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Om Namah Shivaya

ॐ नमः शिवाय

The revered Panchakshari mantra dedicated to Lord Shiva.

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ॐ नमः शिवाय॥

I bow to Shiva, the auspicious inner Self.

Meaning & context

What does Om Namah Shivaya mean?

A salutation to Shiva. It is traditionally recited as a concise expression of reverence, surrender and remembrance of Mahadev.

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Traditional mantra

Public-domain traditional text

Cross-checked against standard Shaiva liturgical usage.

Last verified: 2026-09-05