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Sacred Mantras

Lord Kartikeya / Murugan Mantras

कार्तिकेय

2 authoritative mantras for Lord Kartikeya / Murugan — chanted for centuries by sadhakas. Each with Sanskrit, transliteration, meaning and recitation guide.

How to recite

  • Sit facing east or north; spine straight; eyes closed or soft-focused.
  • Count repetitions on a 108-bead mala (one round = 108).
  • Morning brahma muhurta (4-6 AM) is most potent. Daily consistency > intensity.
  • Beej mantras require initiation (diksha) from a guru for full effect.
Panchakshari 108x

ॐ शरवणभवाय नमः

Om Sharavana-bhavaaya Namah

Meaning

Salutations to Him who was born in the reed-thicket of Sharavana.

Benefit

Kartikeya Shadakshari (six-syllable) Mantra — grants courage, removes obstacles in career, protects warriors. Tuesday and Tamil month Karthigai.

Gayatri 108x

ॐ तत्पुरुषाय विद्महे महासेनाय धीमहि। तन्नः षण्मुखः प्रचोदयात्॥

Om Tat-purushaaya Vidmahe Mahaa-senaaya Dhimahi | Tannah Shanmukhah Prachodayaat

Meaning

May we know the Supreme Person; may we meditate on the great commander. May Shanmukha (the six-faced) inspire us.

Benefit

Subrahmanya Gayatri — protection in battle and competition, builds inner discipline.

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