Karacharana Kritam Vaa Shiva Mantra
Karacharana Kritam Vaa Shiva Mantra

Karacharana Kritam Vaa Shiva Mantra

Karacharana Kritam Vaa Shiva Mantra Lyrics, Meaning, Benefits, Download

Learn everything about this Shiva chant that is known to remove negative thoughts & beliefs
 
 
Embrace the transformative power of humility with the sacred Karacharana Kritam Vaa Shiva mantra.
This profound prayer, part of the Shiva Aparadha Kshamapana Stotram, reverently seeks forgiveness from Lord Shiva for any shortcomings in actions, whether conscious or inadvertent.
As we recite this mantra, we immerse ourselves in the humility required to acknowledge our flaws, seeking the benevolence of the mighty Shiva.
The Karacharana Kritam Vaa Shiva Mantra is the latest addition to our library of mantras that also includes Devi, Krishna, Buddha, and Ganesha mantras.
 

Lyrics of the Mantra

Verse 1:
|| Karacharana Kritam Vaa
Kaayajam Karmajam Vaa Shravana Nayanjam Vaa
Maansam Vaaparadham ||
 
Verse 2:
|| Vihitam Avihitam Vaa
Sarva Me Tat Kshamasva Jaya Jaya Karunaabdhe
Shree Mahadeva Shambho ||
 

Meaning of the Mantra

Verse 1 : || Karcharana Kritam Vaa Kaayajam Karmajam Vaa
Shravana Nayanjam Vaa Maansam Vaaparadham || - Meaning : I seek your blessings, Lord Shiva, may I be forgiven for the sins of my hands, feet, speech, actions, ears, eyes or mind.
 
Verse 2 : || Vihitam Avihitam Vaa Sarva Me Tat Kshamasva
Jaya Jaya Karunaabdhe Shree Mahadeva Shambho || - Meaning : May my body, mind and spirit be cleansed, O merciful Lord Shiva.
 
For a more thorough explanation of the mantra, looks below:
Karacharana Kritam Vaa: Seeking forgiveness for any actions done knowingly or unknowingly by hands and feet
Kaayajam Karmajam Vaa: Seeking forgiveness for sins arising from bodily actions and deeds
Shravana Nayanjam Vaa: Seeking forgiveness for sins committed through the ears and eyes
Maansam Vaaparadham: Seeking forgiveness for sins related to consumption, particularly related to taste and food
Vihitam Avihitam Vaa: Seeking forgiveness for both prescribed and non-prescribed duties, implying all actions done in accordance with or against scriptural injunctions
Sarva Me Tat Kshamasva: Forgive all these (faults, sins, and actions)
Jaya Jaya Karunaabdhe Shree Mahadeva Shambho: Victory, victory to the benevolent Lord Shiva, the ocean of mercy
 

Variations of the Mantra

This mantra is also called the Shiva Dhyana mantra or the Kara Carana Kritam Shloka.
The Karacharana Kritam Vaa Shiva Mantra does not have any major variations in lyrics or interpretation.
As it is part of a larger prayer - Shiva Aparadha Kshamapana Stotram - and therefore has other sacred verses related to it. The significance of this chant remains steady in its mantra meaning.
 

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Benefits of the Mantra

The Karacharana Kritam Vaa Shiva mantra holds several benefits for the mind of both the chanter and the listener.
Listening to this powerful Shiva mantra along with meditation helps you in the following ways.
 
Benefit 1 - Remove negativity
Practicing this mantra can help remove the negative energy from the mind that has stacked up over time
 
Benefit 2 - Helps manifestation
The mantra is a beautiful tool to release resistance and manifest one’s desires
 
Benefit 3 - Brings humility
By surrendering to the mighty Shiva, one is able to find true devotion and a sense of surrender to the ways of the Universe
 

History of the Mantra

The Karacharana Kritam Vaa mantra is a traditional Hindu prayer seeking forgiveness and expressing devotion to Lord Shiva.
The mantra is part of a longer prayer dedicated to Lord Shiva. The entire prayer is known as the Shiva Aparadha Kshamapana Stotram, which translates to the "Hymn seeking forgiveness for the offenses to Lord Shiva."
The prayer is recited by devotees seeking forgiveness for any mistakes, offenses, or shortcomings in their worship or devotion to Lord Shiva.
The Shiva Aparadha Kshamapana Stotram typically consists of verses expressing remorse, seeking forgiveness, and praising the greatness of Lord Shiva.
This Shiva mantra reflects a universal theme in Hinduism, emphasizing humility, self-reflection, and seeking forgiveness for any unintentional wrongdoings.
Devotees often recite such prayers as part of their spiritual discipline to purify the mind, cultivate humility, and express devotion to the divine.