Nilakantha Naam
नीलकण्ठ नाम
What is Nilakantha Naam?
Salutations to Shiva as Nilakantha. Nilakantha is the Shiva name used here. It is not a shortened version of every Shiva prayer, so retain its own wording and meaning.
ॐ नीलकण्ठाय नमः॥
Transliteration & pronunciation
Om nīlakaṇṭhāya namaḥ ||
Om neelakanthaaya namah ·
This Roman reading aid is approximate, not a certified pronunciation lesson. aa, ee and oo indicate long vowels. Learn Sanskrit sounds and recitation variants with a teacher.
Meaning in English
Salutations to Shiva as Nilakantha.
हिन्दी अर्थ
नीलकण्ठ भगवान शिव को प्रणाम।
Traditional context
Nilakantha is the Shiva name used here. It is not a shortened version of every Shiva prayer, so retain its own wording and meaning.
How can I begin?
These are spiritual practices and do not replace qualified medical diagnosis or treatment. Rest when tired, avoid breath retention and keep any practice compatible with your care plan.
Choose a clean, comfortable place. Read the meaning and learn the words slowly. For general remembrance, there is no count, mala or fixed time imposed here. Learn formal vows within your own tradition.
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What does Nilakantha Naam mean?
Salutations to Shiva as Nilakantha.
Does this text need practitioner guidance?
You can begin by reading the meaning and learning the words. Ask about your tradition’s rules before a formal vow.
Should I stop treatment while chanting?
No. Continue the treatment agreed with your clinician. A prayer can accompany care; it does not replace it.
Source & review status
GuruShakti supplied collection, entry 64. Devanagari and both meanings were imported from the supplied manuscript. Review information is shown below.
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