Om Bhadram Karnebhih is one of the most revered Shanti Mantras from the Rig Veda, dedicated to awakening and uplifting a devotee’s senses to hear, see and think in a righteous and auspicious way.
This mantra seeks the holistic wellbeing of the devotee across physical, mental, intellectual and spiritual dimensions so that, with purified senses and a strengthened body, they may invoke the divine blessings of the Gods for learning, wisdom, health and inner peace.
Om Bhadram Karnebhih Mantra
ॐ भद्रं कर्णेभिः शृणुयाम देवाः ।
भद्रं पश्येमाक्षभिर्यजत्राः ।
स्थिरैरङ्गैस्तुष्टुवांसस्तनूभिः ।
व्यशेम देवहितं यदायुः ।
स्वस्ति न इन्द्रो वृद्धश्रवाः ।
स्वस्ति नः पूषा विश्ववेदाः ।
स्वस्ति नस्तार्क्ष्यो अरिष्टनेमिः ।
स्वस्ति नो बृहस्पतिर्दधातु ॥
ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः ॥
Oṃ bhadraṃ karṇebhiḥ śṛṇuyāma devāḥ ।
bhadraṃ paśyemākṣabhir yajatrāḥ ।
sthirair aṅgais tuṣṭuvāṃsas tanūbhiḥ ।
vyaśema devahitaṃ yad āyuḥ ।
svasti na indro vṛddhaśravāḥ ।
svasti naḥ pūṣā viśvavedāḥ ।
svasti nas tārkṣyo ariṣṭanemiḥ ।
svasti no bṛhaspatir dadhātu ॥
oṃ śāntiḥ śāntiḥ śāntiḥ ॥
Meaning: Salutations to the Gods, may we hear only auspicious things.
May we hear auspicious things through our eyes, Oh the one who are worthy of worship.
With strong limbs and bodies, may we lead our lives praising the Gods.
May we live our lives entirely dedicated to the service of the Gods.
O’ Lord Indra of vast and ancient glory, may your blessings be bestowed upon us.
O’ the omniscient Pusha (Sun God), may your blessings be bestowed upon us.
O’ mighty Tarkshya (Garuda), whose protective reach is vast and without gaps, guard us from all harm.
May Brhaspati firmly establish well-being within us.
The omnipresent, Let there be Peace prevailed (threefold)
Significance of this Mantra
The Bhadram Karnebhih Mantra is a sacred Vedic prayer traditionally recited before worship, meditation, or the study of scriptures. It is a prayer to seek divine blessings for pure thoughts, clear understanding, and inner peace.
In many Vedic schools, students chant this mantra before beginning their studies to seek the Divine’s grace and gain higher knowledge through disciplined senses. The mantra also prays for good health, a calm mind, and a purposeful life.
Regular recitation helps cultivate virtues such as humility, gratitude, self-discipline, and spiritual awareness.
It encourages devotees to use their senses wisely and live in harmony with divine values.
How to Chant and When to Chant Bhadram Karnebhih Mantra
The Om Bhadram Karnebhih mantra is best recited at the beginning of spiritual study, meditation or daily pooja.
Chanting this mantra during Brahma Muhurtha, the sacred pre-dawn hours, amplifies its vibrations, heightens the senses and prepares the mind and body for divine connection.
Simple steps to experience the full power of this mantra
- Cleanse yourself, bathe and come with a calm, clear mind free of distractions.
- Sit comfortably on a mat in a relaxed posture and gently observe your breath.
- Begin with chanting Om slowly three times to centre your awareness.
- Chant with a steady pace and recite the mantra slowly and steadily, never in a rush.
- Feel the vibrations of the mantra, let each word resonate through your body, mind and soul.
- Once done with recitation, slowly open your eyes and offer silent gratitude to the divine.
