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What is Beeja or Beej (Shreem)?
Beeja means seed. A seed is tiny but it encapsulates an entire tree. Similarly, beeja mantras are sacred sound vibrations which contain the essence of the deity. Sanatana dharma has many deities.
Each deity has a unique nature, just as each flower is fragrant in a different way. Hence, beejas are an essential ingredient in the formation of mantras. A cautionary note- It is important to take initiation from an authorized guru, before you can think of chanting a Beeja Mantra. Else the chanting may activate chakras incoherently, resulting in insanity.
What is the Shreem Beeja Mantra
Shreem is the Bija mantra of Goddess Lakshmi. Lakshmi devi is the consort of Lord Vishnu. She sits near His Lotus feet engaged in pressing (serving) His feet. The mantra is also associated with the third eye or Ajna chakra.
Watch our video titled Ajna Chakra: The Third Eye Chakra to know more. Usually, beejas are hard to translate, yet it is easy to understand the Shreem Mantra.
We utter the word Shree to show respect. While ‘m’ refers to inherent divinity within Shree (The Satvika Form of the Divine Mother). Hence the word Shreem means paying homage to divinity. Shree also symbolizes Lakshmi Devi. Lord Vishnu bears the Shri Vatsa mark on his chest.
A Detailed Understanding of the Shreem Mantra
We can break the Shreem mantra into four parts.
Sha, means Goddess Lakshmi. Ra, symbolises wealth, Ee stands for contentment while “m”, represents Brahman, the Ultimate Truth. The Shreem mantra can be chanted with a longer mantra or it can be chanted singly. Uttering Shreem invites wealth and prosperity to your doorstep. Know that Lakshmi devi is not just about wealth and prosperity.
She is an ocean of motherly love who heals one’s emotional scars. She grants peace of mind which is rare to achieve today. Also we imbibe qualities such as gratitude and learn to appreciate the goodness in our lives.
Some Immediate Benefits of the Shreem Mantra
So it becomes very important to be physically and mentally pure. We must have heard the famous saying “Health is Wealth”. Lakshmi Devi’s blessings hold true here. You develop a powerful personality and spread your radiance wherever you go. People facing financial insecurities greatly benefit from this beeja mantra.
You become sensitive to negative influences and pull away from such association. n this competitive world, you stand out like a diamond, being able to achieve your goals and attract clients if you are a salesman. Shreem mantra gives businessmen the Midas touch to build a fortune.
In today’s world of unemployment, the mantra opens new avenues for financial security. It shall lessen the burden of debts too. Shreem mantra is like a battery surcharging you with positivity. The mantra improves concentration and deals with your mental blocks.
Also, it builds a magnetic aura around you impressing the onlookers. These are all the material benefits. However, even Shaktas can meditate on this beeja since it is a Shakti beeja mantra. Those who chant for the pure motherly love of the goddess, transcend all mundane material problems and attain the highest bliss.
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Intention drives the Power of the Mantra
The Mantras cannot yield results if not backed by pure intentions, especially Powerful Beejas like the Shreem Mantra. Hence one should understand the secrets of Beeja Mantra from an authentic, God-realized Guru. Then one must purify one’s heart by following a preliminary sadhana program from such a Guru.
Care to be taken while Chanting Beeja Mantras
Then the sadhaka or devotee sould follow instructions without exclusions, omissions and obedience. Thus one should make oneself prepared for becoming eligible for chanting Beeja Mantras. Then, if Guru is satisfied alone, one should chant the Beeja. Otherwise, one should avoid Beeja mantras at all costs. Otherwise, it becomes difficult to manage the various positive and negative manifestions of Beeja Mantras.
Thus always to chant the beeja mantra with a pure intention. Material benefits only come when one first becomes desireless. Such is the nature of any Mantra in Kaliyuga. Serving mother Lakshmi should be the ultimate aim.
The goddess tests the devotee at every stage of the sadhana. Share your experiences with the guru for guidance. You can chant the beeja mantra at any time of the day, but consult your Guru before taking up any step with respect to Beeja Mantras.
Process of Chanting Beeja Mantras
Stick to a vegetarian diet, without onion, garlic and mushrooms, as mother Lakshmi is a Satvik goddess. Sit in Padmasana or Sukhasana, or as your body permits. Maintain proper posture to improve blood flow.
To start with, chant the beeja mantra 108 times at one stretch. For more benefits, take a sankalpa as directed by your guru. To know how to take Sankalpa, watch our video titled How to Take Mantra Sankalpa? | Importance of Taking Mantra Sankalpa before Mantra Sadhana
Use a Tulsi mala or a counter while meditating on the lotus feet of Lakshmi devi. It is recommended to chant Bija mantras in the mind. But it is also advisable to chant the Shreem Mantra on a Lotus Bead Mala. But before taking a call, consult your Gurudeva.
While chanting, naturally the mind shall drift away. Some common side effects are sleep and undesirable thoughts from the unconscious plane. In such a case, the seeker must cultivate awareness and be truthful to one’s intention. Increase your rounds to show your sincerity to the deity.
With divine grace, you shall easily surmount the challenges of life, and witness approaching fortune.
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