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All Hindu Mantras

A comprehensive collection of sacred mantras from the Hindu tradition. Browse by deity to find mantras for worship, meditation, protection, and spiritual growth.

31 mantras across 15 deities

Frequently Asked Questions

MantraList.in features over 500 mantras spanning all major deities and traditions of Sanatan Dharma. Each mantra includes the original Sanskrit text, transliteration, meaning, chanting instructions, and spiritual benefits.
A mantra is typically a short, powerful phrase or syllable (like 'Om Namah Shivaya') designed for repetitive chanting (japa). A stotra is a longer devotional hymn or poem of praise, composed of multiple verses. Both are sacred, but mantras focus on vibrational power while stotras focus on devotional expression.
Beginners can start with universal mantras like 'Om' (the primordial sound), the Gayatri Mantra (for wisdom and illumination), or 'Om Namah Shivaya' (a five-syllable mantra for inner transformation). These are accessible to all and do not require formal initiation.
Traditional practice recommends chanting in multiples of 108, which is considered a sacred number in Hinduism. One full round on a mala (prayer beads) equals 108 repetitions. Beginners can start with 11 or 21 repetitions and gradually increase. The key is regularity rather than quantity.