Mantra, Kirtan and Stotra: Sanskrit Chants

Suguna and Sabina are chanting Om Namah Shivaya at Yoga Vidya in Bad Meinberg, Germany.

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“Om Namah Shivaya” is the Panchakshara Mantra of Shiva. “Om Namah Shivaya” is a Dhyana Moksha Mantra, a mantra for meditation, a mantra that leads to liberation. “Om Namah Shivaya” means: Om – infinite sound, Namah means “homage, greeting to,”

Shivaya means “to Shiva.” And Shiva means “the auspicious one,” “the benevolent one,” “the loving one.” One could also say: “Homage to cosmic love, to the consciousness that is everywhere.” “Om Namah Shivaya” can also be repeated specifically to let go, to let go of thoughts, to deepen meditation, and to go within.

Om Shakti Om is a dynamic, energetic kirtan for Shakti, the cosmic energy. In this kirtan, Shakti, the cosmic power, becomes tangible and palpable. Let yourself be carried away by the dynamics of this Om Shakti Kirtan.

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Jay Ma Jay Ma
Am
Jay Ma Jay Ma
C
Jay Ma Jay Ma
G
Jota Ma

Jay Ambe Jagadambe
Jay Ambe Jay Ma

composed and performed by Lisa Lilamayi

A kirtan that invokes the Divine Mother as joy. Jaya Ma - may the Divine Mother triumph - yes she will triumph, in me, everywhere in the world.

Ma stands for Durga, but also for all manifestations of the Divine Mother, the Devi, the feminine power.

Hagit Noam sings the Ganesha Gayatri Mantra and Om Gam Ganapataye Namah. Let yourself be enchanted by Hagit's wonderful singing! She is a specialist in early music and interprets well-known mantras in an inspiring way.

Hagit regularly gives seminars and concerts at Yoga Vidya.

Om
Tat-purushaya Vidmahe
Vakra-tundaya Dhimahi /
Tan No Dantih Prachodayat //

followed by the Ganesha Mantra Om Gam Ganapataye Namaha (number 699 under Ganesha in the kirtan booklet)

Om Gam Ganapataye Namaha.

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Radhe Radhe Radhe Bolo

Bm                  A        Bm
Radhe Radhe Radhe Bolo
D           A          Bm
Radhe Govinda Bolo
Bm        A        D        A
Radhe Radhe Radhe Bolo
Bm         A         Bm
Radhe Govinda Bolo

Shiva Shiva Shiva Bolo
Shiva Shankara Bolo

Vishnu Vishnu Vishnu Bolo
Vishnu Narayana Bolo

Performed by

Ishwara: vocals & guitar
Prashanti: vocals & cajonito

This is a particularly dynamic, energetic kirtan. When you sing or listen to this kirtan, you will be filled with joy, energy, confidence, and courage.

New yoga teachers from Bamberg and Bayreuth in Germany are chanting the Shri Nrisimha Mahamantra during a saturday evening satsang at Yoga Vidya in Bad Meinberg, Germany.

Here are the lyrics to sing along:

Ugram Viram Maha-vishnum 'Jvalantam Sarvato-mukham /
Nri-sinham Bhishanam Bhadram 'Nrityu-nrityum Namany Aham // 1 //

Namas Te Nara-sinhaya 'Prahlada-hlada-dayine /
Hiranya-kashipor Vaksah- 'Shila-tanka-nakhalaye // 2 //

Ito Nri-sinhah Parato Nri-sinho 'Yato Yato Yami Tato Nri-sinhah /
Bahir Nri-sinho Hridaye Nri-sinho 'Nri-sinham Adim Sharanam Prapadye // 3 //

Narasimha is the lion god. Narasimha is an incarnation of Vishnu. Vishnu takes on various forms to restore dharma, the divine order. And Narasimha is one of them. Narasimha means half human, half lion. Simha means lion, Nara means human. Narasimha, the man-lion, or sometimes simply Nrisimha, the human lion or the lion-like man. Man-lion, lion-man is how it is translated. This kirtan consists of three verses and invokes this lion power.

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Group Mudita perform the kirtan Jago Ma Jago Ma at Yoga Vidya in Bad Meinberg, Germany.

The kirtan uses a simple but powerful repetition: the word “Jago” (wake up), combined with “Ma” (mother), invokes the divine mother in collective singing.

Jago Jago Ma, Jago Jago Ma

Shankari Ma

(... further invocations ...)

The sound is cyclical—ranging from a calm, meditative mood to an uplifting, communal energy. This dynamic allows for both individual listening and communal singing and chanting in a circle.

Jago means “awaken/wake up.” In spiritual songs, this can mean: Awaken inwardly, open your heart, recognize divine reality.

Ma stands for “mother” — here in the sense of a divine, universal mother, often associated with the feminine power of the universe. In many mantras and bhajans, “Ma” is used as an address to the divine mother.

Shankari Ma refers to a form of this Divine Mother — a loving, protective, and awakening power. In kirtan, she is invoked to grant protection, awareness, and blessings.

In the tradition of such bhajans and kirtans, the call “Jago Ma” often symbolizes awakening — whether spiritual, emotional, or as an awareness of the divine presence within us.

