Lyrics (Devanagari)
ॐ॥
Om (Aum).
Meaning
Om, also called the Pranava mantra, is considered the primordial sound of the universe — the vibration from which all creation emerged. Its three sounds (A-U-M) represent creation, preservation and dissolution, and the silence after it represents the transcendent fourth state (turiya) — pure consciousness beyond the three.
When & Why It Is Recited
Chanted at the start of any mantra, prayer or meditation session; considered the seed of all mantras. Regular Om chanting is used for grounding, focus and connecting with the underlying unity of existence.