VEDIC WELLNESS
Shanti Mantra Meaning
A prayer for peace, in simple words
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What is a shanti mantra?
Shanti means peace, calm or stillness. A shanti mantra is a prayer for peace.
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Why three times?
Shanti is said three times: a wish for peace inside, around and beyond us.
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A Rigveda peace prayer
The loved prayer Bhadram Karnebhih comes from the Rigveda and is often chanted at the start of study.
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Learn one verse
Shanti mantras are often the first Sanskrit verses people learn by heart. Read slowly and enjoy the rhythm.
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