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Vallabha chants Shri Ram Jaya Ram at Yoga Vidya in Bad Meinberg, Germany.

Shri Ram Jaya Ram,
Jaya Jaya Ram
Shri Ram Jaya Ram,
Jaya Jaya Ram
Sita Ram Sita Ram

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The kirtan “Shri Ram Jaya Ram Jaya Sita Ram” expresses in various ways how one can see God and what relationship one can have with God. In this kirtan, Rama is particularly revered, so it is a Rama kirtan. Rama is worshipped as Ram, and Ram is both the short form of Rama, as it is in Hindi, but Ram is also the bija mantra of Rama, bija, the seed mantra. Rama is Shri, Shri means “blissful” and “respect.” When Shri precedes a name, it is always an expression of respect and at the same time of closeness. "Shri Ram. Oh Rama, I feel close to you and I worship you. Jaya Ram. May your principles triumph.

The entire mantra means: I am abundance, fulfillment from the transcendent. I am supreme consciousness, great abundance, beyond all that is movable and immovable. I am Shiva, pure consciousness, my nature is eternal joy. I am bliss, cosmic bliss.

Sachara Chara Pari Purna Shivoham sung by Bhakti – this is the name of this kirtan, which is very popular at Yoga Vidya. It is a Vedanta kirtan that expresses the unity of the individual soul with the Cosmic Soul: Shivoham, I am Shiva, is the refrain.

Dm C

Sachara Chara Pari Purna

Bb C Dm

Shivoham, Shivoham

Dm C

Nityananda Svarupa

Bb C Dm

Shivoham, Shivoham

Dm C

Anandoham Anandoham

Bb C Dm

Anandam brahmanandam

The entire mantra means: I am fullness, fulfillment from the transcendent. I am supreme consciousness, great fullness, beyond everything that is movable and immovable. I am Shiva, pure consciousness, my nature is eternal joy. I am bliss, cosmic bliss.

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Newly trained yoga teachers sing the kirtan Krishna Hare Krishna Gopala during a Saturday evening satsang at Yoga Vidya in Bad Meinberg. Listen to the singing of Krishna Hare Krishna Gopala and join in. You will not find the lyrics in the Yoga Vidya kirtan booklet.

The kirtan is characterized by a simple but powerful structure: The mantra phrases “Krishna Hare Krishna, Gopala Hare...” are sung repeatedly — often alternating between the lead singer and the choir (call and response), accompanied by the harmonium.

The chant unfolds in several phases:

First, calm and inviting — ideal for entering and connecting.

Then increasingly rhythmic and expressive — generating collective energy and a sense of community.

Finally, into a meditative, solemn sound space that provides room for inner peace and devotion.

🧘 Meaning of the mantra names

Krishna — Among other things, this name means “the all-attractive one,” “the attractive one.” It symbolizes divine attraction, love, and universal beauty.

Gopala — Literally “cowherd”: ‘go’ = cow, “pāla” = guardian/protector. As Gopala, Krishna is revered in his role as a loving guardian and protector.

Hare — An invocation of divine energy, the divine “Shakti.” In the context of the mantra, ‘Hare’ is often understood as a request: “Oh divine energy, please take me into your service/close to you.”

According to traditional belief, chanting these names creates a spiritual vibration that opens the heart, clears the mind, and can establish a connection with the divine.

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Shankara M. chants the kirtan Om Namah Shivaya during a saturday evening satsang at Yoga Vidya in Bad Meinberg.

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Om Namah Shivaya is a greeting we often use in yoga. “Om” is Om, the all-encompassing. “Namah” means “greeting to” and ‘Shivaya’ means “to Shiva.”

Om Namah Shivaya therefore means reverence to Shiva. But what does Shiva mean? Shiva has many different meanings. “Shiva” literally means “the loving one, the kind one.” But it also means “the higher self” and “the divine everywhere.” We can say “Om Namah Shivaya” and use it in meditation.

This is like invoking the kind, the loving, the higher self within us. Or we can use it as an invocation of the loving, the kind everywhere. And we can use it as a greeting by saying inwardly when we are dealing with another person: “Om Namah Shivaya. I greet the good, the love, the higher self in you.”

“Guru Guru Ware Guru” is a Sikh song, a song from the Sikh tradition that came into yoga centers via 3HO Kundalini Yoga according to Yogi Bhajan, and it is a kirtan that particularly venerates Guru Ram-Das. Ram-Das was the fourth of the gurus in the Sikh lineage and is considered to be the one who stands for compassion, grace, and service. You can find this song in the Yoga Vidya Kirtan book under number 547.

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Experience the powerful worship of the divine Trimurti with the kirtan “Brahma Vishnu,” performed by the Mudita group. This song honors the three aspects of the divine—Brahma as creator, Vishnu as preserver, and Shiva as destroyer—and invites you to immerse yourself in devotion and worship. This kirtan was recorded at the Yoga Vidya Ashram in Bad Meinberg – perfect for singing along, meditating, or simply listening and immersing yourself in the spiritual energy.

