‘Sha’kara Shiva Namavali Mantra
‘Sha’kara Shiva Namavali Mantra

‘Sha’kara Shiva Namavali Mantra

‘Sha’kara Shiva Namavali Mantra Lyrics, Meaning, Benefits, Download

Learn everything about this Shiva chant that brings your mind to its quietest state
 
 
The ‘Sha'kara Shiva Namavali is a calming chant invoking Shiva’s most serene and benevolent forms.
With every repetition, it helps dissolve inner noise, bringing the mind to deep stillness.
These sacred names awaken the listener to Shiva’s peaceful, healing presence.
The ‘Sha’kara Mantra is the latest addition to our library of mantras that also includes Ganesha, Krishna, Buddha, and Shiva mantras.
 

Lyrics of the Mantra

|| om shivaya namah
om shambhave namah
om shashishekharaya namah
om shankaraya namah ||
 

Meaning of the Mantra

Lyrics:
|| om shivaya namah
om shambhave namah
om shashishekharaya namah
om shankaraya namah ||
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Meaning:
I bow to Lord Shiva,
I bow to the One who blesses with prosperity and well-being,
I bow to the One who wears the moon on the head,
I bow to the One who blesses with of happiness.
 

Variations of the Mantra

The ‘Sha’kara Shiva Namavali mantra can also be called the Chaturnama Shiva Stuti - since it praises Shiva with 4 of this sacred names.
You can also refer to this short prayer as the Mahadeva Moola Mantras, since these names invoke the divine energy of Shiva.
There are no major variations in the lyrics of this mantra. For greater formality, once could add the ‘Shri’ honorific to each line.
 

Benefits of the Mantra

The ‘Sha’kara Shiva Namavali mantra holds several benefits for the mind of both the chanter and the listener.
Listening to this quieting Shiva mantra along with meditation helps you in the following ways.
 
Benefit 1 - Brings forth realization
This mantra helps bring the mind to its quietest state - from where peace and realization can be born
 
Benefit 2 - Activates positivity
This mantra shifts the mind’s focus from fear or overwhelm to thoughts of well-being
 
Benefit 3 - Prosperity and happiness
You prepare your mind to identify and receive abundance and joy
 

History of the Mantra

Each name in the Sha'kara Shiva Namavali honors Shiva’s tranquil, grace-giving aspect.
Shivaya honors his pure consciousness; Shambhave invokes his ever-auspicious nature; Shashishekharaya refers to the moon-adorned one; and Shankaraya recognizes him as the bringer of bliss.
In stories from the Puranas, Shiva is often found immersed in silent meditation, seated atop Mount Kailash, unaffected by the chaos of the universe.
His stillness is not emptiness, but a powerful center of balance and inner clarity. These names, drawn from thousands of years of devotion, are meant to bring the same centered peace to the seeker.
Chanting them gently realigns one’s thoughts, quiets emotional restlessness, and brings the listener closer to Shiva’s state of effortless calm and contentment.