108 Powerful Hindu Mantras: The Ultimate Vedic Chanting Guide
The 108 Sacred Vibrations
From the Gayatri Mantra to the Mahamrityunjaya, here is the definitive guide to the most potent vibrations in Hinduism to transform your life.
Chanting a mantra 108 times aligns your personal vibration with the cosmic frequency of the universe. Below are the Top 10 Maha Mantras followed by the complete list of 108.
🐘 Lord Ganesha
Meaning
“I bow to the Lord of the Ganas (Groups), the remover of all obstacles and the master of intellect.”
When to Chant?
Before starting anything new. Whether it’s a new job, an exam, or a journey, this mantra clears the path of hurdles.
🔱 Lord Shiva
Meaning
“I bow to Shiva.” (Shiva represents the true Self). The five syllables Na-Ma-Shi-Va-Ya purify the five elements of the body.
When to Chant?
For anxiety and stress. It acts as a deep cleanser for the mind, bringing instant calmness.
☀️ The Sun (Savitur)
भर्गो देवस्य धीमहि धियो यो नः प्रचोदयात्
Meaning
“We meditate on the glory of the Creator, who is the embodiment of Knowledge and Light. May He enlighten our intellect.”
When to Chant?
At Sunrise. This is the most powerful mantra for students seeking sharpness of mind.
💰 Goddess Lakshmi
प्रसीद प्रसीद ॐ श्रीं ह्रीं श्रीं महालक्ष्म्यै नमः
Meaning
“I offer my obeisance to Goddess Lakshmi, who resides on the lotus and brings abundance to the devotee.”
When to Chant?
Fridays. Chant this to attract financial stability and luxury.
🐚 Lord Vishnu
Meaning
“I bow to the Lord who lives in the hearts of all beings (Vasudeva).” It is the 12-syllable Mukti Mantra.
When to Chant?
Daily usage. It is the ultimate mantra for spiritual liberation (Moksha).
🔥 Lord Shiva (Rudra)
उर्वारुकमिव बन्धनान् मृत्योर्मुक्षीय मामृतात्
Meaning
“We worship the Three-Eyed One. As a ripe cucumber is severed from the bondage of the vine, may He liberate us from death.”
When to Chant?
During illness. It creates a protective shield (Kavach) against accidents and diseases.
📚 Goddess Saraswati
Meaning
“Salutations to Goddess Saraswati, the source of all knowledge.” ‘Aim’ is the Beeja mantra for wisdom.
When to Chant?
Before exams or study. Essential for students to improve memory.
🦸 Lord Hanuman
Meaning
“I bow to Lord Hanuman.” He is the embodiment of pure devotion and physical strength.
When to Chant?
Tuesdays. Chanting this removes fear, nightmares, and negative energies.
🕊️ Vedic Peace Mantra
Meaning
“May all beings be happy. May all be free from illness. May all see what is auspicious.”
When to Chant?
At the end of Puja. It brings harmony to the household.
🦚 Lord Krishna
हरे राम हरे राम राम राम हरे हरे
Meaning
“O Energy of the Lord (Hare), O All-Attractive (Krishna), O Supreme Enjoyer (Rama), please engage me in your service.”
When to Chant?
Anytime. It is considered the ‘Maha Mantra’ for the Kali Yuga.
The Complete Collection (Mantras 11-108)
| # | Mantra | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| 11 | Om Vakratundaya Hum | For removing difficult thoughts. |
| 12 | Om Kshipra Prasadaya Namah | For quick results in endeavors. |
| 13 | Om Ekadantaya Namah | For focus and concentration. |
| 14 | Om Lambodaraya Namah | For removing sins of gluttony/desire. |
| 15 | Om Vignaraajaya Namah | For leadership success. |
| 16 | Om Gajananaaya Namah | For wisdom and intellect. |
| 17 | Om Vikataya Namah | For overcoming difficult situations. |
| 18 | Om Vinayakaya Namah | For becoming a leader. |
| 19 | Om Sumukhaya Namah | For beauty and charm. |
| 20 | Om Bhalachandraya Namah | For mental peace. |
| # | Mantra | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| 21 | Om Rudraya Namah | For protection from anger. |
| 22 | Om Sadashivaya Namah | For eternal happiness. |
| 23 | Om Maheswaraya Namah | For mastering the senses. |
| 24 | Om Neelakanthaya Namah | For removing poisons (negativity). |
| 25 | Om Mrityunjayaya Namah | For conquering fear of death. |
| 26 | Om Tatpurushaya Vidmahe (Rudra Gayatri) | For higher consciousness. |
| 27 | Om Sharvaya Namah | For removing suffering. |
| 28 | Om Pasupataye Namah | For kindness to animals/beings. |
| 29 | Om Ugraya Namah | For strength in battle/lawsuits. |
| 30 | Om Bhimaya Namah | For immense physical strength. |
| # | Mantra | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| 31 | Om Narayanaya Namah | For family harmony. |
| 32 | Om Achyutaya Namah | For unshakeable faith. |
| 33 | Om Govindaya Namah | For satisfaction of senses. |
| 34 | Om Madhavaya Namah | For knowledge of the sweet absolute. |
| 35 | Om Shri Ramaya Namah | For Dharma and righteousness. |
| 36 | Om Ramabhadraya Namah | For protection of the family. |
| 37 | Om Ramachandraya Namah | For cooling the mind. |