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The mantra Om Tare Tuttare originates from Tibetan Buddhism. It is primarily directed at Green Tara, the Tara of compassion. It is therefore considered a healing mantra, a protective mantra, a comforting mantra, and also a mantra for self-help.

G Em C D

Om Tare Tuttare Ture Soha

Performed by Katja

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Open the door to your innermost being with the gentle and touching kirtan “Door of My Heart” sung by Aditi during a Saturday evening satsang at Yoga Vidya in Bad Meinberg, Germany. This recording invites you to calm your mind, open your heart, and let yourself fall into the vibrations of silence, devotion, and love.

The singing is accompanied by subtle instruments – such as harmonium and gentle rhythmic percussion elements – which create a warm and intimate atmosphere. Whether in quiet meditation, during a sound bath, or simply to let go: this song by Paramahamsa Yogananda gives you space to open up and be held.

You can find the lyrics to sing along with in the Yoga Vidya Kirtan booklet under number 526.

The sung lyrics (by Paramahamsa Yogananda):

Door of my heart,
open wide I keep for thee.
Wilt thou come? Wilt thou come?
Just this once come to me.
Will my days fly away
without seeing thee my Lord?
Night and day, night and day,
I search for thee night and day.

- and in German:

Meines Herzens Tür, offen halte ich sie Dir.
Kommst Du wohl, kommst Du wohl?
Ach nur einmal komm’ zu mir!
Wird entschwinden mir die Zeit,
ohne dass ich schau’ Dich, Herr?
Tag und Nacht, Tag und Nacht,
ich erwart’ Dich Tag und Nacht.

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Experience the powerful presence of the goddesses in this Kali Ma Durga Ma Kirtan. Touchingly sung by Aditi and Friends.

Kali and Durga embody protection, transformation, and unbridled energy. The dynamic accompaniment of harmonium, tablas, and gentle guitar sounds adds depth to the singing and invites you to open your heart and voice.

Whether you sing along, meditate, or simply listen, this powerful tapestry of sound in Kali Ma Durga Ma Kirtan creates an atmosphere of devotion and inner strength. Let yourself be carried away and feel the divine Shakti energy awakening within you.

The sung text:

Kali Kali Kali Ma
Durga Durga Durga Ma

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Experience pure devotion and spiritual presence with the rousing kirtan “Govinda Bolo, Hare Gopala Bolo.” The recording with Vallabha is from a Saturday evening satsang at Yoga Vidya in Bad Meinberg. With each repetition of this powerful mantra, your heart and mind open up – Govinda and Gopala call you to love, joy and divine closeness.

This recording invites you to sing along, listen in or simply linger in the sound. Perfect for meditation, chanting or moments of inner reflection. May the vibration of this song touch your heart, bring peace and strengthen your connection to the divine.

The sung text:

Govinda Bolo Hare Gopala Bolo
are Krishna Hare Krishna
Krishna Krishna Hare Hare
Hare Rama Hare Rama
Rama Rama Hare Hare
Hare Hare

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Shankara S. sings the mantra Om Namah Shivaya during a Saturday evening satsang at Yoga Vidya in Bad Meinberg – just join in.

Om Namah Shivaya is Shiva's Panchakshara Mantra, the five-syllable mantra. It is also known as Shiva Mahamantra. Shiva literally means auspicious, benevolent. Shiva is also the cosmic dancer Nataraj, the meditator, the renunciant, and more.

The sung text

Om Namah Shivaya
Shiva Shiva Shambho
Mahadeva Shambho

Spiritual translation Om Namah Shivaya

Om reverence to the Divine in its manifestation as Shiva, the auspicious one.

For more information, see the online Yoga Vidya Kirtan booklet under number 699a.

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Jaya Shiva Shankara addresses Shiva in his kind and loving aspect: Shiva means benevolent, Shankara is the one who does good. Bham, also Bhum, is the sound of Shiva's drum. Hara means to take away – may Shiva take away everything that separates us from his experience. But Shiva is also Ati Sundara, supremely beautiful. He is Parameshwara, the supreme god. Daya Karo, O Shiva, please have mercy on us humans.

The sung text:
Jaya Shiva Shankara,
Bam Bam Hara Hara
Hara Hara, Hara Hara,
Hara Bol Hara
Shiva Shiva Shiva Shiva,
Shiva Ati-sundara
(hara Hara, Hara Hara, Hara Ati-sundara)
He Parameshvara Daya Karo

Spiritual translation Jaya Shiva Shankara:

Homage to Shiva, the great benefactor who removes all attachments. Oh Shiva, you are supremely beautiful, oh supreme Lord. Please have mercy on us, grant us your love.

Further information can be found in the online Yoga Vidya Kirtan booklet under number 250 https://mein.yoga-vidya.de/profiles/blogs/jaya-shiva-shankara-jaya-siva

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The Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya Mantra is Krishna's Dhyana Moksha Mantra, also known as Krishna's Ashtakshara Mantra, the twelve-syllable mantra. "Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya. Homage to Krishna, the divine Krishna, who is the light of all creatures. " Join in the chanting of the Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya Mantra.

The chanted text:
Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya
Om Namah Shivaya

Spiritual translation Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya:
Homage to the Divine, the light of all creatures.

