Vedic Mantra

The Mantra Sun

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In Vedic astrology, the Sun is the principal of light, life and love, or true-will and perception. It is the most important factor for determining the spiritual life and potential of an individual. In represents the soul---the causal body or reincarnating entity---whose will is behind our fate. It is also the mind or the mental principal on a lower level as reason, discernment, clarity and illumination.
The following is the special name (nama) mantra for the Sun as preceded by it's Shakti or power mantra. It can be used to connect with the planetary deity and to energize all the higher powers of the Sun.
"Om Hrim Sum Suryaya Namah"
The word 'Hrim' in above mantra denotes Harana Shakti, the power to hold, energize, attract and fascinate. (The word 'Hrim' should be pronounced as 'Hreem'.)
The following mantras are also considered very good for planet Sun. You may opt to recite one of the following mantra if you find it comparatively easy to remember.
	"Om hram hrim hraum sah suryaya namah"
	"Om ghrinih suraya namah"
The mantras are chanted on japa beads of 108 beads per string. They are similar to rosaries. Recite the Sun's mantra for 7,000 times within 30 days. Once recitation is started, there should not be any break till the recitation are complete. Do 'Surya Namaskar' everyday early in the morning. begin recitation on a Sunday during the bright half of the Moon. presence of 'Surya yantra' and/or 'Gayatri yantra' and/or 'Vishnu yantra' at the place of recitation may help you in achieving the desired results faster.
Gayatri Mantra for Sun:
"Om Asva dhvajaya vidmahe, pasa hastaya dhimahi, tanno Suryah prachodayat"
This Gayatri mantra consists of three parts. The first is the chants to the Sun. The second is the mantra proper. The third is a summary of the mantra's energies. The Gayatri mantra is chanted at sunrise, noon and sunset. At dawn it is called Gayatri, the youthful form of the Goddess, consort of Lord brahma, the creator. It is called Savitri, the mature form, at noon, the consort of Lord Shiva. It is called Sarasvati, the elderly form, at sunset, the consort of Lord Vishnu.
You may also opt to chant following Sun Mantra (7,000 times).
Japa kusuma-sankarsham kashyapeyam maha-dyutim tamo-rim sarva-papa-ghnam pranato ' smi divakaram

When translated in English, it means: "Let us chant the glories of the Sun God, whose beauty rivals that of a flower. I bow down to him, the greatly effulgent son of Kashyapa, who is the enemy of darkness and destroyer of all sins."
puranic Mantra for propitiating the Sun (To be chanted 11 times daily)
Om bhaskaraya Vidmahe Divakaraya Dhimahi Tanno Surah prachodayat

The Mantra Moon

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The Moon is a *Sattvic* or spiritual planet. It gives faith, love, openness, surrender, devotion, peace and happiness. As a very sensitive and mutable planet, the Moon can be easily influenced and overcome by other planetary energies. Saturn can darken it, depress it or give it detachment. The Moon represents not only responsiveness but also inertia. Through our lunar sensitivity, we can become accustomed to a life of pain, sorrow, or ignorance, as well as to a life of joy and truth.
The following is the special name (nama) mantra for the Moon as preceded by it's Shakti or power mantra. It can be used to connect with the planetary deity and to energize all the higher powers of the Moon.
"Om Shrim Som Somaya Namah"
The word 'Shrim' in above mantra denotes Sharana Shakti, the power of refuge, surrender, peace and delight. (The word 'Shrim' should be pronounced as 'Shreem'.)
The following mantras are also considered very good for planet Moon. You may opt to recite one of the following mantra if you find it comparatively easy to remember.
	"Om shraam shreem shraum sah chandramasay namah"
	"Om som somaaya namah"
The mantras are chanted on japa beads of 108 beads per string. They are similar to rosaries. The Moon's mantra should be repeated 11,000 times on Mondays, or in the evening, specially around the time of the full Moon. begin recitation on a Monday during the bright half of the Moon. presence of 'Sri yantra' and/or 'Laxmi yantra' at the place of recitation may help you in achieving the desired results faster.
Gayatri Mantra for Moon:
"Om Nisakaraaya vidmahe, kalanaathaya dhimahi, tanno Somah prachodayat"
This Gayatri mantra consists of three parts. The first is the chants to the Moon. The second is the mantra proper. The third is a summary of the mantra's energies. The Gayatri mantra is chanted at sunrise, noon and sunset. At dawn it is called Gayatri, the youthful form of the Goddess, consort of Lord brahma, the creator. It is called Savitri, the mature form, at noon, the consort of Lord Shiva. It is called Sarasvati, the elderly form, at sunset, the consort of Lord Vishnu.
You may also opt to chant following puranic mantra for propiating the Moon (11,000 times).
Dahhi-shankha-tusharabham kshirodarnava-sambhavam namami shashinam soman sambhor mukta-bhushanam
When translated in English, it means: "I offer my obeisances to the Moon god, whose complexion resembles white cheese, the whiteness of conch shells, and snow. He is the ruling deity of the soma-rasaborn from the ocean of milk, and he serves on the ornament on the top of the head of Lord Shambhu."

