Chandra Mantra
Chandra is the Sanskrit word for the moon, a planet in Hindu Astrology. In Vedic astrology, every counting and measurement is done by taking the Moon as a reference. In our daily lives, the Moon is linked to our emotions, subconscious feelings and attitudes. The Moon represents traits like sensitivity, empathy, thoughtfulness, intuition, and immediate impulses.
The placement of the Moon in your horoscope can greatly affect your psychology and mental condition. As per Vedic Astrology, if Lord Chandra is unfavourably placed in your Kundali or if you have Chandra Dosha, chanting the Chandra Mantra can be helpful.
How can Chandra Mantra help us?
- Chanting the Moon Mantra may induce a sense of calm and inner peace, potentially reducing negative emotions.
- Mantras dedicated to the Moon God can positively influence conditions associated with the moon's cycle, such as insomnia and migraine.
- Chanting Lord Moon's Mantra serves as a form of devotion, offering a way to connect with the divine and attain spiritual fulfillment.
- Consistent and devoted chanting of the Chandra Mantra can foster compassion and understanding. It can aid in improving relationships.
Important Chandra Mantras
Let’s look into some popular Chandra Mantras.
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Chandra Beej Mantra
The Beej Mantra for the Moon is a sacred chant devoted to Lord Chandra. There are two Chandra Beej Mantras.
I. Chandra Beej Mantra in Sanskrit
|| ॐ सों सोमाय नम: ||
Chandra Beej Mantra in English
Om Som Somay Namaha
Meaning of Om Som Somay Namaha
Salutations to the Lord Moon.
Chandra Beej Mantra
How To Chant Chandra Beej Mantra?
- When should I chant the Chandra Beej Mantra?
- Every Night. Chanting on the night of the full moon gives you special results.
- How many times should I chant the Chandra Beej Mantra?
- Who can recite the Chandra Beej Mantra?
- Which direction should I face when chanting Moon Beej Mantra?
Om som somaya namah Mantra Benefits
- Chanting this Chandra Beej Mantra improves your thinking process. Your emotions remain under control.
- You can attain better intuition power.
- Chandra Beej Mantra chanting can grow your love and attention towards poetry, music, and other creative activities.
- You can increase facial beauty and attraction with this Mantra.
- If the Moon is weak in the Kundali, chanting the Beej Mantra of Chandra can be highly effective.
How can I make Chandra Beej Shiddha?
To get a complete cure for Moon-related problems, you can do Shiddhi. For this purpose, you can take the following steps:
- Start the Mantra chanting from Monday.
- On Monday, get up early and have a bath.
- Take a Sankalpa and say, "Lord Moon, I am chanting your Beej Mantra for 11,000 times from … (Thithi), on … (day). Please accept my prayer. Forgive me for any mistakes."
- Take Tulsi, Chandan, Rudrakshya, or Pearl Mala to chant the Mantra.
- Chant the “Om Som Somaya Namah” Mantra 11,000 times on the same day or complete it next Monday.
- Maintain purity during the chanting day.
- Perform Hawan dedicated to Lord Moon.
II. Chandra Beej Mantra in Sanskrit
|| ॐ श्रां श्रीं श्रौं सः चन्द्रमसे नमः ||
This Chandra ma ka Beej Mantra is also called Tantrik Chandra Beej Mantra.
Chandra Beej Mantra in English
Om Shram Shreem Shraum Sah Chandramasay Namah
Meaning of this Chandra Dev Beej Mantra
The Beej sounds 'Shram,' 'Shreem,' 'Shraum,' and 'Sah' all indicate the calm energy of Lord Chandra.
Benefits of chanting the Chandra Beej Mantra
Chanting this Mantra opens a pathway to connect with the calm and peaceful energy of the moon.
Chandra Dhyan Mantra
Another Chandra Dev ka Mantra is Chandra Dhyan Mantra. It details Chandra Deva's features. It tells about Moon God’s complexion which is white, nature, number of arms, weapons, postures, mudras, etc.
