The Ekajati Mantra invokes Ekajati (Tröma Nagmo), one of the most powerful and wrathful protectresses in the Nyingma school of Tibetan Buddhism.

Meaning

• Om - Sacred universal syllable
• Hrih - Seed syllable of compassion (lotus family)
• Mama - "Mine" (claiming protection)
• Hum - Seed syllable of mind/protection
• Ni - Binding syllable
• Svaha - Accomplishment

The Single One

Ekajati's name means "Single Braid of Hair." She is depicted with singular features:

• One eye - Non-dual wisdom seeing all
• One fang - Single taste of reality
• One breast - Non-dual motherhood
• One braid - Unified nature of phenomena

These "single" attributes symbolize the unity beyond all duality that is the essence of Dzogchen.

Role

Ekajati serves as:

• Supreme protector of the Dzogchen (Great Perfection) teachings
• Guardian of secret mantras
• Punisher of samaya breakers
• One of the "Three Main Protectors" of the Nyingma alongside Rahula and Vajrasadhu

Warning

This practice is traditionally kept secret and requires proper empowerment. Ekajati is extremely swift and wrathful, particularly toward those who reveal secret teachings inappropriately or break tantric commitments.

Benefits

• Powerful protection for Dzogchen practitioners
• Guards the integrity of secret teachings
• Swift removal of obstacles
• Protection from negative forces and black magic