Mahashivratri 2024: Lord Shiva, also known as Mahadev, is one of the most revered and worshipped gods in Hinduism. He is part of the Trinity, along with Lord Brahma and Lord Vishnu. Lord Shiva embodies qualities such as goodness, protection, and kindness.
Lord Shiva is affectionately referred to as Bholenath, meaning 'the innocent one.' Many consider him to be the most merciful and selfless deity in Hinduism. He is worshipped as both the creator and the destroyer.
Here, we have listed some powerful Lord Shiva mantras and their benefits:
1. Shiva Gayatri Mantra:
Om Tatpurushaya Vidmahe Mahadevaya Deemahi Tanno Rudrah Prachodayat..!!
Meaning: Let me meditate on the great Purusha, the greatest God. Grant me higher intellect, and may God Rudra illuminate my mind.
2. Panchakshari Shiva Mantra:
Om Namah Shivaya..!!
Meaning: I bow to Shiva.
3. Mahamrityunjaya Mantra:
Om Tryambakam Yajamahe Sugandhim Pushti Vardhanam Urvarukamiva Bandhanan Mrityor Mukshiya Maamritat..!!
Meaning: We worship the three-eyed one who is fragrant and nourishes all beings. May I be liberated from death for the sake of immortality, even as the cucumber is severed from bondage to the creeper.
4. Shiva Dhyan Mantra:
Karacharana Kritam Vaa Kaya Jam Karmajam Vaa Shravannayanjam Vaa Maansam Vaa Paradham Vihitam Vihitam Vaa Sarv Metat Kshamasva Jay Jay Karunaabdhe Shri Mahadev Shambho..!!
Meaning: Praise the Almighty for purifying the body, mind,