Chandra Dhyan Mantra in Sanskrit
।। श्वेतांबरः श्वेता विभूषणस्चा श्वेता धुयातिर दंडाधारो द्विबाहुहु चंद्रो मृत्युत्मा वरदः किरीती माई प्रसादम् विधातु देव:।।
Chandra Dhyan Mantra in English
Shvetambharah Shveta Vibhushanascha Shveta Dhuyatir Dandadharo Dvibahuhu Chandro Mrutatma Varadhah Kireeti Mayi Prasadam Vidhdhatu Devah
Meaning of Chandra Dhyan Mantra
Lord Moon has the white complexion. He wears white colour clothes. He wears the white colour ornaments. Please, Chandra Deva, illuminate my intelligence and give me more confidence.
How to chant Chandra Dhyan Mantra?
- When should I chant the Chandra Dhyaan Mantra? - Monday
- How many times should I chant the Chandra Beej Mantra? - 18 X 108 times
- Who can recite the Chandra Beej Mantra? - Anyone
- What should I face when chanting the Moon Beej Mantra? - You should put Chandra Yantra in front of you.
Benefits of chanting the Chandra Dhyan Mantra
- You can achieve heightened self-awareness.
- You become more positive and effective in dealing with adversity.
- By chanting this Mantra, you can remove fatigue and be energetic.
Chandra Gayatri Mantra
The Chandra Gayatri Mantra is a powerful invocation to Lord Moon.
The Chandra Gayatri Mantra in Sanskrit
|| ॐ पद्मद्वाजय विधमहे हेमा रूपया धीमेहे तन्नो चंद्र प्रचोदयत ||
The Chandra Gayatri Mantra in English
Om Padmadwajaya Vidhmahe Hema roopaya Dheemahe Tanno Chandra Prachodayat.
Meaning of Chandra Gayatri Mantra
I bow down to Lord Moon whose flag bears a lotus and shines brightly in white. I offer my prayer to Chandra Dev to enlighten my mind and illuminate my life.
How to chant Chandra Gayatri Mantra?
- When should I chant the Chandra Gayatri Mantra?
- Monday of a bright fortnight
- How many times should I chant the Chandra Gayatri Mantra?
- In a day, you can chant it for 3, 7, 9, 108, or 1008 times
- Who can recite the Chandra Gayatri Mantra?
- Which direction should I face when chanting this Chandra Mantra?
Chandra Gayatri Mantra Benefits
- Chanting the Chandra Gayatri Mantra is beneficial for individuals with a debilitated moon in their birth chart.
- If experiencing mental troubles, chanting the Chandra Gayatri Mantra can bring mental peace. It also assists in alleviating worries and tensions.
- Regular chanting of the Mantra improves their love life.
- By chanting this Mantra, you can improve the health of your mother.
- The Chandra Gayatri Mantra can be helpful in overcoming depression.
Chandra Dosha Nivaran Mantra
In Vedic astrology, Chandra Dosha, or Moon Dosha, is a condition when the Moon in a person's birth chart is negatively affected. Chandra Dosha is formed when the Moon is connected to the malefic planets Rahu and Ketu. If you have Chandra Dosha, you can face emotional struggles, and its severity depends on planetary positions. This dosha can lead to issues like emotional instability, mental health issues, and challenges in relationships.
To counter Chandra Dosha, you can consult an astrologer and perform remedies. But by chanting the Chandra Dosha Nivaran Mantra at home, you can reduce the effects of Chandra Dosha.
The Chandra Dosha Nivaran Mantra in Sanskrit
।। दधि शंख तुषारबम क्षीरोदर्णव संभवम्
नमामि शशिनं सोमं शम्भोर मुकुटभूषणम् ।।
Chandra Dosha Nivaran Mantra in English
Dadhi Shankha Tusharabam Kshirodarnava Sambhavam
Namami Shashinam Somam Shambhor Mukut Bhushanam
Meaning of Chandra Dosha Nivaran Mantra
I humbly bow to the Moon who is radiant and creamy white like yogurt (dahi) and born from the churning ocean of milk. It is the glowing symbol of devotion, gracefully adorning the head of Lord Shiva.
Fun Fact: Chandra Dosha Nivaran Mantra is also popularly known as the Chandra Navagraha Shanti Mantra.
How to chant Chandra Dosha Nivaran Mantra?
