

Panchakshari Mantra Namaḥ Śivāya is the most holy salutation to Śiva. It is also called Panchakshara, or Panchakshari, the “five-syllable” mantra (viz., excluding the Om). This goes generally for mantras and chants to different gods, which are different aspects of the higher self.

The nature of the mantra is the calling upon the higher self it is the calling upon shiva, the destroyer deity, to aid in the death (destruction of ego) and rebirth achieved during meditation. Sages consider that the recitation of these syllables is sound therapy for the body and nectar for the soul. Soulful recitation of this mantra brings peace to the heart and joy to the or Soul. Traditionally, it is accepted to be a powerful healing mantra beneficial for all physical and mental ailments. It is associated with qualities of prayer, divine-love, grace, truth and blissfulness. Its translation is “adoration ( namas) to Śiva“, preceded by the mystical syllable “ Aum“. Om Namah Shivaya mantra is sung by devotees in prayers and recited by yogis in meditation. Om Namah Shivaya ( Sanskrit: ॐ नमः शिवाय Oṃ Namaḥ Śivāya ) is one of the most popular Hindu mantras and the most important mantra in Shaivism.
