In Hinduism, the worship of the Navagrahas is considered to be of special importance. Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn and Rahu-Ketu are worshiped as Navagrahas. The present mantra remembers the Navagrahas and offers obeisances to the three-eyed form of Lord Shiva.
Brahma Murari Tripurantakari Mantra
brama murari tripurantakari bhanuh shashi bhumisuto budhasch.
guruh shukrah shanirahuketavah sarvegrah gruhabhanurastathah.
sarve grahagrahabhanusutantakari yah kastu sannindra trilochanay.
bhasmangrag trinayanam vishalaksham namaami tam shirasa nikshipami॥
Meaning of the Mantra
This stuti remembers Brahma, Lord Vishnu, Lord Murari, Lord Shiva who destroyed Tripura and all the planets including Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Rahu and Ketu. Through it, the three-eyed and large-eyed form of Lord Shiva is worshiped while expressing reverence towards all the planets.
Lord Shiva is said to have Tripurantakari and Trilochan, meaning three eyes. His body is adorned with ashes and his appearance is considered to be a symbol of spiritual power and protection for devotees.
Remembering the Navagrahas
The mantra mentions the names of the nine planets in order. In Vedic and Hindu traditions, the planets are worshiped to wish for balance, auspiciousness and peace in life.
- Bhanu: The sun god
- Shashi: The Moon God
- Bhumisuta: Mangal Dev
- Mercury: The god Mercury
- Guru: Jupiter
- Venus: The god Venus
- Saturn: Saturn
- Rahu: Rahu
- Ketu: Ketu
The importance of the three-eyed form of Lord Shiva
Lord Shiva is called Trilochan, which means three-eyed. The third eye of Shiva is considered to be the symbol of the destruction of knowledge, consciousness and ignorance. The last part of the mantra pays homage to the form of Lord Shiva adorned with ashes, having three eyes and large eyes.
General Method of Mantra Japa
This stuti can be recited after bathing in the morning or in a clean place in the evening. Light the lamp by meditating on Lord Shiva and recite the mantra with devotion. It is considered auspicious in the devotional tradition to recite it on Mondays, Pradosh period and special occasions of Shiva worship.
- Take a bath and wear clean clothes.
- Meditate on Lord Shiva in a quiet and clean place.
- Offer lamps and incense.
- Remember the Navagrahas and Lord Shiva.
- Recite the mantra with devotion.
- Finally, pray to Lord Shiva for happiness, peace and good fortune.
Importance of Mantra for Navagraha Shanti
In astrological and religious traditions, planetary mantras, stotras and Lord Shiva are worshiped for the peace of the nine planets. This stuti meditates on the form of Shiva with the remembrance of the nine planets. However, it is advisable to consult a qualified astrologer or teacher before taking remedies for a particular planetary dosha or astrological problem.
The spiritual message of the text
The main meaning of this mantra is not limited to the peace of the planets. It expresses faith in the Supreme Power by remembering Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva and the Navagrahas. The meditation on the three-eyed form of Lord Shiva inspires the seeker towards knowledge, discrimination and spiritual power. With faith and concentration, it can be recited as worship of Lord Shiva and remembrance of the Navagrahas.
Om Namah Shivaya. Har Har Mahadev.