Significance of Siddhamantra

Siddhamantra, according to Vaishnavism, is a perfected spiritual mantra that is chanted with devotion and focus on its meaning. In Purana, it is described as a powerful sacred chant revealed by Shri Bhagavan, capable of counteracting snake poison effects. Additionally, it is recognized as a mantra that achieves results through repetition and is a twelve-lettered mantra associated with the worship of Manasa Devi, granting desires to those who recite it.

Synonyms: Mantra, Chant, Incantation, Prayer

In Dutch: Siddhamantra; In Finnish: Siddhamantra; In Spanish: Siddhamantra; In German: Das Siddha-Mantra

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Hindu concept of 'Siddhamantra'

Hinduism Books

Siddhamantra in Hinduism is a twelve-lettered chant linked to Manasa Devi, embodying divine power, spiritual perfection, and the capability to counter snake poison, achieving results through devoted repetition and focus on its meaning.

Significance in Purana and Itihasa (epic history):
Purana Books

From: Devi Bhagavata Purana

(1) The Siddha mantra is the principal six-lettered mantra 'Om Surabhyai namah' that when repeated one lakh times grants spiritual perfection.[1] (2) A powerful twelve-lettered mantra that grants desires to its reciters and is associated with the worship of Manasa Devi.[2]

The Purana refers to Sanskrit literature preserving ancient India’s vast cultural history, including historical legends, religious ceremonies, various arts and sciences. The eighteen mahapuranas total over 400,000 shlokas (metrical couplets) and date to at least several centuries BCE.

Significance in Vaishnavism (Vaishava dharma):
Vaishnavism Books

From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)

(1) A perfected spiritual mantra, which the brahmana continues to chant with devotion, ensuring focus on its meaning and purpose.[3]

From: Srila Gurudeva (The Supreme Treasure)

(1) A perfected mantra that can directly connect the practitioner with spiritual goals, such as the Hare Krishna mantra.[4]

Vaishnava or vaishnavism (vaishnavism) represents a tradition of Hinduism worshipping Vishnu as the supreme Lord. Similar to the Shaktism and Shaivism traditions, Vaishnavism also developed as an individual movement, famous for its exposition of the dashavatara (‘ten avatars of Vishnu’).

Significance in Ayurveda (science of life):
Ayurveda Books

From: Journal of Ayurveda and Integrated Medical Sciences

(1) Siddha Mantra is specific, and Acharya Charak has described the use of specific Siddha Mantra for Visha Chikitsa.[5]

From: Journal of Ayurvedic and Herbal Medicine

(1) Siddhamantra is mentioned in the text with special reference to pittaghna varga, as reviewed in 'Int. J. Res. Ayurveda Pharm', indicating that siddhamantra is a concept or practice related to traditional medicine, particularly in the context of Ayurveda.[6]

Ayurveda is a branch of Indian science dealing with medicine, herbalism, taxology, anatomy, surgery, alchemy and related topics. Traditional practice of Ayurveda in ancient India dates back to at least the first millenium BC. Literature is commonly written in Sanskrit using various poetic metres.

The concept of Siddhamantra in scientific sources

Science Books

Siddhamantra is an ancient Ayurvedic text noted for its historical importance, potentially discussing various drugs and their properties, contributing to the understanding of traditional medicine practices and herbal formulations in Ayurveda.