For more information, see the online Yoga Vidya Kirtan booklet under number 187 https://mein.yoga-vidya.de/profiles/blogs/om-namo-bhagavate-vasudevaya

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The peace prayers consist first of all of the Mangala Charana Mantras in the narrower sense, “Sarvesham Svasti Bhavatu,” “Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah,” which are two verses for well-being. This is followed by “Asato Ma Sat Gamaya,” which is the desire to attain the highest. And then a quote from the Upanishads, a Shanti Mantra, “Om Purnamadah Purnamidam.” And this then concludes with “Om Shanti, Shanti, Shanti.”

The sung text:
Asato Ma Sad Gamaya
Tamaso Ma Jyotir Gamaya
Nrityor Manritan Gamaya

Spiritual translation Asato Ma Sad Gamaya:
Om – lead me from the unreal to the real, from darkness to light, from mortality to immortality.

Further information can be found in the online Yoga Vidya Kirtan booklet under number 803/3 https://mein.yoga-vidya.de/profiles/blogs/friedensgebete-1

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The Hare Krishna mantra is considered the Maha Mantra, the great mantra. The Maha Mantra is the great mantra for experiencing the divine. It opens the heart and leads to the experience of love and joy. Join in with the Hare Krishna mantra.

The sung text

Hare Krishna Hare Krishna
Krishna Krishna Hare Hare /
Hare Rama Hare Rama
Rama Rama Hare Hare //

Spiritual translation Hare Krishna Hare Krishna

Om Reverence to the Divine in its manifestations as Vishnu, Krishna, and Rama.

For more information, see the online Yoga Vidya Kirtan booklet under number 699i https://mein.yoga-vidya.de/profiles/blogs/maha-mantra-hare-rama-hare

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“Devi Devi Devi” is a kirtan with great dynamism, great joy, and great lightness. You can start this kirtan slowly and gradually speed it up. This “Devi Devi Devi” kirtan brings great joy and can bring an entire group of aspirants into ecstasy. Whenever you feel stuck, whenever you feel sad, whenever you want to gain new strength, new confidence, new joy, new love, all you have to do is sing this kirtan with great enthusiasm.

The sung text

Devi Devi Devi Jaganmohini

Devi Devi Devi Jaganmohini

Chandika-devi Chandamunda-harini

Chamundeshvari Ambike Devi

Spiritual translation Devi Devi Devi

Oh Devi, Goddess, you radiant one, you enrapture the whole world. Oh Goddess, help me to overcome all dualities, oh Mother of the Universe.

Further information can be found in the online Yoga Vidya Kirtan booklet under number 304 https://mein.yoga-vidya.de/profiles/blogs/devi-devi-devi

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Om Gam Ganapataye Namaha

Avahana mantras begin with “Om Gam Ganapataye Namah” and are invocation mantras. Avahana mantras are used to invoke certain aspects of God before doing something. Avahana is, for example, an important part of puja, the Hindu ritual of worshiping gods, or religious rituals in general. However, Avahana mantras are also part of everything one can do in yoga. And it is good practice to invoke divine energy before starting anything.

The chanted text

Om Gam Ganapataye Namaha

Spiritual translation Om Gam Ganapataye Namaha

Oh Ganesha, remove all obstacles so that we may begin with great joy. I bow to the lotus feet of Ganesha, who removes all obstacles. He is the son of Uma, destroys all worries, and has a retinue of Bhuta Ganas (angels). He has an elephant head and loves Kapittha and Jambu fruits.

Further information can be found in the online Yoga Vidya Kirtan booklet at number 612.

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“Sarva Mangala Mangalye” actually belongs to the Devi Mahatmyam; it is a mantra from the eleventh chapter of the Devi Mahatmyam, tenth verse. This eleventh chapter is also known as Narayani Stotra because it contains many mantras that end with “Narayani Namostute.” One of these, and the best known, is “Sarva Mangala Mangalye.”

It is also a Mangala Charana Mantra. Mangala means blessing, happiness, all that is auspicious. Charana also means wish. Thus, it is a mantra of blessing, a mantra of intercession, a mantra of goodwill. In yoga, everything you do is concluded with wishes for the well-being of all beings. This can be as simple as chanting “Shanti” three times. Shanti means peace, peace for everyone in this world. You can do it by chanting “Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu,” you can do it by repeating “Sarvesham Svasti Bhavatu” or “Om Sarva Mangala Mangalye.”

The text:

Om
Sarva-mangala-mangalye
Shive Sarvartha-sadhike /

Sharanye Tryambake Gauri
Narayani Namostu Te //

Spiritual translation Om Sarva Mangala Mangalye
Worship of the three-eyed mother Narayani. She brings happiness and fulfills all the seeker's wishes (both material and spiritual).

Further information can be found in the online Yoga Vidya Kirtan booklet under number 690e https://mein.yoga-vidya.de/profiles/blogs/om-sarva-mangala-mangalye-690i

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So ham is referred to as Ajapa Japa Mantra, a natural mantra, the sound of the breath. Soham is a Dhyana Moksha Mantra, a mantra for meditation. Soham is a Vedanta Mantra, a mantra that leads to the highest knowledge and comes from the highest knowledge.

