Om Hum Hreem Hum Phat Svaha॥
The mantra is a potent invocation that combines several bija (seed) mantras. Here’s the breakdown and meaning of each component:
- Om - The sacred syllable representing the universal consciousness and the essence of the universe.
- Hum - A bija mantra symbolizing divine protection and the dispelling of negative energies. It is often associated with fierce and protective aspects of the divine.
- Hreem - Another bija mantra representing the divine energy, often associated with the heart and spiritual illumination. It is linked with the goddess Mahadevi or Shakti, representing the ultimate feminine power.
- Phat - A bija mantra used to cut through negativity and obstacles. It is often employed at the end of mantras to signify a strong, decisive action, breaking through barriers and invoking immediate divine intervention.
- Svaha - A term used at the end of mantras to signify an offering or invocation, often translated as "so be it" or "hail." It is used to make the mantra more powerful and to signify the offering of oneself or one's actions to the deity.