The Mantra Ketu

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The South node or Ketu is regarded as a point of difficult Karma from a past life in which the individual furthered his own selfish interest at the expense of others. The South node, on the positive side, can develop strong concentration and mastery of obscure or arcane subjects. Ketu gives sudden and unexpected results for good or bad. On the spiritual front Ketu gives perception, liberation, wisdom and psychic sensitivity in a more genuine way.
The following is the special name (nama) mantra for the Ketu as preceded by it's Shakti or power mantra. It can be used to connect with the planetary deity and to energize all the higher powers of the Ketu.
"Om Hum Kem Ketave Namah"
The word 'Hum' in above mantra denotes Havana Shakti, the power of offering, sacrifice, destruction and transformation.
The following mantras are also considered very good for Ketu. You may opt to recite one of the following mantra if you find it comparatively easy to remember.
	"Om sraam sreem sraum sah ketave namah"
	"Om kem ketve namah"
The mantras are chanted on japa beads of 108 beads per string. They are similar to rosaries. The Ketu's mantra may be recited 18,000 times and puja performed with mixed flowers and sandal wood within the ascending cycle of the Moon. begin recitation on a Tuesday during the bright half of the Moon. presence of 'Maha-Mrityunjaya yantra' at the place of recitation may help you in achieving the desired results faster.
Gayatri Mantra for Ketu:
"Om Chitravarnaya vidhmahe, sarparoopaya dhimahi, tanno Ketu prachodayat"
This Gayatri mantra consists of three parts. The first is the chants to the Ketu. The second is the mantra proper. The third is a summary of the mantra's energies. The Gayatri mantra is chanted at sunrise, noon and sunset. At dawn it is called Gayatri, the youthful form of the Goddess, consort of Lord brahma, the creator. It is called Savitri, the mature form, at noon, the consort of Lord Shiva. It is called Sarasvati, the elderly form, at sunset, the consort of Lord Vishnu.
You may also opt to chant following puranic mantra for propiating the Ketu (17,000 times).
palasa-puspa-sankasam taraka-graha-mastakam raudram raudratmakam ghoram tam ketum pranamamy aham
When translated in English, it means: "I offer my obeisances to the violent and fearsome Ketu, who is endowed with the potency of Lord Shiva. Resembling in his complexion the flower of a palasa plant, he serves as the head of the stars and planets."

