MANTRA Mantra is a Sanskrit word - it’s etymology comes from “*manas”* - mind and “ *trai”* - device or support. Mantra is support for the mind.
Rig Veda 10.191.3 समानो मन्त्रः समितिः समानी समानं मनः सह चित्तमेषाम् । समानं मन्त्रमभि मन्त्रये वः समानेन वो हविषा जुहोमि ॥ samāno mantraḥ samitiḥ samānī samānam manaḥ saha cittam eṣām | samānam mantram abhi mantraye vaḥ samānena vo haviṣā juhomi || “Common be the prayer of these (assembled worshippers), common be the acquisition, common the purpose, associated be the desire. I repeat for you a common prayer, I offer for you with a common oblation.” AGNI PURANAM Chapter 293 - Different kinds of mantras and their nomenclature *Fire-god said**:* 1. Listen to me! I shall describe the science <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/science#hinduism> relating to the mystic formulas that would yield enjoyment and emancipation. O Brahmin <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/brahmin#history>! The mystic formulas containing more than twenty letters are known to be *mālāmantras*. 2. The mystic formulas having more than ten letters (and less than twenty) are designated as *arvāgbījas*. These yield results in the old age, while the *mālāmantras* in the youth. 3-5a. The formulas having more than five letters yield fruits always. The other formulas belonging to the group of *mantras <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/mantra#purana>* are of three kinds such as feminine, masculine and neuter. The feminine *mantras* end with (the term) Svāhā <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/svaha#purana> (consort of Fire). The neuter *mantras* end with (the term) obeisance. The rest are masculine. They are commended (to be used) in charms to subjugate and to drive away (evil). The feminine (*mantras*) (are used) to destroy diseases due to mean acts, while the neuter ones in other cases. 5b-7. *Mantras* (are also classified as) *āgneya <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/agneya#purana>* (fiery) and *saumya <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/saumya#purana>* (pleasing). They should be repeated at the beginning and end of the asterisms and the halves. The *āgneya mantra <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/mantra#purana>* is generally laid down as having the asterism at the end and the fire and the ether (in greater proportions). The rest (are said to be) *saumya*. The two (varieties of *mantras*) are commended to be used in cruel and good deeds (respectively). The *āgneya mantra* may perhaps be *saumya* by the addition of ‘obeisance’ at the end. *Saumya mantra* (would also) in the same way (be) *āgneya* by the addition of the syllable *phaṭ*. 8. A *mantra* would not accomplish (the result) if it is either asleep or awakened. The sleeping state (of a *mantra*) is when there is powerful (breath through the nostrils and the waking state when the breath) flows through the right (nostril). 9. By the inversion (of the letters) of an *āgneya mantra* one would get (the letters) of a *saumya mantra*. One should ascertain the waking state of both (the mantras) and the day for both. 10-14a. The *mantras*, whose letters are presided over by baneful asterisms and constellations, should be avoided. In order to acquire kingdom, the vowel letters which are inimical to the component letters of one’s name, should be first arranged in due order. “May you go and fill the abode of the king <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/king#history>”. Thus the script is made ready. The vowels should be arranged in the different asterisms in order ending with the (asterism) Revatī <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/revati#purana>. The chambers should be marked as the *siddhas <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/siddha#purana>* (successful, such as the ninth, the first and the fifth chamber), the *sādhyas <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/sadhya#purana>* (successful in time, such as the sixth the tenth and the second chamber), the *susiddhas <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/susiddha#hinduism>* (extremely successful, such as the third, the seventh and the eleventh chamber), and the *ari* (hostile, such as the fourth, the eighth and the twelfth chamber) and the character of each *mantra* in relation to the name of the individual to whom it should be imparted, should be calculated therefrom. l4b-15. One accomplishes merely by the repetition of the *siddha <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/siddha#purana> (mantra*). The *sādhya <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/sadhya#purana> (mantra*) (could accomplish) by the repetition, worship <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/worship#hinduism> and making an oblation <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/oblation#hinduism>. The *susiddha <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/susiddha#hinduism> (mantra*) would accomplish by mere contemplation. (The *mantra* known as) *ari* would destroy the votary. A *mantra* full of baneful letters of the alphabet is condemned by all. 16. After having been duly initiated ending with the ceremonial bathing and after having had the exposition of the *tantra <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/tantra#purana>* from the preceptor, one has to practise the desired *mantra* got from the preceptor. 17-18a. A person who is bold, competent, pure, devoted, bent on repetition, contemplation and the like, accomplished, who practises penance, is intelligent, knows the *tantra*, speaks the truth and is capable of restraining and blessing (the disciple) is said to be a preceptor. 18b-19. A disciple (should be) calm, restrained, clever, studied, celebate, and eating food <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/food#hinduism> fit for oblation. He should do service to the preceptor. He should be eager to accomplish. He (should be) instructed. He (should be) like a son, modest and capable of giving money. 