Mantra, Kirtan and Stotra: Sanskrit Chants

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. You can share the audio with others to spread love and harmony.🌍💞 In this way, you are actively helping to spread yoga in the world. You can also support us with a donation, which helps us to keep our association alive. 🙏 Mantra/kirtan singing is a wonderful practice for opening the heart and feeling the divine presence. 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. Follow us on our other online channels: ⚛️ Facebook: www.facebook.com/YogaVidya ⚛️ Instagram: www.instagram.com/yogavidya_de

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. You can share the audio with others to spread love and harmony.🌍💞 In this way, you actively help to spread yoga in the world. You can also support us with a donation, which helps us to keep our association alive. 🙏 Mantra/kirtan singing is a wonderful practice for opening the heart and feeling the divine presence. 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. Follow us on our other online channels: ⚛️ Facebook: www.facebook.com/YogaVidya ⚛️ Instagram: www.instagram.com/yogavidya_de

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 You can share the audio with others to spread love and harmony.🌍💞 In this way, you are actively helping to spread yoga throughout the world. You can also support us with a donation, which helps us keep our association alive. 🙏 Mantra/kirtan singing is a wonderful practice for opening the heart and feeling the divine presence. Follow us on our other online channels: ⚛️ Facebook: www.facebook.com/YogaVidya ⚛️ Instagram: www.instagram.com/yogavidya_de

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. You can share the audio with others to spread love and harmony.🌍💞 In this way, you are actively helping to spread yoga throughout the world. You can also support us with a donation, which helps us to keep our association alive. 🙏 Mantra/kirtan singing is a wonderful practice for opening the heart and feeling the divine presence. Follow us on our other online channels: ⚛️ Facebook: www.facebook.com/YogaVidya ⚛️ Instagram: www.instagram.com/yogavidya_de

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 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.

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 Share ... You can share the audio with others to spread love and harmony.🌍💞In this way, you are actively helping to spread yoga throughout the world. You can also support us with a donation, which helps us keep our association alive. 🙏Mantra/kirtan singing is a wonderful practice for opening the heart and feeling the divine presence. Follow us on our other online channels: ⚛️ Facebook: www.facebook.com/YogaVidya ⚛️ Instagram: www.instagram.com/yogavidya_de More mantra kirtan mp3 recordings can be listen at blog.yoga-vidya.de/category/podcast/mantra/ - or as videos at my.yoga-vidya.org/members/Mantras/videos

Om Gam GanapatayeAvahana 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. The sung textOm Gam Ganapataye Namaha Sharanam Ganesha Spiritual translationOh 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. Share ...You can share the audio with others to spread love and harmony.🌍💞In this way, you are actively helping to spread yoga throughout the world. You can also support us with a donation, which helps us keep our association alive. 🙏Mantra/kirtan singing is a wonderful practice for opening the heart and feeling the divine presence. Follow us on our other online channels: ⚛️ Facebook: www.facebook.com/YogaVidya ⚛️ Instagram: www.instagram.com/yogavidya_de

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. More mantra kirtan mp3 recordings can be listen at blog.yoga-vidya.de/category/podcast/mantra/ - or as videos at my.yoga-vidya.org/members/Mantras/videos

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. You can share the audio with others to spread love and harmony.🌍💞 In this way, you are actively helping to spread yoga throughout the world. You can also support us with a donation, which helps us to keep our association alive. 🙏 Mantra/kirtan singing is a wonderful practice for opening the heart and feeling the divine presence. Follow us on our other online channels: ⚛️ Facebook: www.facebook.com/YogaVidya ⚛️ Instagram: www.instagram.com/yogavidya_de

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. You can share the audio with others to spread love and harmony.🌍💞 In this way, you are actively helping to spread yoga throughout the world. You can also support us with a donation, which helps us to keep our association alive. 🙏 Mantra/kirtan singing is a wonderful practice for opening the heart and feeling the divine presence. Follow us on our other online channels: ⚛️ Facebook: www.facebook.com/YogaVidya ⚛️ Instagram: www.instagram.com/yogavidya_de

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. You can share the audio with others to spread love and harmony.🌍💞 In this way, you are actively helping to spread yoga throughout the world. You can also support us with a donation, which helps us to keep our association alive. 🙏 Mantra/kirtan singing is a wonderful practice for opening the heart and feeling the divine presence. Follow us on our other online channels: ⚛️ Facebook: www.facebook.com/YogaVidya ⚛️ Instagram: www.instagram.com/yogavidya_de

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 You can share the audio with others to spread love and harmony.🌍💞 In this way, you are actively helping to spread yoga throughout the world. You can also support us with a donation, which helps us to keep our association alive. 🙏 Mantra/kirtan singing is a wonderful practice for opening the heart and feeling the divine presence. Follow us on our other online channels: ⚛️ Facebook: www.facebook.com/YogaVidya ⚛️ Instagram: www.instagram.com/yogavidya_de

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). You can share the audio with others to spread love and harmony.🌍💞 In this way, you are actively helping to spread yoga throughout the world. You can also support us with a donation, which helps us to keep our association alive. 🙏 Mantra/kirtan singing is a wonderful practice for opening the heart and feeling the divine presence. Follow us on our other online channels: ⚛️ Facebook: www.facebook.com/YogaVidya ⚛️ Instagram: www.instagram.com/yogavidya_de

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. You can share the audio with others to spread love and harmony. In this way, you actively help to spread yoga in the world. You can also support us with a donation, which helps us to keep our association alive. Mantra/kirtan singing is a wonderful practice for opening the heart and feeling the divine presence. Follow us on our other online channels: ⚛️ Facebook: www.facebook.com/YogaVidya ⚛️ Instagram: www.instagram.com/yogavidya_de

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 🌸 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.

🎧 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 💪🕉️ 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.

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. 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.

🎧 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. 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.

🎧 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 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.