The text

Bhajo Radhe Krishna,
Bhajo Radhe Shyam(a) (4x) // 1 //
Om Om Om Om Om,
Om Om Om Om Om (4x) // 2 //
Soham Soham,
Soham Shivoham (4x) // 3 //

Spiritual translation

Let us praise Krishna and Radha. Let us realize what Krishna teaches: I am pure consciousness, I am one with the Divine (Shiva).

For more information, see the online Yoga Vidya Kirtan booklet https://mein.yoga-vidya.de/profiles/blogs/song-of-will-soham under number 58.

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Enjoy the deeply moving performance of a bhajan/stotra sung by Vani Devi at the Yoga Vidya Ashram in Bad Meinberg. This song evokes devotion, contemplation, and inner peace. With its gentle melody and contemplative mood, it invites you to ground yourself, let go, and connect with the divine.

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Radhe Radhe Govinda - this is how various kirtans begin. Radha and Krishna are the divine couple. Radha is the manifestation of love, Krishna is pure joy. Radha and Krishna are the opening of the heart, divine ecstasy. Embark on a heartwarming journey with this kirtan sung by Shankara S. These mantras connect us with the divine presence of Govinda and Radhe – loving names of God that symbolize protection, care, and devotion.

Enjoy the repetitive sounds that invite you to sing along, meditate, or simply listen. Feel peace, joy, and a deep spiritual connection unfold.

The sung text

Govinda Hare Gopala Hare
Govinda Hare Gopala Hare
He Prabhu Dinadayala Hare

Radhe Radhe Govinda Govinda
Radhe Radhe Govinda
Govinda Radhe
Radhe Radhe Govinda
Govinda Radhe

Spiritual translation Radhe Radhe Govinda Govinda

Oh Radha, oh Govinda, oh Radha, oh Govinda!

For more information, see the online Yoga Vidya Kirtan booklet under numbers 181 https://mein.yoga-vidya.de/profiles/blogs/radhe-radhe-govinda-version-3 and 182

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Experience the vibrant power of the divine feminine in this stirring kirtan, “Om Shakti, Om Shakti,” beautifully sung by Katyayani at Yoga Vidya Ashram.

The mantra honors the all-encompassing Shakti—the creative energy of the universe—and invites you to open your heart and mind to courage, protection, and inner strength.

Perfect for singing along, meditation, or simply immersing yourself in the healing sound vibrations. Let Katyayani's clear, soulful voice carry you and feel the Shakti energy awakening within you.

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Om Shri Ram Jaya Ram Jaya Jaya Ram – Kirtan with Group Mudita at Yoga Vidya in Bad Meinberg, Germany. Here is the text to sing along:

Om Shri Ram Jaya Ram Jaya Jaya Ram

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Om Tare Tuttare Ture Soha is a mantra from Tibetan Buddhism. It is directed in particular at Green Tara, the Tara of compassion. Om Tare Tuttare Ture Soha is considered a healing mantra, a protective mantra, a comforting mantra, and also a mantra for helping others more effectively.

Further information can be found in the online Yoga Vidya Kirtan booklet under the number 550

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Avahana mantras are invocations to invite different aspects of the divine to be present and experiential. At Yoga Vidya, avahana mantras are often recited before meditation, at the beginning of homa and puja, and sometimes before lectures.

Om Gam Ganapataye Namaha
Sharanam Ganesha

Oh Ganesha, remove all obstacles so that we may begin with great joy. Oh Sharavanabhava, give us strength and power so that we may continue even when it becomes difficult. Oh Saraswati, give us wisdom and deep intuition. Oh Guru, oh Swami Sivananda, please guide us. Oh Adishakti, you primordial force, bless us and grant that we may do much good.

Further information can be found in the online Yoga Vidya Kirtan booklet under the number 612.

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Aditi chants the kirtan Sacharachara Paripurna Shivo Ham during a saturday evening satsang at Yoga Vidya in Bad Meinberg, Germany. Sachara Chara Pari Purna Shivoham is a Vedanta kirtan that expresses the unity of the individual soul with the cosmic soul: Shivoham, I am Shiva, is the refrain.

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Prayer of Peace

Sarvesham Svasti Bhavatu, may all beings be well, is how the Mangala Mantras begin, which are recited at Yoga Vidya and in the Sivananda tradition towards the end of Satsang. Mangala Mantras are mantras of well-being, blessings recited for the whole world.

The sung text

Sarvesham Svasti Bhavatu
Sarvesham Shantir Bhavatu
Sarvesham Purnam Bhavatu
Sarvesham Mangalam Bhavatu // 1 //

Spiritual translation Sarvesham Svasti Bhavatu - Prayers for Peace

Om - May well-being be with all.
May peace be with all.
May fullness be with all.
May wealth be with all.

Further information can be found in the online Yoga Vidya Kirtan booklet under number 801.