20-21a. A *mantra* should be imparted by the preceptor. When it is accomplished the preceptor should repeat it a thousand times. A *mantra* that has been heard accidentally, or got by fraudulent means or by force or written on a leaf <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/leaf#hinduism> or (got) in the form of a *gāthā <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/gatha#purana>* (a verse) would not bear any fruit. 21b-23a. One who practises a *mantra* by means of several acts such as repetition, oblation, worship and the like, attains success by little practice. There is nothing which cannot be achieved by means of a *mantra* that has been perfectly practised. What to say about a person who has practised many *mantras*. He is really Śiva <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/shiva#purana> Himself. 23b-24a. A *mantra* (consisting) of a single letter bears fruit after repetition for ten lakh <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/lakh#hinduism> (a million) times. The repetition is reduced as the number of letters (in the *mantra*) is increased. In this way one has to flock together the other *mantras*. 24b-25. The *mantras* containing letters twice or thrice the *bīja <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/bija#purana> mantras* should be repeated like a *mālāmantra*. A *mantra* should be repeated a hundred and eight or a thousand times if the number of their repetition has not been specified. It is known that the number of libations and anointments is in general a tenth part of the number of repetitions. 26. For one who is not able to repeat, ghee <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/ghi#hinduism> (would be the material) for libation, in all the cases, if the material has not been specified. The number of repetitions of the component (*mantras*) would be a tenth as that of the main *mantra*. 27. When the *mantras* are repeated according to their potency, the presiding deities <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/deity#hinduism> of the *mantras* yield the desired (fruits). They get pleased with the contemplation, oblation and worship etc. of the votary. 28. The muttering of a *mantra* is ten times more meritorious than their loud repetition. Repetition with the tongue (within the mouth) is hundred times (meritorious). The mental (repetition) is known to be a thousand times (more meritorious). 29. One should begin the repetition of a *mantra* facing the east or looking downwards. All the *mantras* should begin with the *praṇava <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/pranava#purana>* (the syllable *Oṃ*). One should restrain from conversing and eat the prescribed food. 30. One has to repeat the *mantras* remaining seated. He should look at his preceptor and the (favourite) deity <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/deity#hinduism> alike. The places (suited for the practice) are a solitary cottage, temples and (banks of) rivers and tanks <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/tank#history>. 31-34. One who wants to gain perfection (in a *mantra*), should live on rice <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/rice#hinduism>-gruel, cakes, milk or *haviṣya <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/havishya#purana>* (that is to be offered to fire) food. The votary should worship the presiding deity of the *mantra* on the lunar days and week-days such as the eighth and fourteenth days of the dark fortnight and eclipses etc. Dasra <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/dasra#purana> (Aśvinī <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/ashvini#purana> devatā <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/devata#purana>), Yama <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/yama#purana> (God of Death), the Fire-god <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/fire-god#hinduism>, Dhātṛ <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/dhatri#purana> (Brahmā <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/brahma#purana>), the Moon, Rudra <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/rudra#purana>, Jupiter, Diti <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/diti#purana>, the serpents, the Pitṛs <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/pitri#purana>, Bhaga <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/bhaga#purana>, Aryamā <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/aryaman#purana>, the Sun, Tvaṣṭṛ <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/tvashtri#purana>, the Maruts <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/maruts#hinduism>, Indra <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/indra#purana>, the Fire-god, Mitra <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/mitra#purana>, Indra, Nirṛti <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/nirriti#purana>. the Water <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/water#hinduism>, Viśvedevas <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/vishvedeva#purana>, Hṛṣīkeśa <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/hrishikesha#purana> (name of Viṣṇu <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/vishnu#purana>), the Winds, the god of water (Varuṇa <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/varuna#purana>), Ajaikapād (one of Rudras <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/rudra#purana> ), Ahirbudhnya <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/ahirbudhnya#purana> (one of the Rudras), Pūṣan <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/pushan#purana> are the deities of (the asterisms) Aśvinī and others. 