Shiva Mantra is a very important meditation mantra which is used in the worship and sadhana of Lord Shiva. This mantra is ‘Om Namah Shivay’, which is considered important in many religious texts. By chanting Shiva Mantra the human mind attains peace, stability and spiritual progress.
Overall, the Shiva Mantra is a powerful spiritual practice for meditation and spiritual development that leads devotees to peace, balance, and growth.
Shiva Moola Mantra
Om Namah Shivaya॥
Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra
Om Tryambakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushti-Vardhanam
Urvarukamiva Bandhanan Mrityormukshiya Mamritat॥
Rudra Gayatri Mantra
Om Tatpurushaya Vidmahe Mahadevaya Dhimahi
Tanno Rudrah Prachodayat॥
Rudra Mantra
Om Namo Bhagwate Rudraay
Shiva Gayatri Mantra
Om Tatpurushaya Vidmahe Mahadevaya
Dhimahi Tanno Rudrah Prachodayat
Shiv Dhyaan Mantra
Karcharankritam Vaa Kaayjam Karmjam
Vaa Shravannayanjam Vaa Maansam Vaa Paradham I
Vihitam Vihitam Vaa Sarv Metat Kshamasva
Jay Jay Karunaabdhe Shree Mahadev Shambho II
Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra
Om Tryambakam Yajamahe
Sugandhim Pushti Vardhanam I
Urvarukamiva Bandhanath
Mrityormukshiya Mamritat II
Method of chanting Shiva Mantra
The method of chanting the Mantra is as follows:
- Choose a quiet and sacred place prepared in advance.
- Sit in meditation and calm your mind.
- Chant the mantra “Om Namah Shivay”.
- Use a rosary while chanting the mantra and tie one rosary with each mantra.
- Keep the mind pure and focused during chanting.
- During the worship of Shiva, pay obeisance to his idol or Shivalinga.
- After chanting, end the meditation and remember Shiva with a grateful mind.
Thus, by following the method of chanting the Mantra, you can be able to worship and worship Shiva.
The following are the benefits of chanting
- Mental peace and stability are experienced.
- More stability of meditation and a feeling of dedication develop.
- Devotion and dedication towards Shiva increase.
- The path to spiritual and mental progress is paved.
- Anxiety, restlessness and sorrow end.
- The human life of the seeker becomes balanced and positive influence spreads in the society.
- Confidence and surrender increases.
- Physical and mental diseases are cured.
- One experiences stability and balance in life.
- One receives the grace and blessings of Shiva which propels life towards righteousness, virtue, and prosperity.
Along with these benefits, regular chanting of the Mantra helps in making life positive and balanced.
FAQ
How many times is Mantra chanted?
The number of chants depends on the individual’s preference but is usually done 108 times.
Should it be done at a particular time?
The mantra can be chanted at any time, morning or evening.
Is chastity required for chanting Mantra?
Yes, one should remain in a pure mental and physical state while chanting the mantra.
For how many days should Mantra be chanted?
It depends on the individual’s spiritual practice and purpose, but regular chanting is recommended.
Can even children do it?
Yes, children can also chant the Mantra, but they need the right direction and guidance.
What are the beliefs associated with chanting Mantra?
Chanting this Mantra leads to good health, mental balance and happiness.
Should Mantra be chanted on any particular day?
Chanting Mantra on special days like Monthly Shivratri or Mahashivratri gives special results.