- When to chant this Chandra Dosha Nivaran Mantra? - Mondays
- How many times should I chant this Mantra? - 18 x 108 times
- Who can chant this Chandra Dosha Nivaran Mantra? - Anyone
- Which direction to face when chanting this Mantra? - Northwest direction
Benefits of Chandra Dosha Nivaran Mantra
- Chanting the Chandra Navagraha Mantra can bring good luck, prosperity, and success in all aspects of life.
- It helps in reducing the malefic effects of the Moon in the horoscope of the individual.
- You will get relief from the skin and intestine-related diseases and ailments.
- You will be drawn towards positivity and optimism.
Chandra Mantra for Ganesh Chaturthi
When Lord Chandra mocked Lord Ganesha, who had a mouse as his vehicle, Ganesha cursed Chandra to be dark. Despite numerous pleas from Chandra Dev and other gods, Ganesha only partially lifted his curse.
Due to this belief, people avoid looking at the moon on Chathurthi to prevent Mithya dosha. If someone accidentally sees the moon on Ganesh Chathurthi, they can chant this Chandra Darshan Mantra for Chathurthi. This Mantra helps them avoid Mithya Dosha.
Chandra Mantra for Ganesh Chaturthi in Sanskrit
।। सिंहः प्रसेनमवधीत् सिंहो जाम्बवता हतः
सुकुमारक मा रोदीस्तव ह्येष स्यमन्तकः ।।
Chandra Mantra for Ganesh Chaturthi in English
Simha Prasenamvadhit Simaho Jambavata Hatah
Sukumaraka ma rodistava hayesh symantakah.
Meaning of Chandra Mantra for Ganesh Chathurthi
Prasena (who was Satyabhama’s uncle and the uncle-in-law of Lord Krishna) owned Syamantaka jewel. One day, a lion killed Prasena and took his jewel. Then, Jambavan killed that lion and gave this jewel to Lord Krishna when he came looking for Prasena.
Hey Sukumaraka, don't cry, because this Syamantaka jewel is now yours.
How to Chant Chandra Mantra for Ganesh Chathurthi?
- When to chant this Chandra Mantra for Ganesh Chathurthi?
- How many times should I chant chant this Mantra?
- Who can chant this Chandra Mantra for Ganesh Chathurthi?
- People who have unintentionally seen the Moon on the eve of “GANESH CHATURTHI”.
- Which direction to face when chanting this Mantra?
Chandra Mantras
Benefits of chanting the Chandra Mantra for Ganesh Chaturthi
- Chanting the Chandra Mantra on Ganesh Chaturthi helps to overcome the Moon's negative effects.
- This Mantra protects you from trouble caused by a bad Moon.
- Keeps you healthy and controls anger, making you feel confident and caring towards others.
- This Mantra eases mental problems like stress and illusions.
Chandra Mantra for beauty
Chandra Mantra For beauty in Sanskrit
ॐ चंद्राय नम:||
Chandra Mantra for beauty in English
Om Chandraya Namah
Meaning of Chandra Mantra for beauty
Salutations to Lord Chandra
Benefits of Om Chandraya Namah
It helps to improve the appearance of a person. It helps to get an attractive face and removes toxins and negativity from the body.
Chandra Arghya Mantra
Chandra Arghya Mantra in Sanskrit
क्षीरोदार्णवसम्भूत अत्रिगोत्रसमुद् भव ।
गृहाणार्ध्यं शशांकेदं रोहिण्य सहितो मम ।।
Chandra Arghya Mantra in English
Kshirodarnavasambhut Atrigotrasmud Bhava.
Grihanardhyam Shashankedam Rohinya sahito mama
Meaning of Chandra Arghya Mantra
He was born in the ocean of milk and was descended from the Atri clan. Take this half of the moon with me, O Rohini.
Benefits of reciting Chandra Arghya Mantra
You will get better results when you chant this Mantra when offering Arghya to Chandra Dev.
Chandra Namaskar Mantra
Chandra Namaskar is a calming exercise accompanied by Mantra recitation. The Chandra Namaskar Mantras are used to connect with the feminine, creative, and soothing lunar energies.
