The phrase “Om Shanti” (ॐ शान्ति) is a common Sanskrit mantra with deep spiritual significance. Here’s its translation and meaning:
- Om (ॐ) – A sacred syllable in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism, representing the universal sound, the essence of ultimate reality, or the divine.
- Shanti (शान्ति) – Means “peace” (inner peace, tranquility, or universal peace).
Full Meaning:
- Literal Translation: “Om Peace”
- Spiritual Meaning: “May there be peace (within and around)”
- Usage: Often chanted in prayers, meditations, and at the end of spiritual sessions to invoke peace in body, mind, and soul.
It is sometimes repeated three times (“Om Shanti Shanti Shanti”) to signify peace in three realms:
- Physical (body),
- Mental (mind), and
- Spiritual (soul).
