Surya Namaskar 12 Mantrasसूर्य नमस्कार मन्त्र
Devoted to Surya (Sun) — 12 forms
Source: Aditya Hridaya tradition + Yajurveda
Transliteration
Om Mitraya Namah | Om Ravaye Namah | Om Suryaya Namah | Om Bhanave Namah | Om Khagaya Namah | Om Pushne Namah | Om Hiranya-garbhaya Namah | Om Marichaye Namah | Om Adityaya Namah | Om Savitre Namah | Om Arkaya Namah | Om Bhaskaraya Namah
Meaning (English)
Salutations to the Friend, Radiant One, Sun, Lustrous One, Sky-Wanderer, Nourisher, Golden Womb, Ray-Possessor, Son of Aditi, Stimulator, Worthy of Praise, and Light-Maker. One mantra per round of Surya Namaskar (12 postures × 12 names = 144 total). Each name invokes a different cosmic function of the Sun.
Benefits (Phal)
Strengthens heart, digestion, willpower, and vitality (per Surya = atmakaraka). Balances Sun in birth chart, dispels lethargy and depression. Twelve cycles daily said to cure most chronic diseases. Improves complexion, vision, and confidence. Recommended for those with weak Sun, Saturn dasha, or low self-esteem.
When to Chant
Sunrise daily; Sundays; Rath Saptami (Magha Shukla Saptami).
How to Chant
Face east at sunrise; mat facing the Sun; one mantra per Surya Namaskar round; ideally 12 rounds; offer arghya (water with red flowers) at start.
Book a pandit for Surya Namaskar 12 Mantras jaap
Major sankalp (1.25 lakh count or more) traditionally requires a trained pandit. Verified pandits perform on your behalf with full video proof + sankalpa with your gotra/nakshatra.