Mantra Chanting
1. Om Namah Shivaya
A simple salutation to Lord Shiva
Sanskrit
ॐ नमः शिवाय॥
English Transliteration
Om Namah Shivaya.
Meaning
“Om. I bow to Shiva.”
The prayer expresses reverence and surrender. You may approach it as a moment to set aside distractions and offer your attention wholeheartedly.
How to Begin
Repeat the words slowly in a gentle voice. Allow the phrase to finish naturally before beginning again.
If you are new to chanting, start with a few repetitions. There is no need to lengthen the sound beyond what feels comfortable.
2. Mahamrityunjaya Mantra
A prayer addressing the Three-Eyed Lord
Sanskrit
ॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम्। उर्वारुकमिव बन्धनान्मृत्योर्मुक्षीय मामृतात्॥
English Transliteration
Om Tryambakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushtivardhanam Urvarukamiva Bandhanan Mrityor Mukshiya Maamritat.
Meaning
“We worship the Three-Eyed One, fragrant and nourishing all. As a ripe cucumber is released from its stem, may I be freed from the bonds of death, but not from immortality.”
The verse uses an image of natural release to express a spiritual longing for freedom.
How to Learn It
Practise one line at a time:
- Read the Sanskrit alongside the transliteration.
- Learn each phrase slowly.
- Join the phrases when they feel familiar.
- Keep your breathing natural throughout.
3. Shiva Gayatri Mantra
A prayer for illumination and understanding
Sanskrit
ॐ तत्पुरुषाय विद्महे महादेवाय धीमहि। तन्नो रुद्रः प्रचोदयात्॥
English Transliteration
Om Tatpurushaya Vidmahe Mahadevaya Dhimahi Tanno Rudrah Prachodayat.
Meaning
“May we know that Supreme Being; may we meditate upon Mahadeva. May Rudra inspire and guide our understanding.”
How to Practise
Read the meaning, then recite the prayer at an unhurried pace. Let the request for guidance become a moment to reflect on your decisions and responsibilities.
If you follow a teacher or family tradition, use the pronunciation and practice taught within it.
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