Shakyamuni Buddha Mantra

Om Mu-ni Mu-ni Ma-ha-mu-ni So-ha

"Homage to the sage, the sage, the great sage — the historical Buddha"

Full Translation

Om Muni Muni Mahamuni Soha honors Shakyamuni, the historical Buddha: "To the sage, the sage, the great sage, homage!" Muni means sage or silent one; the mantra ascends from sage to great sage, saluting the teacher whose awakening under the bodhi tree opened the path for all.

Pronunciation Tips

ohm MOO-nee MOO-nee mah-hah-MOO-nee SOH-hah

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