Krishna
Hare Krishna Maha Mantra
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हरे कृष्ण हरे कृष्ण कृष्ण कृष्ण हरे हरे । हरे राम हरे राम राम राम हरे हरे ॥
Transliteration
Hare Kṛṣṇa Hare Kṛṣṇa, Kṛṣṇa Kṛṣṇa Hare Hare, Hare Rāma Hare Rāma, Rāma Rāma Hare Hare.
Translation
O all-attractive Lord (Krishna), O reservoir of pleasure (Rama), O divine energy of the Lord (Hara) — please engage me in your loving service.
Meaning
The Maha Mantra ('great mantra'), a call to the divine names of Krishna and Rama. Sung in kirtan and repeated as japa, it is prized for its simplicity and joy.
Benefits
Lifts the heart, cultivates devotion and joy, and calms a restless mind.
When to Recite
As japa or group singing (kirtan) anytime; a gentle, uplifting daily practice.
Source
Kali-Santarana Upanishad — Vaishnava tradition