Mantra
మంత్రం
Sanskrit: मन्त्र · Category: Ritual
Quick Definition
A sacred sound, syllable, word, or phrase repeated for spiritual benefit.
Detailed Explanation
Mantras are believed to have inherent vibrational power. Foundational mantras include Om (pranava), Gayatri (Surya), Mahamrityunjaya (Shiva), Vishnu Sahasranama (Vishnu), Hanuman Chalisa (Hanuman), Lalita Sahasranama (Devi). Each mantra has specific procedures (japa count, time of day, mudras).
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Author & Sources
Compiled by Pandit Ramachandra Sharma, Vedic Astrologer & Panchangam Scholar. Definitions cross-referenced against classical texts: Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra, Muhurta Chintamani, Surya Siddhanta, Gṛhya Sūtras. See the full Vedic Glossary for 58 terms across Panchanga, Astrology, Calendar, Dosha, Ritual, and Sanskara categories.