Durga Mantra: An Invocation for Strength

The Durga Mantra: Om Dum Durgaye Namaha

Original Text: ॐ दुं दुर्गायै नमः

Transliteration: Om Dum Durgaye Namaha

Breakdown of the Mantra

• Om: The primordial sound.
• Dum: The Beeja mantra of Durga, representing divine feminine power.
• Durgaye: To Durga.
• Namaha: Salutations, I bow to you.

Full Meaning

I offer my salutations to Goddess Durga, the embodiment of divine feminine power, strength, and protection.

Associated Deity

Goddess Durga, the warrior goddess who protects devotees from evil and negativity.

Origin Story

Durga is revered as the divine mother and is invoked for courage, strength, and protection.

How and When to Chant

Chant this mantra during Durga Puja or at any time when seeking strength and protection. Repeating it 108 times is beneficial.

Benefits

• Provides protection from negative energies.
• Grants strength and courage.
• Removes obstacles and difficulties.
• Brings victory over challenges.