Shiva is considered to be the supreme being in Hindu mythology, the god of gods.
He is also shown as being in perennial meditation. Any mantras invoking Lord SHiva would have the theme of showing humility towards this supreme consciousness.
So the benefits seen from listening to these mantras include dissolution of your ego as you pay your respects. Negative thoughts are replaced by those of higher consciousness.
This can then be the pathway to success in life.
1. Nirvana Shatakam Mantra
The Nirvana Shatakam mantra speaks about the dissolution of the human ego, and can bring about a profound peace of the mind.
Also known as: Shivoham Shivoham mantra, Chidananda Roopa mantra
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2. Om Namah Shivaya Mantra
Through the Om Namah Shivaya chant, we seek to imbibe the divine awareness and serenity of Lord Shiva in our daily lives.
Also known as: Lord Shiva chant, Om Namah Shivaay chant
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3. Shivashtakam Mantra
The Shivashtakam mantra is a Shiva prayer for willpower, wisdom, and patience to overcome our worldly struggles.
Also known as: Naagendra Haara mantra
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4. Maha Mantra Mrityunjaya Mantra
Invoking Shiva in his most fierce form, Rudra, Mrityunjaya mantra is one of the most powerful at helping you overcome the fear of death and aging.
Also known as: Trayambakam Yajaamahe mantra
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5. Panchakshari Mantra
The "Panchakshari" Mantra is a soothing prayer to Lord Shiva, in which we seek to balance the five basic elements.
Also known as: Nagendraharaya Trilochanaya mantra
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6. Bho Shambho Chant
Through the Bho Shambho chant, we channel into the meditative powers of Lord Shiva, who dispelled obstacles and darkness with divine ease.
Also known as: Shiva Shambho Swayamvo mantra
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7. Har Har Bolo Namah Shiva Chant
The Har Har Bole mantra invokes the benevolence and blessings of Lord Shiva and helps the mind stay calm and blissful at all times.
Also known as: Har Har Bolo Chant, Rameshwara Shiva mantra
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8. Shiva Rudra Gayatri Mantra
The Shiva Rudra Gayatri mantra is an ode to Rudra, the mightiest form of Shiva capable of destroying the entire Universe.
Also known as: Rudra Gayatri mantra, Vidmahe Mahadevaya mantra
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9. Mahadeva Shiva Shambho Chant
Mahadeva Shiva Shambho pays tribute to Lord Shiva, the supreme being in Hindu mythology.
Also known as: Sdhu Samraksana mantra
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10. Medha Dakshinamurthi Mantra
The Medha Dakshinamurthy Mantra is an intense invocation of Lord Dakshinamurthy, who is an incarnation of Lord Shiva.
Also known as: Dakshinamurthy mantra, Om Namo Bhagavathe mantra
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11. Shiva Prataha Mantra
The Shiva Prataha Mantra is a sublime Shiva chant that creates an instant sense of contentedness and clarity.
Also known as: Haram Suresham mantra
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12. Om Namaste Asatu Mantra
Through the Om Namaste Asatu mantra, we learn to surrender our mind to our true reality and gain the power to face any obstacle.
Also known as: Vishwesharaya mantra
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13. Shiva Dhyana Mantra
Shiva Dhyana Mantra is one of the most powerful chants to raise your vibration and increase the capacity for focus and concentration.
Also known as: Karacharana Kritam mantra
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14. Shiva Yajur Mantra
Shiva Yajur Mantra helps you to remove negative energy from the mind and your surroundings.
Also known as: Karpura Gauram mantra
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15. Rudra Mantra
Through the Rudra Mantra, we seek to cleanse our minds and bodies by destroying negativity.
Also known as: Om Namo Bhagavathe Rudraay mantra
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16. Shadakshara Stotram
The Shadakshara Stotram is a powerful chant to instill a sense of clarity by eliminating doubts.
Also known as: Omkara Bindu Samyuktam
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17. 108 Names of Shiva Chant
This mantra bolsters your mental intention and seeks the blessings of Lord Shiva by invoking all 108 Names of Shiva.
Also known as: Maheshwaraya mantra
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