Meaning of Beej Mantra from Durga Saptashati

Meaning of Beej Mantra from Durga Saptashati

In Hindu traditions, when the omnipotent, omniscient, and omnipresent power is worshipped as the Divine Feminine, we use different Beeja Mantras for Jap (chanting) and invocation purposes.

What is a Mantra?

A “Mantra” is a syllable or verse that you repeat mentally or verbally to seek support from cosmic power. Before you start repeating it, you need to set an intention. Why are you repeating this mantra? What do you want to achieve? Depending on the situation and need, people repeat mantras for various reasons. Some seek health, others want wealth, success, children, jobs, or business growth. Sometimes, the sole intention is Satsangati (the desire to be in the presence of the Divine), where simply being in communion with the Divine is the only wish.

In the modern corporate, business, or political world, we also hear different types of mantras from various authors, business gurus, and trainers. They ask you to repeat or remind yourself of a formula for success. Through repetition, these also become mantras. However, in these contexts, you are the only person driving the effort. There is no intention to seek divine or higher support. You do the right work (as per the mantra), keep repeating it for a long period, and results are expected to follow (as per the assumption).

What is a Beeja Mantra?

In Hindu, Jain, and Buddhist scriptures, a Beeja Mantra is generally a one-syllable word, representing a specific aspect of life. Based on your need, you chant the associated Beeja Mantra, and the corresponding Devi or Devata (goddess or god) responds to your invocation. To experience the true effects of a Beeja Mantra:

• You must have faith that mantras are powerful and effective.
• You need to practice the mantra for a long period.
• You must pronounce it correctly.
• You should repeat the mantra that aligns with your Sankalpa (intention or vow); otherwise, you may waste time.

Why Are There So Many Beeja Mantras?

Human life is incredibly complex, and with each passing day, it becomes more so. This complexity is due to our exposure to our surroundings, technology, our ability to manage what we have acquired, and our desires for comfort. As a result, we need different resources. Some may seek health improvement, others may desire more wealth, power, love, better relationships, travel, enjoyment, fame, land, or business growth—the list is endless. Hence, different Beeja Mantras represent different aspects of your needs.

Can Someone Do Mantra Japa for Me?

People often believe that if a Pandit (priest), Pujari, parent, friend, or child does the Japa (chanting) on their behalf, it will help them. To a small extent, this can be beneficial, especially when someone is going through a difficult period—whether related to health, money, or relationships. In such situations, prayers and Japa by others can offer some relief, especially when the person in need has lost the ability to focus on the practice themselves.

However, to achieve serious results from Mantra Japa, you must dedicate your own life energy to it. This is not something that can be outsourced like a BPO process. You cannot continue with your usual busy life while expecting someone else to do the spiritual work for you. The cosmic forces do not care about your wealth, power, or resources. The process is personal and works directly with your energy. If you truly care about invoking cosmic power, you need to set aside time and breath for this practice.

What is the Meaning of Om in Every Mantra?

Om is the syllable that represents Brahman (not to be confused with Brahma, the creator). When the unmanifested becomes manifest, it first emerges in the form of the sound “Om.” From this sound, everything else—various gods, worlds (lokas), protectors of the worlds (lokpals), animals, trees, and plants—comes into being. Thus, “Om” is Ishwara, the ultimate Divine in Sanatana Dharma.

Even Hindus who do not follow any particular sect (Vaishnava, Shaiva, or Shakta) and do not believe in a specific personal god still recognize Om as the ultimate, the first manifested reality.

What are different Beej Mantra and what is the meaning of those?

In the Siddh Kunjika Stotram, which is part of the Durga Saptashati, various Beeja (seed) mantras are associated with different aspects of the Divine Feminine or Goddess Durga. These seed mantras are potent syllables that carry specific energies and invoke different forms or qualities of the Goddess. Below is a list of key Beeja mantras and the corresponding forms of the Devi they represent:

1. Aim (ऐं)

• Associated Devi: Goddess Saraswati (Devi of wisdom, knowledge, and speech).
• Meaning: This beeja represents the power of speech, wisdom, and learning. It is often chanted to invoke Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge and creativity.

2. Hreem (ह्रीं)

• Associated Devi: Goddess Bhuvaneshwari or Mahamaya (the supreme power of creation, preservation, and destruction).
• Meaning: It is a bija mantra for divine energy, representing the heart and essence of the universal force. It embodies the power of transformation and protection.