The Mantra Jupiter

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In the higher sense Jupiter is the divine grace, which can fulfill all of our needs without our seeking. He gives religious merit and spiritual beneficence. The other most important aspect of Jupiter is that he gives us true knowledge and wisdom as opposed to information based intelligence, which is the function of Mercury.
The power of Mantras & Shlokas has been acknowledged since time immemorial. A Mantra can consist of a powerful word or a combination of words and can be used for self realization, for freedom from worries, to fulfill one's desires, to ward off the effects of malefic planets, to bring you success, peace and contentment -- the range is truly vast. You can choose for yourself.
The following is the special name (nama) mantra for the Jupiter as preceded by it's Shakti or power mantra. It can be used to connect with the planetary deity and to energize all the higher powers of the Jupiter.
"Om Strim brahm brihaspataye Namah"
The word 'Strim' in above mantra denotes Starana Shakti, the power of expanding, unfolding, blossoming and evolving. (The word 'Strim' should be pronounced as 'Streem'.)
The following mantras are also considered very good for planet Jupiter. You may opt to recite one of the following mantra if you find it comparatively easy to remember.
	"Om graam greem graum sah brihasptaye namah"
	"Om vrim brihaspataye namah"
The mantras are chanted on japa beads of 108 beads per string. They are similar to rosaries. The Jupiter's mantra may be recited for 19,000 times and puja performed with yellow flowers. begin recitation on a Thursday during the bright half of the Moon. Presence of 'Ganesh yantra' at the place of recitation may help you in achieving the desired results faster.
Gayatri Mantra for Jupiter:
"Om Suraachaarya Vidmahe, Surasreshtaya dhimahi, tanno guruh prachodayat"
This Gayatri mantra consists of three parts. The first is the chants to the Jupiter. The second is the mantra proper. The third is a summary of the mantra's energies. The Gayatri mantra is chanted at sunrise, noon and sunset. At dawn it is called Gayatri, the youthful form of the Goddess, consort of Lord brahma, the creator. It is called Savitri, the mature form, at noon, the consort of Lord Shiva. It is called Sarasvati, the elderly form, at sunset, the consort of Lord Vishnu.
You may also opt to chant following Puranic mantra for propiating the Jupiter (19,00 times).
Devanam ca rishinam gurun kanchana-sannibhham buddhi-bhutam tri-lokesham tam namami brihaspatim
When translated in English, it means: "I bow down to brihaspati, god of the planet Jupiter. He is the spiritual master of all the demigods and sages. His complexion is golden, and he is full of intelligence. He is the controlling lord of all three worlds."
Mantras must be chanted or recited with unwavering devotion and motivation. Chanting them as a matter-of-course deprives them of power and is practically useless from the point of view of conscious growth, evolution and effect.

The Mantra Mercury

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Mercury is the great messenger of the Gods. He is the planet, which represents speech, communication and commerce on all levels. In his lower function he organises and articulates material resources. On a higher level he connects us with our inner capacities--the powers of the mind.
The power of Mantras & Shlokas has been acknowledged since time immemorial. A Mantra can consist of a powerful word or a combination of words and can be used for self realization, for freedom from worries, to fulfill one's desires, to ward off the effects of malefic planets, to bring you success, peace and contentment -- the range is truly vast. You can choose for yourself.
The following is the special name (nama) mantra for the Mercury as preceded by it's Shakti or power mantra. It can be used to connect with the planetary deity and to energize all the higher powers of the Mercury.
"Om Aim bum budhaya Namah"
The word 'Aim' in above mantra denotes Vachana Shakti, the power of articulation, calling, guiding and teaching.
The following mantras are also considered very good for planet Mercury. You may opt to recite one of the following mantra if you find it comparatively easy to remember.
	"Om braam breem braum sah budhaya namah"
	"Om bum budhaaya namah"
The mantras are chanted on japa beads of 108 beads per string. They are similar to rosaries. The Mercury's mantra may be recited 9,000 times within 21 days and puja performed with various flowers. begin recitation on a Wednesday during the bright half of the Moon. presence of 'Vishnu yantra' at the place of recitation may help you in achieving the desired results faster.
Gayatri Mantra for Mercury:
"Om budhagrahaya vidmahe, Indu putraya dhimahi, tanno somya prachodayat"
This Gayatri mantra consists of three parts. The first is the chants to the Mercury. The second is the mantra proper. The third is a summary of the mantra's energies. The Gayatri mantra is chanted at sunrise, noon and sunset. At dawn it is called Gayatri, the youthful form of the Goddess, consort of Lord brahma, the creator. It is called Savitri, the mature form, at noon, the consort of Lord Shiva. It is called Sarasvati, the elderly form, at sunset, the consort of Lord Vishnu.
You may also opt to chant following puranic mantra for propiating the Mercury (4,000 times).
priyangava-gulikashyam rupena pratimambudam saumyam saumya-gunopetam tani pranamamy aham
When translated in English, it means: "I bow down to buddha, god of the planet Mercury, whose face is like a fragrent globe of the priyangu herb and whose beauty matches that of a lotus flower. He is most gentle, possessing all attractive qualities."
Mantras must be chanted or recited with unwavering devotion and motivation. Chanting them as a matter-of-course deprives them of power and is practically useless from the point of view of conscious growth, evolution and effect.