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The Gayatri Mantra, “Om Bhur Bhuvah Swah,” is one of the most sacred mantras chanted by new yoga teacher during a saturday evening satsang at Yoga Vidya www.yoga-vidya.de in Bad Meinberg, Germany. It is a Vedic mantra and is said to contain the essence of the Vedas. The Gayatri Mantra is addressed to Savitri. Savitri is the radiant one, the luminous one. Savitri also stands for, one might say, greatness, and also for “driving force.” Savitri is also the name of the sun deity.

The mantra

Om Bhur Bhuvah Svaha
Tat Savitur Varenyam
Bhargo Devasya Dhimahi /
Dhiyo Yo Nah Prachodayat //

Spiritual translation

Oh Divine Light, you have created all three worlds (Bhu, Bhuvar, Swar) with your light. We worship you. We meditate on you. Please enlighten and permeate us with your radiance.

For more information, see the online Yoga Vidya Kirtan booklet mein.yoga-vidya.de/profiles/blogs/gayatri-mantra-gayatri-mantra under number 610.

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Shambho Mahadeva Chandra Chuda is a very popular Shiva kirtan sung by Ishwara in a satsang at Yoga Vidya in Bad Meinberg. It typically begins very calmly and meditatively and can then be sung faster and more dynamically with each repetition. Although Shambho Mahadeva Chandrachuda has many different words, it is still easy to learn. It contains all the popular names and epithets of Shiva, and the melody is very catchy.

The Kirtan

Shambho Mahadeva Chandrachuda
Shambho Mahadeva Chandrachuda
Gangadhara Hara Kailasavasa
Pahi Mam Parvati Ramana

Spiritual translation

Oh Shiva, I take refuge in you. Oh Shiva, you give me so much good (Shambhu). Oh great God, you carry the moon on your head (love in your mind). You great benefactor, always auspicious, connected with the divine mother. You carry the Ganga, you take away all attachments, you dwell on Mount Kailash (can be experienced in meditation). Oh Shiva, beloved of Parvati, please protect me.

For more information, see the online Yoga Vidya Kirtan booklet under number 253.

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Raghupati Raghava Raja Ram is a joyful, optimistic kirtan chanted by new yoga teachers during a satsang at Yoga Vidya www.yoga-vidya.de Bad Meinberg, Germany. It touches the heart, awakens the spirits, and generates confidence and new energy. Raghupati Raghava Raja Ram was one of the favorite kirtans of Mahatma Gandhi. This kirtan is the theme song in the film “Gandhi.”

The kirtan:

Raghupati-raghava Raja Ram
Patita-pavana Sita Ram
Sita Ram (jaya), Sita Ram
Sita Ram Jaya Radhe Shyam
Radhe Shyam (jaya), Radhe Shyam
Radhe Shyam Jaya Sitaram // 1 //

Ishvara Allah Tere Nam
Sab(a) Ko Sanmati De Bhagavan
Raghupati-raghava Raja Ram
Patita-pavana Sitaram // 2 //

Spiritual translation:

We worship the Divine, the great Lord of the universe. O God, you are the comfort of all who have fallen. You manifest yourself as Sita and Rama, as Radha and Shyama (Krishna). Please give us all insight, O God. Ishwara and Allah are your names - Let us love all people.

For more information, see the online Yoga Vidya Kirtan booklet under number 205 mein.yoga-vidya.de/profiles/blogs/raghu-pati-raghava-raja-ram

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Govinda Radhe Radhe is a powerful Krishna kirtan full of devotion and sound energy – recorded during a satsang at Yoga Vidya www.yoga-vidya.de in Bad Meinberg, Germany. This recording embodies a living spiritual tradition: the praise of Radha and Krishna in communal chanting.

The mantra “Govinda Radhe Radhe” connects divine love with protective presence – through collective singing, it has a transformative and centering effect.

The Kirtan:

Govinda Rādhe Rādhe, Gopala Rādhe Rādhe
Govinda Rādhe Rādhe, Gopala Rādhe Rādhe
Govinda Govinda Govinda Gopala Gopala Gopala Radhe
Govinda Govinda Govinda Gopala Gopala Gopala Radhe

Meaning:

Rādhe – invocation of the divine beloved Radha, the embodiment of devotional love.
Govinda – A name of Krishna, literally meaning “protector of cows,” representing his loving, guiding presence.
Gopala – Another name of Krishna, literally meaning “protector of cows” or “cowherd.”

In the Bhakti tradition, this mantra symbolizes the inseparable connection between divine love (Radha) and divine presence (Krishna/Govinda). The constant repetition of the names serves to open the heart, purify the mind, and experience divine joy (Ananda).

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Ma Durga, the powerful goddess, is at the center of this rousing kirtan, sung by the Group Mudita during a satsang at Yoga Vidya www.yoga-vidya.de Bad Meinberg in Germany. The recording transports you to an atmospheric soundscape that touches both heart and mind.

This kirtan is a powerful key to Durga, to the mystical mother, and to your own strength. Ideal for morning rituals, yoga practice, or simply as an oasis in the midst of everyday life.

The kirtan invites you to immerse yourself in the powerful energy of Durga—whether singing along, meditating, or simply listening consciously. This chant can have a beneficial effect, especially in times of inner change or to strengthen your own alignment.

