Vishnu Sahasranamam is a sacred hymn comprising 1000 names of Lord Vishnu and forms a part of the great epic Mahabharata. According to Anushasanika of Mahabharata, Bhishma teaches this sacred hymn to Yudhisthira (the eldest of the 5 Pandavas), as the greatest hymn to attain peace, prosperity, and Moksha (salvation). Each name has unique meaning and power, and hence is considered as a supreme sacred chant for the preserver archetype, Vishnu. As per traditional belief, chanting or listening to this sacred hymn, which comprises of 1000 names of Vishnu can bestow wealth, material comforts, happiness, success, relief from fear & negative thoughts, and grant salvation.