35-36a. The fire-god, Dasra (Aśvinī devatā), Umā (consort of Śiva), Nighna <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/nighna#purana> (Vināyaka <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/vinayaka#purana>?), Nāga <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/naga#purana> (serpent), the Moon ( Candra <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/candra#purana>), the Sun, the divine mothers, (goddess) Durgā <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/durga#purana>, the presiding deities of the cardinal points, Kṛṣṇa <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/krishna#purana>, Vaivasvata <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/vaivasvata#purana> (god of death), Śiva, the Moon (Śaśāṅka <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/shashanka#purana>) and the Pitṛs are the presiding deities of the lunar days. 36b-40. Hara <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/hara#purana> (Śiva), Durgā, Jupiter, Viṣṇu, Brahmā, Lakṣmī <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/lakshmi#purana> and Kubera <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/kubera#purana> are the presiding deities of the days of the week. I shall describe the assignment of the letters (on the different parts of the body <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/body#hinduism>). The letters constituting the five groups (of consonants such as *ka, ca, ṭa, ta* and *pa*), should be assigned on the tips of the grown up hair, eyes, the pair of ears, nose, cheeks, lips, teeth, head, mouth, arms, feet, joints, sides, back, navel and heart in order. The letters *ya* and others should be assigned on the heart. Skin, blood, flesh, fat, bone, marrow and semen are the seven essential ingredients (of the body). The regent of the letters beginning with *rasa <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/rasa#purana>* (essential juice) and ending with *payas <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/payas#purana>* (milk) should be written. 41-42. Śrīkaṇṭha <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/shrikantha#purana>, Ananta <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/ananta#purana>, Sūkṣma <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/sukshma#purana>, Trimūrti <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/trimurti#purana>, Amareśvara <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/amareshvara#purana> (Indra), Agnīśa, Bhāvabhūti, Tithīśa, Sthāṇuka, Hara, Daṇḍīśa <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/dandisha#hinduism>, Bhautika <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/bhautika#purana>, Sadyojāta <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/sadyojata#purana>, Anugraheśvara <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/anugraheshvara#purana>, Akrūra <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/akrura#purana> and Mahāsena <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/mahasena#purana> are the presiding deities to be worshipped. 43-46. The deities Krodhīśa <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/krodhisha#hinduism>, Caṇḍa <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/canda#purana>, Pañcāntaka, Śiva, Rudra, Kūrma <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/kurma#purana>, Trinetra <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/trinetra#purana>, Caturānana <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/caturanana#hinduism>, Ajeśa <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/ajesha#purana>, Śarmā <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/sharman#purana>, Someśa, Lāṅgali <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/langali#purana>, Dāruka <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/daruka#purana>, Ardhanārīśvara <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/ardhanarishvara#purana>, Umā, Kānta <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/kanta#purana>, Āṣāḍhi <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/ashadhi#purana>, Daṇḍin <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/dandi#purana>, Atri <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/atri#purana>, Mīna <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/mina#purana>, Meṣa <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/mesha#purana>, Lohita <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/lohita#purana>, Śikhī <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/shikhi#purana>, Chagalaṇḍa, Dviraṇḍa, Mahākāla <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/mahakala#purana>, Bālin <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/balin#purana>, Bhujaṅga <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/bhujanga#purana>, Pinākī <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/pinaki#purana>, Khaḍgīśa <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/khadgisha#hinduism>, Baka <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/baka#purana>, Śveta <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/shveta#purana>, Bhṛgu <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/bhrigu#purana>, Laguḍī, Īśākṣa, Kṣaya <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/kshaya#purana> and Saṃvarta <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/samvarta#purana> (are also to be assigned). 47. After having written (the names of) the Rudras together with their consorts at first, then ending with obeisance, they should be assigned in order. Then the *aṅga <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/anga#purana>-mantras* should be located. All the *mantras* with their constituents are capable of yielding perfection. 