| 38 | Om Kleem Krishnaya Namah | For attracting love. |
| 39 | Om Gopala Krishna Namah | For blessings of children. |
| 40 | Om Narasimhaya Namah | For protection from evil eyes. |
| 41 | Om Trivikramaya Namah | For expanding one’s horizons. |
| 42 | Om Vamanaya Namah | For humility. |
| 43 | Om Matsyaya Namah | For saving from drowning (troubles). |
| 44 | Om Kurmaya Namah | For stability in life. |
| 45 | Om Varahaya Namah | For retrieving lost assets. |
| 46 | Om Parashuramaya Namah | For courage. |
| 47 | Om Kalkiye Namah | For destroying filth/sin. |
| 48 | Om Hayagrivaya Namah | For supreme knowledge. |
| 49 | Om Dhanvantaraye Namah | For health and medicine. |
| 50 | Om Venkateshaya Namah | For wealth and mukti. |
| # | Mantra | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| 51 | Om Dum Durgaye Namah | For protection from enemies. |
| 52 | Om Aim Hreem Kleem Chamundaye Vichche | For energy and destroying evil. |
| 53 | Om Parvatye Namah | For a happy marriage. |
| 54 | Om Kalikaye Namah | For destroying ego/fear. |
| 55 | Om Gauri Shankaraya Namah | For finding a good spouse. |
| 56 | Ya Devi Sarva Bhuteshu (Lakshmi) | For seeing divinity in all. |
| 57 | Om Annapurnaye Namah | For never lacking food. |
| 58 | Om Lalita Tripurasundaryai Namah | For beauty and grace. |
| 59 | Om Katyayanyai Namah | For removing marriage delays. |
| 60 | Om Santoshi Mataye Namah | For satisfaction. |
| # | Mantra | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| 61 | Om Suryaya Namah (Sun) | For fame, health, and father’s blessings. |
| 62 | Om Chandraya Namah (Moon) | For emotional balance and mother. |
| 63 | Om Mangalaya Namah (Mars) | For removing debts and anger. |
| 64 | Om Budhaya Namah (Mercury) | For business and communication. |
| 65 | Om Brihaspataye Namah (Jupiter) | For wisdom and guru’s grace. |
| 66 | Om Shukraya Namah (Venus) | For luxury, love, and vehicles. |
| 67 | Om Shanishcharaya Namah (Saturn) | For discipline and longevity. |
| 68 | Om Rahuve Namah (Rahu) | For success in foreign lands. |
| 69 | Om Ketuve Namah (Ketu) | For spirituality and detachment. |
| # | Mantra | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| 70 | Om Subramanyaya Namah | For victory in litigation. |
| 71 | Om Saravanabhavaya Namah | For Kartikeya’s grace. |
| 72 | Om Ayyappaya Namah | For discipline (Sabarimala). |
| 73 | Om Sai Ram | For universal faith. |
| 74 | Om Dattatreyaya Namah | For lineage blessings. |
| 75 | Om Yakshaya Kuberaya Namah | For preserving wealth. |
| 76 | Om Vishwakarmaya Namah | For engineers/architects. |
| 77 | Om Garudaya Namah | For protection from snakes/poison. |
| 78 | Om Agnidevaaya Namah | For digestive health. |
| 79 | Om Vayudevaaya Namah | For strength and speed. |
| 80 | Om Varunaya Namah | For water/rain. |
| 81 | Om Indraya Namah | For leadership. |
| 82 | Om Yamaya Namah | For understanding dharma. |
| 83 | Om Chitraguptaya Namah | For record keeping/accountants. |
| 84 | Om Kamadevaya Namah | For romance. |
| 85 | Om Dhanvantari (Maha) | Supreme healing mantra. |
| # | Mantra | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| 86 | Asato Ma Sadgamaya | Lead me from untruth to truth. |
| 87 | Tamaso Ma Jyotirgamaya | Lead me from darkness to light. |
| 88 | Mrityor Ma Amritamgamaya | Lead me from death to immortality. |
| 89 | Om Purnamadah Purnamidam | Realizing completeness/infinity. |
| 90 | Om Sahana Vavatu | For teacher-student harmony. |
| 91 | Om Dyau Shanti | Peace in the heavens and earth. |
| 92 | Brahmarpanam Brahma Havir | Chanted before eating food. |
| 93 | Kayena Vacha (Samarpan) | Surrendering all actions to God. |
| 94 | Tvameva Mata Cha Pita Tvameva | Surrender to the Divine Parent. |
| 95 | Karpur Gauram Karunavataram | Shiva Mangala Aarti. |
| 96 | Jai Jagdish Hare | Vishnu Aarti. |
| 97 | Om Shanti Shanti Shanti | Removing three types of suffering. |
| 98 | Aham Brahmasmi | I am the Universe (Upanishad). |
| 99 | Tat Tvam Asi | You are That (Upanishad). |
| 100 | Sat Chit Ananda | Truth, Consciousness, Bliss. |
| 101 | Om Mani Padme Hum | Compassion (Buddhist/Hindu). |
| 102 | So Hum | I am He (Breath meditation). |
| 103 | Om Eem Hreem Kleem | Beeja Mantras for Shakti. |
| 104 | Om Hreem Namah | Purifying the heart. |
| 105 | Om Kleem Namah | Attraction and love. |
| 106 | Om Dum Durgaye | Protection Beeja Mantra. |
| 107 | Om Gam Ganapataye | Success Beeja Mantra. |
| 108 | OM (Pranava Mantra) | The sound of the Universe. |
Unlock the Full Power of Mantras
Chanting at home is powerful, but a Vedic Homa performed by experienced Pandits amplifies the result by 100x. Correct pronunciation, Agni (Fire), and Sankalp are the keys to unlocking miracles.
