or Fruits.

Ghritapakvam Havishyannam Payasam Cha Sasharkaram |
Nanavidham Cha Naivedyam Grihininva Surasattama ||
Om Shri Satyanarayanaya Namah Naivedyam Nivedayami |

8. Aarti (Final Prayer)

Perform the Mangal Aarti with a lit camphor or ghee lamp.

Chaturvarti Samayuktam Goghritena Cha Puritam |
Arartikyamaham Kurve Pashya Me Varado Bhava ||
Om Shri Satyanarayanaya Namah Mangala Aartim Samarpayami |

Why is Mantra Chanting Important?

In Vedic culture, sound (Shabda) is considered the first manifestation of the divine. Every mantra in the Satyanarayan Puja has a specific frequency that aligns your mind with cosmic energy. A proper pronunciation (Uccharan) is vital to unlock the full benefits of the puja.

If you are unsure about chanting, it is best to hire a professional. SmartPuja provides experienced Pandits who perform the entire 16-step ritual with authentic Vedic chanting.

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