Sri Rama Jaya Rama (Tarakam Mantra)श्री राम जय राम जय जय राम
Devoted to Lord Rama
Source: Ramayana tradition / Samartha Ramdas Swami
Transliteration
sri rama jaya rama jaya jaya rama
Meaning (English)
Glory to Sri Rama, victory to Rama, victory victory to Rama. The 13-syllable Rama Tarakam mantra — considered by sant tradition (Samartha Ramdas, Tulsidas, Tyagaraja) as the simplest and most accessible mantra for the Kali age. Tarakam means that which liberates — promised to grant moksha to anyone who chants with sincerity even once at the moment of death.
Benefits (Phal)
Universal mantra accessible to all castes, languages, and ages. Daily japa cultivates devotion to the avatar of Maryada Purushottam Rama. Recommended for cultivating right conduct, family harmony, and steady mind. Samartha Ramdas Swami (guru of Shivaji Maharaj) made this the centerpiece of Maharashtra spiritual revival in 17th century.
When to Chant
Continuous (ajapa-japa) throughout the day, Rama Navami (Chaitra Shukla Navami), during Ramayana parayan, on the journey from home to office, at deathbed of family member, on Saturdays for protection.
How to Chant
Free recitation without formal initiation. Minimum 108 times morning on tulsi or rudraksha mala. Walking japa permitted. Group chanting in 7th and 9th tone scales considered most effective per Carnatic tradition.
Book a pandit for Sri Rama Jaya Rama (Tarakam Mantra) jaap
Major sankalp (1.25 lakh count or more) traditionally requires a trained pandit. Verified pandits perform on your behalf with full video proof + sankalpa with your gotra/nakshatra.