The Mantra Mars

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Mars is the planet of power, strength, courage and aggression. It measures our ability to project force in life. On the positive side, a strong Mars is necessary to give us the energy, will, confidence and independence--the qualities it shares with Sun--to carry out our endeavours. Without it we have no real interests, passions and motivations, no determination, no real intensity or ability to carry out anything to the end and really accomplish it.
The power of Mantras & Shlokas has been acknowledged since time immemorial. A Mantra can consist of a powerful word or a combination of words and can be used for self realization, for freedom from worries, to fulfill one's desires, to ward off the effects of malefic planets, to bring you success, peace and contentment -- the range is truly vast. You can choose for yourself.
The following is the special name (nama) mantra for the Mars as preceded by it's Shakti or power mantra. It can be used to connect with the planetary deity and to energize all the higher powers of the Mars.
"Om Krim Kum Kujaya Namah"
The word 'Krim' in above mantra denotes Karana Shakti, the power of action, work, motivation, and transformation.
The following mantras are also considered very good for planet Mars. You may opt to recite one of the following mantra if you find it comparatively easy to remember.
	"Om kraam kreem kraum sah bhaumaya namah"
	"Om ang angarkaaya namah"
The mantras are chanted on japa beads of 108 beads per string. They are similar to rosaries. The mantra for Mars to be chanted 11,000 times within 20 days. puja should be performed with red flowers and red sandal wood. begin recitation on a Tuesday during the bright half of the Moon. presence of'Mangal yantra' at the place of recitation may help you in achieving the desired results faster.
Gayatri Mantra for Mars:
"Om Angarkaya vidmahe, bhoomipalaya dhimahi, tanno Kujah prachodayat"
This Gayatri mantra consists of three parts. The first is the chants to the Mars. The second is the mantra proper. The third is a summary of the mantra's energies. The Gayatri mantra is chanted at sunrise, noon and sunset. At dawn it is called Gayatri, the youthful form of the Goddess, consort of Lord brahma, the creator. It is called Savitri, the mature form, at noon, the consort of Lord Shiva. It is called Sarasvati, the elderly form, at sunset, the consort of Lord Vishnu.
You may also opt to chant following puranic mantra for propiating the Mars Mantra (10,000 times).
Dharani-garbha-sambhutam vidyut kanti-samaprabha Kumaram shakti-hastam ca mangalam pranamamy aham
When translated in English, it means: "I offer my obeisances to Shree Mangala, the god of the planet Mars, who was born from the womb of the earth goddess. His brilliant effulgence is like that of lightning, and he appears as a youth carrying a spear in his hand."
Mantras must be chanted or recited with unwavering devotion and motivation. Chanting them as a matter-of-course deprives them of power and is practically useless from the point of view of conscious growth, evolution and effect.

