Introduction
Mangalam Charan is the mantra or prayer uttered at the beginning of any auspicious act in Hinduism. “Mangalam” means auspicious or holy, and “Charana” means beginning or beginning.
Thus, Mangalam Charana means:
To make an auspicious start of any work with remembrance of God No task is complete. Therefore:
- Blessings of God are obtained
- Obstacles in the work are removed
- Mind is at peace and positivity
- The chances of work being successful are increased
When is Mangalam Charan done?
Mangalam Charan is used on many religious and auspicious occasions:
- Pooja or At the beginning of Havan
- Before listening to Vrat Katha
- Before starting Bhajan or Kirtan
- In new work or auspicious event
Major Mangalam Charan Mantra
1 Ganesha Vandana (First)
Vakratunda Mahakaya Suryakoti Samaprabha.
वक्रतुंड महाकाय सूर्यकोटि समप्रभ।
Nirvighnam Kuru Me Deva Sarvakaryeshu Sarvada.
निर्विघ्नं कुरु मे देव सर्वकार्येषु सर्वदा॥
Meaning: O Ganesha, you remove all obstacles and make our work successful.
2 Guru Vandana
Gururbrama Gururvishnuh Gururdevo maheshvarah.
गुरुर्ब्रह्मा गुरुर्विष्णुः गुरुर्देवो महेश्वरः।
Guruh sakshat param bram tasmai shri gurave namah॥
गुरुः साक्षात् परं ब्रह्म तस्मै श्री गुरवे नमः॥
Meaning: Guru is Brahma, Vishnu and Mahesh. I salute such a Guru.
3 Universal Good Prayer
Sarve bhavantu sukhinah, Sarve santu niramayah.
सर्वे भवन्तु सुखिनः, सर्वे सन्तु निरामयाः।
Sarve bhadrani pashyantu, Maa kaschid duhkhabhagbhavet॥
सर्वे भद्राणि पश्यन्तु, मा कश्चिद् दुःखभाग्भवेत्॥
Meaning: May all be happy, healthy and no one suffer.
The right way to do Mangalam Charan
- With a calm mind Sit
- Remember God with folded hands
- Recite one or two mantras
- Do it with faith and belief
Benefits of Mangalam Charan
- Success in work
- Mental peace and positive energy
- In family Happiness and prosperity increases
- Auspiciousness comes in life
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Why do Mangalam Charan?
To get an auspicious start to any work and get blessings of God.
Should I do Mangalam Charan everyday?
Yes, everyday Doing it in the morning gives positive energy.
Which mantra is the best?
Ganesh Vandana is considered to be the first and most effective.
Mangalam Charan is not just a tradition, but a simple way to positivity and success in life. If you start every action in the name of God, that action will surely bear good fruit.