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In this powerful recording from the kirtan during a satsang at Yoga Vidya yoga-vidya.de in Bad Meinberg, Germany, Shankara S. shankarayoga.de leads us with his singing into the depths of one of the most important Vedic mantras: “Om Purnam Adah Purnam Idam” – a Vedic peace mantra from the Isha Upanishad.

The kirtan begins calmly and solemnly, with a gentle musical introduction that creates space for inner arrival. Shankara's voice carries the mantra with depth and devotion, accompanied by harmonium, drums, and delicate percussion sounds that slowly unfold and grow into a meditative dynamic.

"Om Purnam Adah Purnam Idam
Purnat Purnam Udachyate
Purnasya Purnam Adaya
Purnam Eva Avashishyate"

Translated, it means:

"Perfect is the One, perfect is that which arises from it.
If you take the perfect from the perfect, only the perfect remains."

This mantra reminds us of the wholeness and completeness of all being—that nothing is missing and everything that arises is already part of the whole. A deeply spiritual message that is not only audible but also palpable in this recording.

Abhati chants Om Tare Tuttare during a saturday evening satsang at Yoga Vidya in Bad Meinberg, Germany.

🎧 In this deeply healing kirtan “Om Tare Tuttare Ture Soha”, Abhati invokes the green Tara - the female Buddha figure of compassion, healing and protection.

In Tibetan Buddhism, Tara is regarded as the great liberator. Her mantra helps to transform fears, release blockages and open the heart to love and compassion - for yourself and for all beings.

Abhati's delicate yet powerful voice guides you through a meditative sound tapestry that carries you gently like a wave - into your inner stillness and into the embrace of divine feminine energy.

Mantra:

Om Tare Tuttare Ture Soha

Meaning:

Om - Sacred syllable
Tare - O Tara, liberator
Tuttare - Free us from fears
Ture - Free us from suffering
Soha - May the blessing be anchored in our hearts.

A kirtan like a prayer - for all those who long for security, trust and inner peace 🌸

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🎧 In this rousing kirtan “Jay Bajaranga Bali”, Madhuka invokes the powerful presence of Hanuman - the divine servant of Rama, symbol of courage, devotion and inner strength.

“Bajaranga Bali” is an epithet of Hanuman, which means ‘with the body of thunder’. This kirtan invites you to connect with your own willpower, let go of your fears and follow your path with confidence.

With drum, harmonium and heart, a vibrating energy unfolds - sometimes rhythmic and powerful, sometimes soft and soulful. A kirtan that gives you courage and lights up your heart. ✨🐒

Text excerpt:

Jay Bajaranga Bali
Jay Hanumana Ki
Jay Mahavira, Jay Hanuman
Jay Gurudeva, Karo Kalyan

A musical prayer for all those who want to believe in their own inner strength again 💪🕉️

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In this devotional kirtan “Satchidananda Guru”, Omesha praises the divine reality that reveals itself in the form of the Guru - as Being (Sat), Consciousness (Chid) and Bliss (Ananda).

The deeply vibrating melodies and the clear, loving voice invite you to become still and connect with the inner light. It is a song of gratitude - for the teachers on our path, for the wisdom within ourselves, for the divine guidance in all phases of life.

Text excerpt:
Satchidananda Guru, Satchidananda
Satchidananda Guru, Satchidananda // 1 //

Ananda Guru Om, Shivananda Guru Om
Ananda Guru Om, Shivananda Guru Om // 2 //

Meaning:
The Guru is the embodiment of being, consciousness and bliss - he leads us from darkness to light.

Let this kirtan become an inner prayer - in silent joy, in sound, in the memory of that which dwells eternally within you.

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🎧 With this powerful kirtan “Jaya Shiva Shankara”, Vallabha opens a gateway to the silent presence of Shiva - the divine aspect of transformation, dissolution and inner peace.

The repetitive verses act like a mantra for your heart - simple, clear, deep. They help you to let go, surrender and allow your mind to calm down. An invitation to honor Shiva within you: the stillness, the light, the pure being.

Text:

Jaya Shiva Shankara,
Bam Bam Hara Hara
Hara Hara, Hara Hara,
Hara Bol Hara
Shiva Shiva Shiva Shiva,
Shiva Ati-sundara
(hara Hara, Hara Hara, Hara Ati-sundara)
He Parameshvara Daya Karo

Meaning:

Glory be to Shiva, the benevolent and destroyer of ignorance. May his blessings purify us and lead us to freedom.

Whether you are meditating, dancing in the kitchen or simply taking a deep breath - this kirtan connects you with your inner power and the divine source.

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🎧 Immerse yourself in the healing power of the holy Ganga - embodied in this deeply moving kirtan “Ganga Ki Jaya Jaya”, sung by the group Mudita. This mantra praises the goddess Ganga, the river of purification and spiritual renewal.

With devotion, joy and a deep connection to the divine mother, the song immerses you in a meditative atmosphere. Let yourself be taken on an inner journey - carried by rhythm, carried by bhakti, carried by sound.