48-51. These *aṅga-mantras* should be completed with the *hṛllekhā* and *vyoma <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/vyoma#purana>* and located. Then the heart and other parts of the body should be associated with the *aṅgamantras*. ‘Obeisance' would be for the heart, *svāhā* (oblation) for the head, *vaṣaṭ <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/vashat#purana>* for the tuft, *huṃ* for the armour, *vauṣaṭ* for the eye and *phaṭ* for the weapon <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/weapon#hinduism>. Eye need not be included when the five *aṅgas <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/anga#purana>* are uttered. Where there is no *aṅgamantra* (for a *mantra*), the location should be made in the self and repetition is made a million times. After having located in order the goddess Vāgīśī and the other gods mentioned, sesamum should be offered to the fire. The goddess of letters who bears the garland of letters, a pitcher, a book and a lotus would bestow the ability to compose poetry <https://www.wisdomlib.org/definition/poetry#history>. One should do the assignment at the beginning of an act. All the *mantras* become spotless and yield perfection by (the grace of) the divine mothers even if one is not a poet. KR IRS 171023 ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Jambunathan Iyer <[email protected]> Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2023 at 20:32 Subject: Devi mantras to chant in During Navratri To: Rajaram Krishnamurthi <[email protected]>, ARR < [email protected]>, YM - markandeya101091 < [email protected]>, venkat giri <[email protected]>, Yeddanapudi Markandeyulu <[email protected]>, SRIRAMAJAYAM < [email protected]>, Srinivasan Sridharan <[email protected]>, gopala krishnan <[email protected]>, Chittanandam V R < [email protected]>, N. Sekar <[email protected]> 9 Devi mantras in Navratri will make all your desires come true! 1. What are Mantras Mantras are especially crafted incantations that hold immense power. They have boundless spiritual energy that helps in concentrating on the almighty. Mantras are supposed to be uttered in a way that they create divine vibrations. These vibrations resound in the universe and bring peace of mind and happiness to us when we chant on them. Significance Of the Each Devi or Goddess Mantra Devi Mantras are known as Siddhi Mantra (the one with perfection). Each and every mantra is full of energy and power of Devi. Mantras of Devi, when chanted with genuine devotion, give positive results. These mantras ward off all troubles & blesses with success. All mantras are disclosed by the Almighty, through the Intelligence, experience of the divinely illuminated sages. Some such Mantras for each Devi are given below to make all your desires come true during this Navratri. For goddess Durga: Doom For realization for Goddess Durga, power, strength,protection, health, wealth, victory, wisdom, knowledge, elimination of enemies & grave problems, happy married life and all-round success. One gets whatever one wants. For goddess Mahalaxmi: Shreem For realization for Goddess Mahalaxmi, wealth, material gains, success in business or profession, elimination of ailments & worries, protection, getting beautiful wife, happy married life and all-round success. For goddess Saraswati: Ayeim or Aim For realization of Goddess Saraswati, knowledge, wisdom, success in exams, pleasure and all-round success. For goddess Kali: Kreem For realization for Goddess Kali, health, strength, protection, elimination of enemies, solution of grave problems and all-round success. For goddess Bagalamukhi: Hleem or Hlreem For realization of Goddess Bagalamukhi, quick elimination of all enemies, fierce power, victory, fame, elimination of tantra badha, nullifying maranproyogs of enemies and all-round success. For goddess Dhoomavati: Dhoom For realization of Goddess Dhoomavati, quick elimination of all adversaries, strength, fortune, protection, health, wealth and all-round success. For goddess Bhuvaneshwari: Hreem For realization for Goddess Bhuvaneshwari, getting everything including but not limited to Kundalini Jagran. The best and the most powerful. This mantra should be used for those who aspire to be leader of men and achieve every desire. It is important to remember to be reasonable for the mantra to be effective. For goddess Tara: Treem For realization of Goddess Tara, unending monetary gain, unlimited wealth, fortune, fame, happiness, victory and all-round success. All-In-One Devi Mantra All-in-one Mantra is capable of fulfilling all your heart desires. Only you need to change your japa form for different wishes. You can change your form of Japa with your requirement. Such as if you want wealth or Laxmi, you can chant - Ya devi sarvabhuteshu Lakshmi - rupena samsthita, namas tasyai. It’s the simplest of all Durga Mantras. How to chant One may chant any of the above mantras 108 times daily after the bath and before taking any meals from the day of Sthapana up to the day of Visarjan of Devi for the best results. In other days 9 times in morning and 9 times in evening hours any of above mantra must be chanted daily for your all-round happiness. How to Make It More Effective, More Powerful And More Useful Facing east while Mantra chanting gives special benefits. Chanting of mantra 108 times makes it a Siddha Mantra for the chanter. Light a Diya (lamp) of oil. If possible, offer flowers to an idol or a picture of Goddess or Devi. Finally, when chanting is over, sit for a few minutes with your eyes closed and thank mother for all her love in whatever form you want it. Happy Navratri Happy Navratri ... om om om ... IMPORTANT If you read spiritual blogs every day, you will be getting blessings of god since the name of god is like fire. Even if you touch fire unknowingly, your finger will burn. Similarly, if you read this even unknowingly, you will be getting blessings of God. You may please read, chant and share the Holy Mantras for creating spirituality on this beautiful planet earth. .............. om om om ... Om Sri Durgaya Namah ... om om om ... N Jambunathan Rengarajapuram-Kodambakkam-Chennai-Mob:9176159004 *" What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become by achieving your goals. If you want to live a happy life, tie it to a goal, not to people or things "* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Thatha_Patty" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/thatha_patty/CAL5XZoog-m8cBe%2B%2BD%2BEG8GwP4RTy99j1Y7y-Wb2PcZgAKXK2hA%40mail.gmail.com.