The Mantra Rahu

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Rahu, the north node, is equated with Saturn the great malefic by Vedic Astrologers. A strong Rahu gives the individual worldly powers and success. In the spiritual realm, Rahu can give psychic powers, but also there may be danger from drugs, and danger from black magic. On the positive side, the influence of Rahu can put us in harmony with collective trends and give popularity, prestige, fame and power.
The power of Mantras & Shlokas has been acknowledged since time immemorial. A Mantra can consist of a powerful word or a combination of words and can be used for self realization, for freedom from worries, to fulfill one's desires, to ward off the effects of malefic planets, to bring you success, peace and contentment -- the range is truly vast. You can choose for yourself.
The following is the special name (nama) mantra for the Rahu as preceded by it's Shakti or power mantra. It can be used to connect with the planetary deity and to energize all the higher powers of the Rahu.
"Om Dhum Ram Rahave Namah"
The word 'Dhum' in above mantra denotes Dhavana Shakti, the power of obscuring, hiding, protecting and preparing.
The following mantras are also considered very good for Rahu. You may opt to recite one of the following mantra if you find it comparatively easy to remember.
	"Om bhraam bhreem bhraum sah rahave namah"
	"Om raam rahve namah"
The mantras are chanted on japa beads of 108 beads per string. They are similar to rosaries. The Rahu's mantra may be recited for 18,000 times within 40 days during night and puja performed with blue flowers and sandal wood. begin recitation on a Saturday during the bright half of the Moon. presence of 'Kali and Durga yantra' at the place of recitation may help you in achieving the desired results faster.
Gayatri Mantra for Rahu:
"Om Sookdantaya vidmahe, Ugraroopaya dhimahi, tanno Rahu prachodayat"
This Gayatri mantra consists of three parts. The first is the chants to the Rahu. The second is the mantra proper. The third is a summary of the mantra's energies. The Gayatri mantra is chanted at sunrise, noon and sunset. At dawn it is called Gayatri, the youthful form of the Goddess, consort of Lord brahma, the creator. It is called Savitri, the mature form, at noon, the consort of Lord Shiva. It is called Sarasvati, the elderly form, at sunset, the consort of Lord Vishnu.
You may also opt to chant following puranic mantra for propiating the Rahu (18,000 times).
Ardha-kayam mahim-viryam chandraditya-vimardanam simhika-garbha-sambhutam tam rahum pranamamy aham
When translated in English, it means: I offer my obeisances to Rahu, born from the womb of Simhika, who has only half a body yet possesses great power, being able to subdue the Sun and the Moon."
Mantras must be chanted or recited with unwavering devotion and motivation. Chanting them as a matter-of-course deprives them of power and is practically useless from the point of view of conscious growth, evolution and effect.

The Mantra Venus

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Venus represents the feminine sprit. She is well known as the Goddess of Love and beauty. She represents the pleasure of the senses and the comforts of the body. She is sexuality and sexual attraction and serves to make the person attractive to the opposite sex. She is beauty, style and elegance-the refinement of wealth and not just crude accumulation. Her concern is not just with quantity, but with quality and good taste.
The power of Mantras & Shlokas has been acknowledged since time immemorial. A Mantra can consist of a powerful word or a combination of words and can be used for self realization, for freedom from worries, to fulfill one's desires, to ward off the effects of malefic planets, to bring you success, peace and contentment -- the range is truly vast. You can choose for yourself.
The following is the special name (nama) mantra for the Venus as preceded by it's Shakti or power mantra. It can be used to connect with the planetary deity and to energize all the higher powers of the Venus.
"Om Klim Shum Shukraya Namah"
The word 'Klim' in above mantra denotes Kama Shakti, the power of love, delight, contentment and fulfillment. (The word 'Klim' should be pronounced as 'Kleem'.)
The following mantras are also considered very good for planet Venus. You may opt to recite one of the following mantra if you find it comparatively easy to remember.
	"Om draam dreem draum sah shukraya namah"
	"Om shum shukraaye namah"
The mantras are chanted on japa beads of 108 beads per string. They are similar to rosaries. The Venus's mantra may be recited 16,000 times and puja performed with while sandal wood and white flowers. begin recitation on a Friday during the bright half of the Moon. presence of 'Sri yantra' and/or 'Laxmi yantra' at the place of recitation may help you in achieving the desired results faster.
Gayatri Mantra for Venus:
"Om Rajadabaaya vidmahe, brigusuthaya dhimahi, tanno sukrah prachodayat"
This Gayatri mantra consists of three parts. The first is the chants to the Venus. The second is the mantra proper. The third is a summary of the mantra's energies. The Gayatri mantra is chanted at sunrise, noon and sunset. At dawn it is called Gayatri, the youthful form of the Goddess, consort of Lord brahma, the creator. It is called Savitri, the mature form, at noon, the consort of Lord Shiva. It is called Sarasvati, the elderly form, at sunset, the consort of Lord Vishnu.
You may also opt to chant following puranic mantra for propiating the Venus (16,000 times).
Hima-kunda-mrinalabham daityanam paramam gurum sarva-shastra-pravaktaram bhargavam pranamamy aham
When translated in English, it means: "I offer my obeisances to the descendent of bhrigu Muni, ( i.e., Venus ), whose complexion is white like a pond covered with ice. He is the supreme spiritual master of the demoniac enemies of the demigods, and has spoken to them all the revealed scriptures."
Mantras must be chanted or recited with unwavering devotion and motivation. Chanting them as a matter-of-course deprives them of power and is practically useless from the point of view of conscious growth, evolution and effect.