Whether you sing along, listen or meditate: this kirtan is a loving ray of light that reminds you of the divine presence in everyday life. 🕉️✨

Ganga ki jaya jaya, Jamuna ki jaya jaya
Ganga ki jaya jaya, Jamuna ki jaya jaya
Kailash ki Shakti Shiva Shankara ki jaya jaya

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Katyayani sings the mantra Om Bhagavan, number 354 in the Yoga Vidya Kirtan booklet. Listen to this mantra, sung by Katyayani. Here is the full text in simplified transcription:

Om Bhagavan

Shri Bhagavan

Ananda-bhagavan

Shivananda-bhagavan

“Om Bhagavan” is one of the most popular kirtans at Yoga Vidya. “Om Bhagavan” is a kirtan with simple lyrics and a simple melody, it is a rhythmic kirtan that you start very slowly and can speed up more and more. “Om Bhagavan” is a kirtan for worshipping the guru, the spiritual teacher, a kirtan that you can repeat especially to invoke Swami Sivananda's blessings, Swami Sivananda's presence. It is also a kirtan to thank Swami Sivananda.

Bhagavad means “worthy of worship”, Bhagavad means “the one to be worshipped”. And so Swami Sivananda is Bhagavan, someone to be worshipped.

“Oh Swami Sivananda, you are worthy of worship.” Swami Sivananda is Ananda, Ananda means “full of joy”. Swami Sivananda is present everywhere and so people say, “Oh Swami Sivananda, I worship you. Oh Swami Sivananda, you give me bliss. Oh Swami Sivananda, you manifest yourself in me as bliss. Oh Swami Sivananda, help me to give bliss to others too.”

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Bernd is chanting the mantra Asato ma sad gamaya during a saturday evening satsang at Yoga Vidya in Bad Meinberg, Germany. More mantra kirtan mp3 recordings can be listen at https://blog.yoga-vidya.de/category/podcast/mantra/ - or as videos at my.yoga-vidya.org/members/Mantras/videos

Here is the full text in simplified transcription:

Asato Ma Sad Gamaya

Tamaso Ma Jyotir Gamaya

Mrityor Manritan Gamaya

“Asato Ma Sat Gamaya” is a mantra from the Upanishads, it is a mantra that comes from the Brihadaranyaka Upanishad, 1.3.28, it is a mantra that also belongs to the Shanti Mantras, i.e. to the peace mantras, and it is also a prayer where we ask to be able to experience the highest.

“Asato Ma Sat Gamaya” means: ”Lead me and lead us from Asat, from untruth, to Sat, to truth.” Ma means “me”. “Guide me, Ma, from unreality to reality.”

Gamaya can be translated as “lead me to”, but you can also say “let me go there” or “let us go there”, “let us go from the unreal to the real”. “Tamaso Ma Jyotir Gamaya. May I go and may I be guided, may you guide me, from Tamas, from darkness, to Jyoti, to light.” “Mrityor Mamritam Gamaya. And may I also go forth and may I be guided, may you lead me from mrityo, from death, to amrita, to immortality, to the nectar of immortality.”

Gauri sings the mantra Shri Ram Jaya Ram, number 202 in the Yoga Vidya Kirtan booklet. Listen to this mantra, sung by Gauri. Here is the full text in simplified transcription:

Shri Ram Jaya Ram,
Jaya Jaya Ram Om
Shri Ram Jaya Ram,
Jaya Jaya Ram
Jaya Sita Ram Jay(a) Jaya Hanuman
Sadgurudev(a) Shivananda Bhagavan

In this kirtan Rama is especially worshipped, so it is a Rama kirtan. Rama is worshipped as Ram, and Ram is on the one hand the abbreviation of Rama, as it is also in Hindi, but Ram is also the bija mantra of Rama, bija, the seed mantra. Rama is Shri, Shri means “auspicious” and “respect”. When Shri is in front of a name, it is always an expression of respect and at the same time of closeness. “Shri Ram. Oh Rama, I feel close to you and I worship you. Jaya Ram.

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Aditi sings the mantra Tumi Bhaja Re Mana, number 208 in the Yoga Vidya Kirtan booklet. Listen to this mantra, sung by Aditi. Here is the full text in simplified transcription:

Tumi Bhaja Re Mana,
Tumi Japa Re Mana
Om Shri Ram Jaya Ram,
Japa Re Mana

“Tumi Bhaja Re Mana” is a kirtan that is very popular at Yoga Vidya, also in different melodies. In the melody that was first available at Yoga Vidya, it is a dynamic kirtan, a march-like kirtan, an advancing kirtan, a kirtan that gives confidence, that gives enthusiasm. In another variation, it is a longing kirtan that goes straight to the heart and expresses the longing of the soul to really feel God.

Maha Mantra chanted by Ramadasa at Yoga Vidya in Bad Meinberg, Germany. Here is the text to sing along:

Hare Rama Hare Rama
Rama Rama Hare Hare /
Hare Krishna Hare Krishna
Krishna Krishna Hare Hare //

If you are interested in seminars with music, you can find here seminars on mantra and music. For more kirtan and Mantra vocal recordings click here. For more information on Yoga, meditation and Ayurveda can be found on the internet pages of Yoga Vidya.