Kalachakra Mantra
Significance & Meaning
The ten-syllable mantra of the Wheel of Time, unifying outer, inner, and alternative cycles
The Kalachakra Mantra is the heart mantra of the Kalachakra Tantra, one of the most complex and profound tantric systems in Vajrayana Buddhism.
The Ten Syllables
The mantra contains the "Ten Powerful Syllables" often depicted in the famous Kalachakra monogram:
- Om - Body of all Buddhas
- Ham - Wisdom of enlightened mind
- Ksha - Body, speech, mind of Kalachakra
- Ma - Consort Vishvamata
- La - Purified aggregates
- Va - Elements purified
- Ra - Subtle channels purified
- Ya - Wisdom winds purified
- Svaha - Establishing the accomplishment
The Kalachakra System
"Kalachakra" means "Wheel of Time." The system encompasses:
- Outer Kalachakra - Cosmology, astronomy, astrology
- Inner Kalachakra - Subtle body, chakras, energies
- Alternative Kalachakra - The path of meditation and yoga
The Kalachakra Monogram
The ten syllables are often combined into a single intricate symbol called the "Tenfold Powerful One" (namchuwangden). This symbol is commonly displayed for protection and blessings.
Historical Significance
- Taught by Buddha Shakyamuni at Amaravati
- Preserved in the kingdom of Shambhala
- The Dalai Lamas frequently give Kalachakra initiations
- Associated with world peace and the prophesied golden age
Benefits
- Protection and blessing
- Connection to Shambhala
- Purification of body, speech, and mind
- Favorable rebirth conditions
- Conducive to world peace
- Even seeing the mantra or monogram creates positive imprints
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