List of Chandra Namaskar Mantras
| Chandra Mantra in Sanskrit |
Chandra Mantra in English |
Meaning |
| ॐ कामेश्वरयै नमः। |
Om Kameshvaryai Namaha |
I salutate to the Lord who fulfils people’s wishes. |
| ॐ भागमलिन्यै नमः। |
Om Bhagamalinyai Namaha |
I salute to one who has the garland of prosperity. |
How To Chant Chandra Namaskar Mantra?
- Most auspicious time to chant Chandra Namaskar Mantra
- How many times to chant this Mantra?
- You can chant this Mantra 4-5 times in a day.
- Who can chant the Chandra Namaskar Mantra?
- Which direction should I face when chanting this Mantra?
Benefits of chanting the Chandra Namaskar Mantra
- Chandra Mantra chanting helps you to be mindful and possess mental strength.
- This Mantra can enhance your flexibility and adaptability.
- With this Mantra, your performance at work improves as you will be more energetic.
- This Mantra helps in getting rid of any skin-related diseases. This hence aids in enhancing your inner beauty and self-awareness.
Chanting Mantra Benefits: Brief Details
Here are some of the benefits of chanting the Moon Mantras:
- Chanting this moon Mantra helps in reducing the sufferings brought by the malefic effects of the Moon in one’s Kundali.
- Moon Mantra helps eliminate anxious thoughts, resolve problems, and promote mental calmness with positive energy.
- It contributes to prosperity, fostering strong mental, emotional, and physical health.
- Maintaining a healthy and tranquil mind is a key outcome.
- This Mantra helps in building solid relationships with friends and colleagues.
- Chandra Mantra boosts self-assurance and confidence.
- Chandra Mantra aids in awakening intuitive powers and progressing on a spiritual path.
- For moody individuals, Chandra Mantra helps maintain optimism by balancing emotions.
- It provides the strength to deal with situations where sensitivity is high.
How To Chant Chandra Mantra? A General Guide
- Take a bath in the morning.
- Offer prayer to Lord Moon.
- Chant your chosen Chandra Mantra in front of Lord Chandra's picture.
- Understand the meaning of the Mantra for better results.
- Chant it 18 malas or 18x108 times for the most benefits.
Note: Monday in a clear fortnight is ideal for chanting the Chandra Mantra.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to please Chandra Dev?
- Meditate under the moonlight.
- Place a moon Yantra or a picture of the Moon God in your meditation space.
- Take walks during moonlight.
- Wear white-colored clothing on Monday.
- Observe a fast on Monday or Full Moon.
- On Mondays, you can offer milk or kheer to young girls.
- You can donate rice, sugar, or clothes, to a temple or a needy person.
- Consume milk and other dairy products.
- In human relationships, the Moon is akin to our mothers. So, keep your mother happy.
How can one do Chandra Puja at home?
- Keep an idol or picture of Lord Chandra.
- Put on white clothes and offer white flowers, rice, sandalwood paste, and white-coloured sweets to the Moon God.
- Light a ghee lamp.
- Chant the Chandra Beej Mantra at least 108 times.
- Ask for blessings from Chandra Dev.
Will chanting the Chandra Mantra aid in reducing Dosha (afflictions) related to the Moon?
Yes. By chanting the Chandra Mantra you can reduce issues related to the Moon. If you have a weak or troubled Moon in your birth chart, you can chant these Chandra Mantras. The chanting will help in bringing balance and stability to your emotions and mental well-being.
I don't have any Chandra Dosha. Can I also chant the Chandra Mantra?
Yes, anyone can chant Chandra Mantra. In fact, chanting the Chandra Mantra will help you balance your emotions.
Is there any special Mudra (hand gesture) I need to do when chanting the Chandra Mantra?
Yes. The Gyan mudra can be done when chanting the Lord Moon Mantra. To make Gyan mudra, you have to touch your index finger with your thumb and form a circle. The rest of the fingers remain extended. When you do this Mudra and chant Chandra Mantra, you can experience better concentration and calmness of the mind.
What are the Chandra Kavacham benefits?
- Get protection from negative results associated with the moon's placement in one's horoscope.
- Helps in improving overall health.
- Enjoy a peaceful and luxurious life.
- Develops the quality of imagination, creativity, and fearlessness in you. These contribute to making your life emotionally balanced.
- Helps in controlling mental stress and aid in solving psychological problems.