The Mantra Saturn

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Saturn is the most mysterious of all planets. Saturn is the divine magistrate and the great preserver of law and order, who will punish us the moment we deviate from our ordained life script. And how cruel can be the punishment! Saturn can represent death and the destroyer of all the things that we hold dear to us. Saturn will take away the dearest one from our life without notice, can turn the king into a pauper within a moment.

The power of Mantras & Shlokas has been acknowledged since time immemorial. A Mantra can consist of a powerful word or a combination of words and can be used for self realization, for freedom from worries, to fulfill one's desires, to ward off the effects of malefic planets, to bring you success, peace and contentment -- the range is truly vast. You can choose for yourself.

The following is the special name (nama) mantra for the Saturn as preceded by it's Shakti or power mantra. It can be used to connect with the planetary deity and to energize all the higher powers of the Saturn.

"Om Hlim Sham Shanaye Namah"

The word 'Hlim' in above mantra denotes Stambhana Shakti, the power of delaying, stopping, holding, and terminating.

The following mantras are also considered very good for planet Saturn. You may opt to recite one of the following mantra if you find it comparatively easy to remember.

"Om praam preem praum sah shanayishraya namah"

"Om sham shanayisharaaye namah"

The mantras are chanted on japa beads of 108 beads per string. They are similar to rosaries.

The Saturn's mantra may be recited for 24,000 times within 40 days and puja performed with blue flowers and sandal wood. begin recitation on a Saturday during the bright half of the Moon.

presence of 'Sri Shani yantra' at the place of recitation may help you in achieving the desired results faster.

Gayatri Mantra for Saturn:

"Om Sanaischaraya vidhamhe, Sooryaputraya dhimahi, tanno manda prachodayat"

This Gayatri mantra consists of three parts. The first is the chants to the Saturn. The second is the mantra proper. The third is a summary of the mantra's energies.

The Gayatri mantra is chanted at sunrise, noon and sunset. At dawn it is called Gayatri, the youthful form of the Goddess, consort of Lord brahma, the creator. It is called Savitri, the mature form, at noon, the consort
of Lord Shiva. It is called Sarasvati, the elderly form, at sunset, the consort of Lord Vishnu.

You may also opt to chant following puranic mantra for propiating the Saturn (23,000 times).

Nilanjana-samabhasam ravi-putram yamagrajam
chaya-martanda-sambhutam tam namami shaishcharam

When translated in English, it means:

"I bow down to slow-moving Saturn, whose complexion is dark blue like nilanjana ointment. The elder brother of Lord Yamaraj, he is born from the Sun god and his wife Chaya."

Mantras must be chanted or recited with unwavering devotion and motivation. Chanting them as a matter-of-course deprives them of power and is practically useless from the point of view of conscious growth, evolution and effect.

Practical Uses of Mantra

Mantra For Sun	Mantra For Moon	Mantra For Ketu
Mantra For Jupiter	Mantra For Mercury	Mantra For Saturn
Mantra For Mars	Mantra For Rahu	Mantra For Venus