Durga Mantra (Om Dum Durgayei Namah)

The Durga Mantra — "Om Dum Durgayei Namah", the seed (beej) mantra of Goddess Durga, the invincible protector.

Meaning

With the protective seed "Dum" — the beej of Durga — the mantra bows to the Goddess who removes all difficulty (durga) and guards her devotees from every danger.

Benefits

Chanted for protection, strength, courage and the removal of obstacles, enemies and fear; a powerful daily mantra for the Mother's shielding grace.

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