If someone says “108 Saranam” in a Tamil/Shaivite context, they mean 108 times.
Reciting the 108 Sarana Ghosham is more than a ritual; it is a spiritual exercise believed to: 108 saranam english
The mantra "108 Saranam" consists of 108 names or attributes of the ultimate reality, Lord Vishnu, or the Supreme Self. Each name represents a unique aspect of the divine, highlighting its benevolent and protective qualities. By reciting these names, devotees express their surrender and devotion to the divine, seeking refuge from the trials and tribulations of life. If someone says “108 Saranam” in a Tamil/Shaivite
or simply "Saranam Saranam" – repeated 108 times. By reciting these names, devotees express their surrender
I take refuge in Bhairava (The Terrible/Timeless One). I take refuge in Kaal Bhairava (The Lord of Time). I take refuge in Dandapani (The Staff-bearing Protector).
The 108 names are divided into several categories, including: