# Rudram — Salutations to Lord Shri Rudra > Vedic hymn learning app with multi-language support and audio synchronization. (iPhone/iPad app by Venkateswaran Mahadevan.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rudram/id551601253 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Venkateswaran Mahadevan](https://appshunter.io/developer/551041651) - Category: Lifestyle, Music - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.20/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 8.0 · 65 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2012-08-21 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rudram/id551601253/reviews.md ## What is Rudram? OM Mahastro presents this Great hymn 'Shri Rudram' also known as 'Sri Rudraprashnah' in the form of an App with unique and useful features that facilitates the devotees of lord shiva in expressing their prayers and salutations. Note : In 'Rudram Namakam chamakam audio' , as Namakam itself is a considerable lengthy hymn, we have made the Chamakam as a separate app similar to this one. "VEDHA PATASHALA SERIES" THE BEST WAY TO LEARN ANY STOTRAM OR MANTRAM ON THE GO... Features of this App:- From version 2.0.0, the app is now fully functional with all the special features listed below WITHOUT any limitations. This App is specially designed to accommodate unique features like : 1. Gurukulam way of learning. 2. Multi-language support for Shri Rudram in Telugu, Hindi, Sanskrit, English, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam and more to be included. 3.Text Auto-Scroll relative to the Audio. 4. Highlighted text in a bigger size, in the middle of the screen. 5. Two-speed levels. 6. Search utility for easy traversing at the top right. 7. 'Meaning' of the "mantram" that runs along with the text and audio. 8. Font Increase and Decrease option. 9. Advanced learning with 'Word' repeat in learning mode. 10. "Full Audio Repeat" with repeat once or repeat loop feature. A word of caution to those who wants to learn and chant 'Sri Rudram': One should consider Vedic chanting, a very sensitive subject matter. If not properly chanted, it may even yield negative results. Unlike a sloka or stotram, for a Mantra, it needs special attention to its complex reciting rules like, specific time duration to utter letters (dheergam, hrasvam and plutam), different Intonations (Udata, Anudata and Svarita) and meters referred as chandas and many such things. Since this is so, It is best advised and recommended to initially start learning any Vedic Hymn from an adept GURU and then to follow further practice with the help of any tools such as this app. Know what Shri Rudram is : 'Shri Rudram' is a Vedic hymn that forms a part of Yajur Veda. A Prayer is something that we place as our request or demand to our favourite deity. But a Salutation is something that we praise the attributes of our dearest lord and cherish those attributes in the form of bhakti. This beautiful and unique vedic hymn is set in such a way that, it is not only a prayer to Lord Shiva but is also a beautiful rhythmic salutations (Namah:) that we offer to our dear lord Shiva. There is no other Vedic mantra that has this unique feature as in 'Shri Rudram' that, the word 'Namah:'(i.e, salutation) is attached to each and every divine name of the supreme lord. Though this looks very much similar to a naamaavali, it is much greater and supreme, as it forms a part of our holy veda. There is a famous saying that goes like this ... ** " camakaṁ namakaṁ caiva pauruṣasūktaṁ tathaiva ca nityaṁ trayaṁ prayuñjāno brahmaloke mahīyate " ** Meaning -- He whoever recites Namakam and Chamakam along with Purusa Sooktam on a daily basis, will be honoured in Brahmaloka. The great Sayanacharya, who has made a complete commentaries on all the four veda, has mentioned in his veda bhasyam about 'Shri Rudram', that it has its uniqueness in being a part of both karma(materialistic plane) and jnyana(spiritual plane). That means, for one who aspires for material prosperity(prayers with desires is karma) is also granted and with contrast to this, for those who aspires for knowledge alone without any desire and its fruits, will also be fulfilled.(i.e, is moksha or liberation). There is so much greatness attached to 'Shri Rudram' that the list will never end. One has to experience for himself. When Rudram as such is referred, it means both the Namakam and Chamakam part together only.Namakam includes the salutations and Chamakam includes our prayers, each forming 11 anuvakas to resemble the 11 forms of Rudra. May Lord Shiva Bless all. Om Namah Shivaya. ## Key features - Multi-language support (Telugu, Hindi, Sanskrit, English, Tamil, Kannada) - Audio-synced text with auto-scrolling - Highlighted text in larger font size - Adjustable font size - Word repeat for advanced learning - Full audio repeat (once or loop) - Meaning of mantras provided ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Rudram Pro | $1.99 | one-time | | Support Us - Option I | $2.99 | one-time | | Support Us - Option II | $8.99 | one-time | | Support Us - Option III | $21.99 | one-time | | Support Us - Option IV | $44.99 | one-time | | Support Us - Option V | $64.99 | one-time | | Support Us - Option VI | $89.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (5 of 5) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rudram/id551601253/reviews.md ### 4/5 — Navigation *2023-10-23* Pls improve navigation controls… include navigation to a specific location based on search, fwd/bwd, fast and slow speed in reciting and learning mode. ### 5/5 — Rudram app is Good for Both learning and reciting *2023-02-19* I was really searching for someone to teach me Rudram but looks like Rudra himself routed me to this one. May Lord bless your for your good hard work and really helpful for people like me who wants to learn Rudram. Many Many thanks 🙏🌸🌸🌸🙏🕉️ ### 5/5 — Awesome app to learn Rudram *2020-05-27* This is one of the best app to learn Rudram. Very easy to sing and follow the text in learning mode and listen the same in reciting mode. Thank you very much for developing it. 🙏 **Developer response:** Dear Sadguru Das, We are glad you liked the app. As you said, the app's main purpose is to give an easy learning process and give a pleasing divine experience. Did you happen to check the "Meaning" of the mantram option? If you have any suggestions or feedback! write to support@mahastro.com . May Lord Rudra bless you all. Mahastro The Vedic Tradition's Destiny www.mahastro.com ### 5/5 — Best app to learn Rudram *2020-04-15* Hands down this is the one the best apps available in App Store to learn Rudram. Easy to follow text while chanting and very easy learning format. I was looking all over the web for the text to learn Rudram, but this app just made the entire learning process very easy. Thank you so much!! **Developer response:** Dear User, We are very happy to know that the app helps you with your learning process. We believe, you checked other new features of the app and found it useful. To name a few, "Meaning of the mantram", Font increase & decrease adjustment, Audio repeat mode, learning audio repeat twice for gurukulam way of repetition, and more. We have planned Rudram like features for all other similar apps and all are currently work in progress. We will release them one by one in the coming months. If you have any suggestions to share, please write them to support@mahastro.com . May Lord Rudra bless you and all. Mahastro The Vedic Tradition's Destiny www.mahastro.com ### 2/5 — Disappointed *2015-03-11* Too fast, unable to play whole hymn at once have to click next continually Graphics are nice ## Frequently asked questions about Rudram ### What is Rudram? Rudram is a Vedic hymn that forms part of the Yajur Veda. It is a prayer and a salutation to Lord Shiva, with the word 'Namah:' attached to each divine name of the supreme lord. ### Does Rudram offer offline play? The provided data does not specify if Rudram offers offline play. However, it is designed for learning and chanting on the go, suggesting potential offline functionality for its core features. ### What languages does Rudram support? Rudram currently supports Shri Rudram in Telugu, Hindi, Sanskrit, English, Tamil, and Kannada, with plans to include more languages. ### How does Rudram help with learning Vedic chanting? Rudram facilitates learning through features like Gurukulam-style education, audio-synced text, highlighted text, adjustable font sizes, and advanced learning options like word repetition and full audio repeat. ### Is Rudram suitable for beginners? While Rudram is a helpful tool, the app advises that Vedic chanting is a sensitive subject. It is recommended to initially learn from an adept Guru before using tools like Rudram for practice. ### What are the learning modes in Rudram? Rudram offers a 'learning mode' that includes 'Word' repeat for advanced practice, alongside features like 'Full Audio Repeat' with options to repeat once or loop. ### What devices is Rudram available on? Rudram is available for iPhone and iPod devices. ### How often is Rudram updated? The latest version of Rudram is 2.0.0, which was last updated on February 18, 2020. This indicates a significant update was released at that time. ## Version history (last 3 releases) ### 2.0.0 — 2020-02-18 From this version, our app will function without any limitations that we previously had. Also, this time we have added many new exciting features that you will find interesting. They are : 1) 'Meaning' of the Hymn that runs along with the text and audio with an option to pause and read it comfortably. 2) Font Increase and Decrease and 'Full Audio Repeat' options. 3) 'Word Repeat' in the learning mode to allow parroting twice to learn tough sections easier. 4) This new version of the app also includes our earlier six existing Unique Special Features. All these are now TOTALLY FREE to use without any limitations. To give a comfortable learning experience and also to handle all features at the same time, we have now changed the app's layout from portrait to landscape mode. We've also refined the overall app performance to cater these new features to give a smooth experience. ### 1.1 — 2014-06-03 Improved User Interface ### 1.0 — 2012-08-20 No release notes. ## Apps similar to Rudram | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Awesome Hanuman w/ Chalisa, Aarti, Sunderkand, Bhajan](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/awesome-hanuman-w-chalisa-aarti-sunderkand-bhajan/id987783883) | 4.9 (8) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Vishnu Sahasranama Stotra](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vishnu-sahasranama-stotra/id1510821706) | 4.8 (10) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Mygate Premium](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mygate-premium/id1101762651) | 4.7 (2,958) | Free | Lifestyle | | [NoBrokerHood - Manage Visitors](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nobrokerhood-manage-visitors/id1357972233) | 3.9 (46) | Free | Lifestyle | | [TTDevasthanams](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ttdevasthanams/id1217015929) | 4.8 (1,097) | Free | Lifestyle | | [Japa 108 - Counter & Tracker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/japa-108-counter-and-tracker/id1434423184) | 4.7 (1,203) | Free | Lifestyle | ## More apps by Venkateswaran Mahadevan - [Aditya Hrudayam Stotram](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aditya-hrudayam-stotram/id871042411) - [Navagraha Stothram](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/navagraha-stothram/id876852029) - [Thiruppavai](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thiruppavai/id881573643) - [Vishnu Sahasranama Stotram](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vishnu-sahasranama-stotram/id881933391) - [Vishnu Sahasranama Stotram HD](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vishnu-sahasranama-stotram-hd/id881971645) All apps by Venkateswaran Mahadevan: https://appshunter.io/developer/551041651 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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