This mantra is said to contain all the teachings of the Buddha, as well as all the antidotes for all delusions and imprints of delusions. Each syllable contains profound meaning and offers blessings. This is one of the most important mantras in Tibet.
Om - contains the body, speech and mind
Mani - is the jewel
Padme - is the lotus
Hung - is the essence of conpassion
"Buddha who holds the jewel and the lotus protect me"
OM - is the antidote of ignorance
MA - is the antidote of hatred
NI - is the antidote of miserliness
PAD - is the antidote of attachment
ME - is the antidote of jealousy
HUNG - is the antidote of negative pride
This mantra is the antidote of the six delusions.
This mantra is pronounced:
(ohm) | (mah) | (nee) | Pad (pahd) | Me (may) | (hum) |
More information about the definition and meaning of this mantra can be found at the link below. It is an article from the Dalai Lama.
http://www.circle-of-light.com/Mantras/om-mantra.htmlNamaste.
Pamela Nelson
www.plnyoga.vpweb.com
The creators of the animated Mani wheel image have authorized its use for any respectful purpose. Mantra image thanks to Venerable Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche Homepage; Animated GIF version thanks to Steve Bennett.
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