3. Kleem (क्लीं)

• Associated Devi: Goddess Kali or Kamakhya (the power of attraction, desire, and transformation).
• Meaning: Kleem is the bija of desire, attraction, and the ability to conquer adversities. It invokes love, power, and passion.

4. Shreem (श्रीं)

• Associated Devi: Goddess Lakshmi (goddess of wealth, abundance, and prosperity).
• Meaning: Shreem is the bija mantra for wealth, abundance, and beauty. It attracts prosperity and well-being.

5. Doom (दूं)

• Associated Devi: Goddess Durga (the invincible, warrior goddess).
• Meaning: Doom is the bija mantra for protection and the destruction of negativity. It invokes the power of Durga to provide safety and strength.

6. Chamundayai (चामुण्डायै)

• Associated Devi: Goddess Chamunda (a fierce form of Durga who slays demons).
• Meaning: Chamundayai is the mantra used to invoke Chamunda, who represents the aspect of the Goddess that eliminates evil forces and obstacles.

7. Hum (हुं)

• Associated Devi: Goddess Bhairavi or Kali (the fierce, destructive form).
• Meaning: Hum is a powerful mantra of protection and destruction of evil. It invokes the fierce energy to eliminate all dangers and threats.

8. Gloum (ग्लौं)

• Associated Devi: Goddess Ganeshwari or Ganesha (though primarily associated with Ganesha, it is also linked to the Mother Goddess for obstacle removal).
• Meaning: Gloum is a bija for removing obstacles, seeking blessings for success in all endeavors.

9. Kroom (क्रूं)

• Associated Devi: Goddess Kali (the force of time and destruction).
• Meaning: Kroom is used to invoke Kali’s transformative and destructive power to eliminate negative karmas and influences.

10. Sreem (स्रीं)

• Associated Devi: Goddess Tripura Sundari (the supreme beauty and power, representing the universe).
• Meaning: Sreem invokes the beauty, grace, and prosperity of Tripura Sundari, the goddess who embodies the cosmos’s creative power.

11. Phat (फट्)

• Associated Devi: General protective energy invoked by Durga.
• Meaning: Phat is a bija used for breaking obstacles and barriers, often invoked for protection and in exorcisms.

12. Vichche (विच्चे)

• Associated Devi: Goddess Chamunda.
• Meaning: This mantra is used for protection and completion of any spiritual practice. It seals the energy of the mantra.

Additional Beeja Mantras from Siddh Kunjika Stotram:

• Joom (जूं): Related to Kali for destruction and creation.
• Krim (क्रीं): Another bija for Kali, focusing on power and transformation.
• Strim (स्त्रीं): Connected to Shakti and the creative, feminine aspect of the universe.

Key Insight from Siddh Kunjika Stotram

The Siddh Kunjika Stotram is often regarded as the essence of the Durga Saptashati, where the chanting of these bija mantras is believed to invoke the complete power and grace of the Divine Mother. It is said that the recitation of the Kunjika Stotram alone can give the full benefit of the Durga Saptashati recitation because it contains the essence of all the bijas and invokes the most direct and effective form of Devi’s blessings.

What is Navarn Mantra in Durga Saptashati?

ॐ ऐं ह्रीं क्लीं चामुण्डायै विच्चे

Om Aim Hreem Kleem Chamundayai Vichche

There are nine syllables in this mantra therefore it is called Navarn Mantra. (1) ऐं (2) ह्रीं (3) क्लीं (4) चा (5) मु (6) ण्डा (7) यै (8) वि (9) च्चे

What is the full version Mantra as per Siddha Kunjika Stotram?

ॐ ऐं ह्रीं क्लीं चामुण्डायै विच्चे।
ॐ ग्लौं ह्रीं जूं सः ज्वालय ज्वालय ज्वल ज्वल प्रज्वल प्रज्वल
ऐं ह्रीं क्लीं चामुण्डायै विच्चे ज्वल हं सं लं क्षं फट् स्वाहा।।

Om Aim Hreem Kleem Chamundayai Vichche.
Om Gloum Hreem Joom Sah Jwalaya Jwalaya Jwal Jwal Prajwal Prajwal
Aim Hreem Kleem Chamundayai Vichche Jwal Ham Sam Lam Ksham Phat Swaha.

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